Is this crochet chevron baby blanket beginner friendly?

This pattern is best for advanced beginners. You should know how to make a double crochet stitch and be ready to work simple increases and decreases. The chevron shape is made with dc3tog decreases and 3 dc increases.

What stitches are used in this chevron baby blanket?

This blanket uses chain stitches, double crochet stitches, and dc3tog decreases. The peaks are made by working 3 double crochet stitches into the center stitch of the 3-dc group from the previous row.

What size is the finished blanket?

The finished blanket measures approximately 38 inches wide by 42 inches long, or about 97 cm wide by 107 cm long. Your finished size may vary depending on your yarn, hook size, and tension.

What yarn should I use for this blanket?

Use worsted weight yarn, also called #4 medium weight yarn. This sample blanket uses white, blue, and green yarn, but you can use any colors you like.

Can I use different colors?

Yes. You can use any color combination you like. The stripe sequence is easy to customize for a nursery theme, seasonal blanket, rainbow blanket, holiday blanket, or stash-busting project.

Do I need to add a border?

No border is needed for this blanket. The chevron edges are part of the design. If you prefer a more finished edge, you can add a simple single crochet border, but it is optional.

How much yarn do I need?

Yarn amounts are estimated based on the finished blanket weight of 680 g / 1 lb 8 oz. You will need approximately 408 g / 14.4 oz of white, 136 g / 4.8 oz of blue, and 136 g / 4.8 oz of green. I recommend having a little extra yarn so you do not run out.

Is this the same as a crochet ripple blanket?

Yes. Chevron blankets are often called ripple blankets because the rows create a wavy up-and-down design.

Crochet chevron baby blanket pattern

Give a classic baby blanket a fresh, modern look with chevron stripes in white, blue, and green. The repeating ripple design adds plenty of visual interest while still keeping the finished blanket simple and timeless.

It’s a sweet choice for a nursery, baby shower gift, or special handmade blanket for a new baby.

Quick answer

This advanced beginner crochet chevron baby blanket is worked back and forth in rows using worsted weight (#4) yarn and a J-10 (6 mm) crochet hook. Double crochet stitches, dc3tog decreases, and 3-dc increases create the chevron pattern, while white, blue, and green stripes form the color sequence. The finished blanket measures approximately 38 inches wide by 40 inches long.

Why you’ll love this pattern

Easy repeating rows: Once the chevron pattern is established, repeat the same row while following the stripe sequence.
Easy to customize: Change the three colors to match a nursery, holiday, or favorite color palette.
No border needed: The chevron edges are part of the design, so the blanket is finished once you weave in the ends.

Crochet chevron baby blanket pattern details

Here’s a quick overview of the materials, sizing, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.

Skill level

Advanced beginner — You should be comfortable with double crochet and ready to work dc3tog decreases and 3-dc increases to create the chevron pattern.

Materials needed

J-10 (6 mm) crochet hook
Worsted weight yarn (#4) in white, blue, and green
Yarn needle
Scissors

Yarn amounts by color

Yarn amounts are estimated based on the finished blanket weight of 680 g / 1 lb 8 oz.

White: approximately 408 g / 14.4 oz
Blue: approximately 136 g / 4.8 oz
Green: approximately 136 g / 4.8 oz

Because yarn weight and yardage can vary by brand, I recommend having a little extra of each color to make sure you have enough to finish the blanket.

Crochet chevron baby blanket with white, blue, and green ripple stripes laid flat on a white quilt.

Finished size

The finished blanket measures approximately 38 inches wide x 40 inches long (97 cm wide x 102 cm long).

For more information about blanket sizing, check out my crochet blanket sizes guide.

Gauge

15 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) worked in the chevron pattern

For help checking your gauge, see my crochet gauge guide before you begin.

Crochet abbreviations

dc = double crochet
dc3tog = double crochet 3 stitches together
ch/chs = chain/chains
st/sts = stitch/stitches

Pattern notes

The ch-3 at the beginning of each row counts as a double crochet stitch.
Work 3 dc in the center dc of each 3-dc group from the previous row to form each peak.
Change colors at the end of the row before beginning the next row.
Follow the stripe sequence below for the white, blue, and green sections.
Blue and green sections are always separated by white rows.
The finished size may vary depending on your yarn, hook size, and tension.
This pattern is written in standard US crochet terms.

How to change colors

Change colors at the end of the row before starting the next row. Work the last double crochet until 2 loops remain on your hook. Yarn over with the new color and pull through both loops to finish the stitch. Turn, chain 3 with the new color, and continue with the next row.

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Free crochet chevron baby blanket pattern instructions

Follow the stripe sequence listed below.

Row 1: Ch 144. Dc in the 4th ch from the hook and in each of the next 3 chs, *dc3tog, dc in each of the next 3 chs, 3 dc in next ch, dc in each of the next 3 chs; repeat from * across until 7 chs remain, dc3tog, dc in each of the next 3 chs, 2 dc in last ch. Turn. (141 sts)

Row 2: Ch 3. Dc in each of the next 4 sts, *dc3tog, dc in each of the next 3 sts, 3 dc in the center dc of the 3-dc group from the previous row, dc in each of the next 3 sts; repeat from * across until 7 sts remain, dc3tog, dc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 dc in last st. Turn. (141 sts)

Rows 3-80: Repeat Row 2, following the stripe sequence below. (141 sts)

Stripe sequence

The blanket uses rows of white, blue, and green. Blue and green sections are always separated by white rows.

Rows 1-8: White
Rows 9-12: Blue
Rows 13-16: White
Rows 17-20: Green
Rows 21-24: White
Rows 25-28: Blue
Rows 29-32: White
Rows 33-36: Green
Rows 37-44: White
Rows 45-48: Blue
Rows 49-52: White
Rows 53-56: Green
Rows 57-60: White
Rows 61-64: Blue
Rows 65-68: White
Rows 69-72: Green
Rows 73-80: White

Finishing

Fasten off and weave in all of the ends.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a crochet chevron blanket the same as a ripple blanket?

The terms chevron and ripple are often used for crochet blankets with repeating peaks and valleys. This pattern creates that wavy shape with dc3tog decreases and 3-dc increases.

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