The Eldoris Chevron Blanket: A Free Knitting Pattern for a Modern, Textured Throw

Introducing the Eldoris Chevron Blanket

Dive into the soothing rhythm of chevron stripes with this modern, textured throw. The Eldoris Chevron Blanket combines classic zig-zags with a soft, brioche-like stitch for an incredibly cozy and visually stunning throw. This pattern is designed to be approachable for confident beginners, using a simple slipped-stitch technique to create a dense, squishy fabric that mimics brioche without the complexity. The chevron pattern is achieved by increasing and decreasing at specific points, resulting in a beautifully defined, modern aesthetic. Whether draped over a sofa or folded at the foot of a bed, this blanket adds a touch of sophisticated texture to any room.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Category 4). Shown in Lion Brand Heartland (100% acrylic; 251 yds/230 m per 5 oz/140 g skein):
  • 4 skeins of 'Great Smoky Mountains' (Color A, deep teal)
  • 3 skeins of 'Badlands' (Color B, warm taupe)
  • 3 skeins of 'Olympic' (Color C, soft cream)
• Needles: US Size 9 (5.5 mm) circular knitting needle, 32-inch or longer.
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in Stockinette stitch, after blocking.
• Notions: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, stitch markers (optional).

Step-by-Step Instructions

Notes

The blanket is worked flat in one piece. The pattern uses a simple slipped-stitch technique to create a dense, squishy fabric that mimics brioche without the complexity. The chevron pattern is achieved by increasing and decreasing at specific points.

Abbreviations

• CO: Cast on
• K: Knit
• P: Purl
• Sl1 wyif: Slip 1 stitch purlwise with yarn in front
• K2tog: Knit 2 stitches together
• SSK: Slip, slip, knit (slip 2 stitches individually knitwise, then knit them together through the back loops)
• YO: Yarn over
• Rep: Repeat
• St(s): Stitch(es)

Pattern

CO 183 sts.

Set-up Row (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 1 (RS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *K2tog, K6, YO, K1, YO, K6, SSK; rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 2 (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * across.

Row 3 (RS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *K2tog, K5, YO, K3, YO, K5, SSK; rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 4 (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * across.

Row 5 (RS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *K2tog, K4, YO, K5, YO, K4, SSK; rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 6 (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * across.

Row 7 (RS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *K2tog, K3, YO, K7, YO, K3, SSK; rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 8 (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * across.

Row 9 (RS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *K2tog, K2, YO, K9, YO, K2, SSK; rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 10 (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * across.

Row 11 (RS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *K2tog, K1, YO, K11, YO, K1, SSK; rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 12 (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * across.

Row 13 (RS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *K2tog, YO, K13, YO, SSK; rep from * to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif.

Row 14 (WS):

Sl1 wyif, K1, *P to last 2 sts, K1, Sl1 wyif; rep from * across.

Color Sequence

• Work Rows 1-14 four times with Color A.
• Work Rows 1-14 three times with Color B.
• Work Rows 1-14 three times with Color C.
• Work Rows 1-14 three times with Color B.
• Work Rows 1-14 four times with Color A.

Finishing

Bind off loosely on a WS row. Weave in all ends. Block to measurements: approximately 50 inches wide by 60 inches long. To block, soak the blanket in lukewarm water with a gentle wool wash, gently squeeze out excess water (do not wring), lay flat on towels, and shape to the desired dimensions. Allow to dry completely before use.