Simple Chevron Stitch for Crochet Beginners – VIDEO TUTORIAL

Let’s get groovy with a simple chevron stitch. This beginner-friendly crochet stitch uses increases and decreases to create movement in your crochet fabric. Add even more visual interest by changing color throughout. Master chevron crochet’s peaks and valleys with the help of my step-by-step tutorial video.

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Get Groovy with the Crochet Chevron Stitch

Buckle up, crochet adventurers! The chevron stitch is about to transform your crafting world from mundane to magnificent. This zigzag wonder isn’t just another pattern—it’s a game-changer that’ll have you creating stunning blankets, scarves, and accessories with just a few simple stitches. Whether you’re a total newbie or a hook-wielding enthusiast, this technique is your ticket to textural magic.

Grab your favorite yarn, a crochet hook, and your adventurous spirit. This tutorial isn’t just about teaching a stitch—it’s about unleashing your inner fiber artist. We’ll demystify increases, decreases, and maintaining consistent tension. By the time you’re done, you’ll have a gorgeous chevron creation and the confidence to tackle more complex patterns. Let’s turn those crafting dreams into reality!

Ready to get moving on the Crochet Chevron Stitch? Grab your crochet hooks and your favorite color yarns, and let’s get to it!

Learn even more crochet with these helpful videos:

• Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Crochet [watch here]
• Crochet Color Changes [watch here]
• An easy Beginner Crochet Project [watch here]

Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket – Chevron Square

This tutorial was made as a supplement to the Chevron Square as part of the Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket pattern. Find the full pattern to make your square below.

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Chevron Square Pattern

• Prefer a printable version? Purchase the ad-free Crochet Amour Sampler pattern from my shop HERE.
• Find Gauge and Abbreviations in this blog post.

MATERIALS

• Worsted weight yarn – colors C and D
• 6.5mm crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle

FINISHED SIZE

12″ square after border and blocking

STITCH MULTIPLE: The Chevron Square does not have a set stitch multiple. To adjust width, use a larger or smaller crochet hook.

SPECIAL STITCHES

• Increase (inc) – 2dc in the same st.
• Double Crochet Two Together (dc2tog) – (yarn over, pull up a loop in the next st, yarn over, pull through 2 loops) 2 times, (3 loops on hook), yarn over, pull through all loops on hook.

PATTERN NOTE: Starting ch-3 counts as the first double crochet, and the starting ch-4 counts as the first treble crochet.

INSTRUCTIONS

With D and 6.5mm hook, ch 29

ROW 1 Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc 1, hdc 2, dc 2, tr 2, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 4, hdc 2, dc 2, tr 2, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 2, turn. (28 sts)

ROW 2 Ch 3, sk st at base of ch and next st, dc 4, inc 2 times, dc 4, dc2tog 2 times, dc 4, inc 2 times, dc 4, sk 1, dc in last st, cc to C at end of row.

From here and throughout, change color every 2 rows. Carry color not in use up side of work.

ROWS 3-16 Ch 3, sk st at base of ch and next st, dc 4, inc 2 times, dc 4, dc2tog 2 times, dc 4, inc 2 times, dc 4, sk 1, dc in top of tch, turn.

ROW 17 With Color D, ch 4, sk st at base of ch, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 4, hdc 2, dc 2, tr 2, dc 2, hdc 2, sc 4, hdc 2, dc 2, tr in top of tch, turn. Fasten off C.

Proceed to Standard Border with D.

STANDARD BORDER

• Ensure the square faces right side up.
• Ch 1 (does not count as a stitch), single crochet 35 stitches evenly across the first edge of the square, placing increases and decreases where needed. At corner, ch 2 and rotate to work along the next edge.
• Single crochet 35 stitches evenly across the edge, placing increases and decreases where needed. At corner, ch 2 and rotate to work along the next edge.
• Repeat the last step for the remaining 2 sides. At the end of the round, join with a slip stitch in the first single crochet of the round. Fasten off and block your finished square to 12″ x 12″.

Click here to access stitch patterns for the other squares in the Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket.

Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket Layout

Get the printable PDF version of the Crochet Amour Sampler Blanket here!