Single Chevron Stitch Pattern 
and Matching Knitting Pattern

The single chevron stitch pattern is a lovely allover textured pattern using knit and purl stitches and you'll even find an easy pattern to try it out.

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What you'll be doing is purling stitches on the right side of your work to create pretty seed stitch zigzags or V's across your fabric.

And that's why it's also called the chevron seed stitch pattern. 

There are hundreds upon hundreds of chevron stitch patterns and this is just one that you may like to try. 

It's very similar to the ripple stitch, zigzag stitch and the afghan stitch patterns which are all variations of the same stitch pattern.  

This one in particular seems more dainty and pretty and that's why I chose it. I think it's also one of the easiest so it's a nice way to start.

And it's a nice way to add some textured stitches and have a little fun with your knitting.

If you're knitting a sweater in Stockinette you may enjoy trying the single chevron stitch instead to add more interest. 

Some knitted chevron patterns are made with pretty little eyelets for a very feminine, delicate texture.

 And some zigzag patterns are made with different colors for a really colorful effect. 

This chevron stitch pattern is a nice simple pattern to try. 

You can knit practically anything with the single chevron stitch and I'm sure it'll be lovely, here are a few ideas: 

• knitted blankets
• baby blankets
• pillow covers
• scarves
• pullovers
• cardigans 
• hats

You'll also find many pattern variations for the chevron stitch or zigzag stitch. Some chevron stitch patterns look more rounded and much thicker.

I chose the single chevron stitch because it's easy enough for beginner knitters and it's also kind of dainty looking.

Chevron Seed Stitch Pattern Knit Flat

Abbreviations:  k = knit, p = purl, rep = repeat

Pattern is worked on a multiple of 8 stitches.

If you'd like to knit a sample cast on 16, 24 or 32 stitches.

Row 1:  *P1, K3, repeat from * to end of row

Row 2:  *K1, P5, K1, P1, repeat from * to end of row

Row 3:  *K2, P1, K3, P1, K1, repeat from * to end of row

Row 4:  *P2, K1, P1, K1, P3, repeat from * to end of row

Repeat these 4 row to create pattern

Single chevron stitch pattern knit in the round

Cast on in multiples of 8 stitches 

If you'd like to knit a sample cast on 16, 24 or 32 stitches.

Round 1: *P1, K3, P1, K3, repeat from * around

Round 2:  *K1, P1, K5, P1, repeat from * around

Round 3:  *K2, P1, K3, P1, K, repeat from * around

Round 4:  *K3, P1, K1, P1, K2, repeat from * around

Keep repeating these 4 rounds to create the chevron seed stitch pattern

It's fun to make isn't it?  Would you like to try it out on a free knitting pattern?  Great because I made it just for you and also for my daughter Jennifer.  :)

My daughter likes to wear hooded cowls so I knit her lots. Yes you guessed it - you'll find a lot of patterns for them if you check out my easy knitting patterns page.  

Well there will be as I continue to knit more for Jennifer.  :)

Seedy Chevron Hooded Cowl Scarf Details

Materials: Bulky (5) yarn, approximately 222 yards

Needles: US 11, (8.00 mm) and a 16 inch long circular knitting needle

Gauge: 3 sts = 1 inch

If you need help to cast on stitches for knitting in the round here are some picture instructions for you.

Notes:  Pattern is worked over a multiple of 8 stitches so if you wish to make it bigger or even smaller increase in increments of 8 stitches .

For instance, I'm giving you 2 sizes to choose from, 20 inch circumference and 24 inch circumference. 

My daughter tends to like her cowls more snug so this pattern is the 20 circumference  and if you want it looser simply cast on 72 stitches instead

To download my hooded cowl scarf pattern click here

Seedy Chevron Hooded Cowl Scarf pattern

Cast on 64 (72) stitches and join to work in the round making sure not to twist stitches.

Knit 4 - 6 rows in Garter stitch - reminder - Garter stitch knit in the round is as follows: Knit 1 row, purl 1 row.

I knit 6 rows with mine but the choice is yours. You may only want a couple of foundation rows instead before starting the pattern and that's okay.  

Begin the Chevron Stitch Pattern

Round 1: *P1, K3, P1, K3, repeat from * around

Round 2: *K1, P1, K5, P1, repeat from * around

Round 3: *K2, P1, K3, P1, K1, repeat from * around

Round 4: *K3, P1, K1, P1, K2, repeat from * around

Keep repeating these 4 rounds until work from beginning measures 16 - 18 inches or desired length.

To finish up - Knit garter stitch for the same amount of rounds as you did at the beginning

Bind of very loosely and weave in ends.

Enjoy your fresh new scarf!

Happy Knitting!