Chevron and zigzag stitches are an easy way to add color and interest to your knitting projects. And they are much simpler than they look! Most patterns are free. Updated 12/30/2022
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Free Patterns
Chevron Trim Cardigan
Cardigan sweater knit flat with zigzag chevron stripes on sleeves and hem. Sizes XS/S, M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
Firenze Wrap
Rectangular shawl knit with a 12 row repeat Flemish Block Lace Stitch and 6 row repeat Cloverleaf Eyelet Cable Stitch. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Michael Harrigan for Cascade Yarns.
Malaury Sweater
Long-sleeved pullover knit with a zigzag pattern. Sizes 34 in to 52 in (80 cm to 122 cm) Designed by Phildar.
Shining Chevron Top
Boatneck short-sleeved pullover with zigzag lace eyelet pattern. Great for layering! Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Designed by Handmade Mayara. Available in English, French, and Portuguese.
Knit Lace Shawl
Red Heart’s easy shawl features a 4 row repeat and measures 47cm x 137cm (18½” x 54″).
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Pia Ballerina Stockings
Pretty arrrowhead lace forms delicate chevrons on these thigh high stockings by Senja Jarva.
Reversible Chevron Scarf
Debbie Seton designed this scarf that is adapted to any weight of yarn — the pictured project is in fingering weight.
Chevron Throw
Red Heart’s 2 row repeat lace afghan pattern uses 4 colors of yarn to make a fashion statement.
Chevron iPad Sleeve
Designed by Tanis Gray
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- Get Aran yarn for this project at Etsy
- See more Phone and Tablet Knitting Patterns
Kid’s Chevron Band Pullover
Designed by Caron Design Team. Toddler/Child: 2, 4, 6, 8 years
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- Get the recommended yarn for this project at Etsy
- See more Toddler Sweater Knitting Patterns
ZigZag Fingerless Gloves
Whole Earth Education designed these mitts that are knit flat with two contrasting colors of yarn and then seamed. Contrasting yarn in the example is multi-colored giving it an extra color dimension. Great for stash busting and quick gifts.
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- Get the worsted weight yarn on Etsy
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Spicy Chevron Blanket
Designed by Patons, this blanket is approx 50″ x 60″ [127 x 152.5 cm]
Lace Chevron Top
Vertical eyelets with lacy chevrons make this a perfect summer top.
More Free Patterns
Chevron Lace Scarf and Shawl
Yarnspirations includes two versions in this pattern.
Chevron Hat
Easy knitting pattern of my own design. Great for contrasting yarns!
Chevron Shawl
Designed by Yarnspirations. Approx 21 x 54″ [53.5 cm x 137 cm] (excluding fringe).
Make Waves Hat
Designed by Yarnspirations, this slouchy beanie perfect for multi-colored or self-striping yarn.
Salt and Pepper Bag
Knit in garter stitch and chevron pattern.
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- Get the recommended yarn
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Jasmine Scarf
Designed by Purl Soho, the chevrons in this textured scarf are created with wrapped and dropped stitches.
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- Get worsted weight yarn for this project on Etsy
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Rye Chevron Tie
Designed by Saranac Hale Spencer for Pom Pom Quarterly, the chevron stitch pattern in this tie forms natural tie point unlike other knit ties. Note that the pattern link is difficult to see on the pattern page. It is in the paragraph under the second image on the page.
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- See the Ravelry page
- Get the worsted weight yarn on Etsy
- See more Chevron stitch knitting patterns
Walt Painted Chevron Baby Blanket
Designed by Danielle Romanetti, size is 23″ x 35″ after blocking
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- Get the worsted weight yarn on Etsy
- See more Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns
Chevron Leaf Scarf and Shawl
Knit either a scarf or shawl with this Yarnspirations pattern with an unusual twist that creates a leaf pattern with chevron lace.
Henry
Mareike Sattler designed this elegant scarf that has a subtle chevron texture and knit lengthwise.
Kinetic Shawl
Designed by Nora Gaughan, this pattern for a chevron texture stole in worsted weight yarn is charted. Width: 14.5 inches Length: 84 inches. The first picture on the pattern page is not appealing — I can’t imagine why they used it — but the other pictures of the wrap show how nice it is.
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- Get the worsted weight yarn for this project at Annie’s
- See more Textured Shawl Knitting Patterns
Hibito Cardigan
Norah Gaughan designed this lace button-front cardigan for Berroco. Sized for X-Small, Small, Medium, Large, 1X and 2X
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- Get the recommended yarn for this project at Annie’s
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Fractured Light Hat
Kirsten Kapur designed this lace slouchy hat that looks great with variegated yarn. Also has a matching pattern for fingerless mitts!
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- See more knitting patterns for multi-colored yarn
- Get sport weight yarn for this pattern on Etsy
Ten Stitch Zigzag Throw or Blanket
Frankie Brown designed this ingenious pattern is worked with garter stitch strips ten stitches wide that are joined as you knit so there is no seaming! You can also use this pattern for scarves.
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- Get Aran yarn for this project at Etsy
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By the Lake
Textured chevron pattern in a comfortable fit tunic perfect over jeans or leggings. Size: S – M – L – XL – XXL – XXXL
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- Get the recommended yarn at Etsy: Cloud or Brushed Alpaca Silk
- See more Tunic Knitting Patterns
Patterns for Purchase
Glacial Pullover
Gansey-inspired pullover sweater knit with chevorn patterns stitches and asymmetrical bottom hems. Sizes Bust: 34 3/4 (39 3/4, 43 1/4, 46 3/4, 50, 53 1/2)". Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Jesie Ostermiller.
Baby Blanket Bundle, Zig Zag, Feather and Fan, and Bubble Blanket Knitting Patterns
Set includes the Zig Zag Baby Blanket which is reversible and worked in knit and purl stitches, Baby Bubble Blanket with with a fun texture for your little one to discover, and Feather and Fan with a wonderful lace quality that's easy to memorize. All three of these patterns are easy to follow and are great for beginner knitters according to the designer. Designed by CoadyCreekCreations. Patterns are also available individually.
Hawaiian Dreams Blanket
The blanket is knit using mini cables inspired by sea waves and two colors of yarn to create a variegated look. It can also be knit with just a single color of yarn instead. Designed by LisaTheNiftyKnitter. Worsted weight yarn.
Bunny and Baby Blanket Set
Blanket knit with a slipped stitch herringbone slipped stitch texture. Includes a pattern for cuddly rabbit toy softie. Suitable for beginners according to the designer. Easy to adjust the length or width. Would also make great cushion covers, or a scarf. Designed by OGE Knitwear Designs who allows you to sell the finished projects. DK weight yarn.
Lucy's Baby Blanket
Textured geometrical pattern in knit and purl stitches with zigzags that sometimes .cross and intertwine to form dimaonds. Full instructions are given to complete the blanket shown, however options at each section are given if you would like to change the pattern at any section. Designed by Auroraknit. Any weight yarn and appropriate needles can be used.
Blue Rhapsody Afghan
This fringed afghan features columns of chevron lace alternating with textured stitches. One of 5 patterns in AFGHAN MEDLEY TO KNIT eBook
Chevron Throw
A very easy knitting pattern suitable for the new to knitting. Knit in chevron strips of Garter Stitch that are sewn together to finish the afghan
Muti Dress
As your baby grows, Taiga Hilliard’s pattern will adapt from a dress to a tunic. Top down design with a pretty chevron lace pattern on the yoke and skirt. Sizes – 0-3 months (6 months, 12 months, 18 months)
- Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- See more patterns by Taiga on my Baby Cardigan Knitting Patterns post
Bambi Baby Blanket
This blanket pattern is an easy 4 row repeat, made up of knit and purl stitches.
