The chevron, or ripple, blanket is the one everyone recognizes: rows of zigzag peaks and valleys, usually in stripes. The wave comes from working increases at each peak and decreases at each valley, which you repeat across every row. Once the foundation is set, the pattern is the same row over and over, which makes it a relaxing long-term project.
Color is where a chevron blanket sings. Because each row is a clean stripe, it is the perfect place for a planned color sequence, a gradient, or a scrappy rainbow of leftovers. A lap-sized chevron throw takes around 1,000 yards of worsted yarn.
What you need
- Yarn
- Worsted weight (CYC 4), about 1,000 yards for a lap throw, more for a full blanket.
- Skill
- Intermediate. The stitches are basic, but you must count carefully to keep the peaks and valleys lined up.
Chevron Blanket projects to make
- 1Classic double crochet chevron. The standard ripple, fast to work. Teaches peak increases and valley decreases.
- 2Single crochet chevron. A tighter, sharper zigzag with more defined points. Slower but crisp.
- 3Gradient chevron throw. A color sequence that shifts down the blanket. Teaches planning a palette.
- 4Scrap chevron blanket. One stripe per leftover ball. The best way to use up your stash.
Where to find free chevron blanket patterns
Chevron is a classic, so free patterns are everywhere. DROPS and Ravelry both list many free ripple blankets, and yarn brand sites have beginner-friendly versions with a clear stitch repeat. Look for a pattern that states the repeat count, since that is what keeps your waves even.
Stitches you will use
- Ripple StitchUS: ripple / UK: ripple
- Double CrochetUS: dc / UK: tr
- Single CrochetUS: sc / UK: dc
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