Crochet Peephole Chevron Stitch

The crochet Peephole Chevron Stitch creates a flowing zigzag fabric with small open spaces worked along the peaks of each chevron. It has a familiar movement of a classic ripple but the little chain spaces give a lighter, lacier appearance.

Rather than creating the valleys by working stitches together, this version forms them by skipping two stitches. At each peak a chain 2 space is worked between double crochets. The combination produces clearly defined peaks and valleys without making the fabric feel heavy.

Once the foundation row is established, the pattern settles into an easy one row repeat, making this a lovely stitch to use when you want an interesting result without a complicated sequence to remember.

Crochet Peephole Chevron Stitch

The stitch multiple is 10 + 3 chains.

Row 1:

Work a dc in to the 4th ch from the hook (the 3 skipped sts count as a dc), dc in each of the next 3 ch, *sk 2 ch**, dc in each of the next 4 ch, ch 2, dc in each of the next 4 ch, rep from * across ending the last rep at **, dc in each of the next 3 ch, 2 dc in the last ch. Turn.

Row 2:

Ch 3 (counts as the first dc), dc in the first st, dc in each of the next 3 sts, *sk 2 dc**, dc in each of the next 3 sts, (dc, ch 2, dc) in next ch-2 sp, dc in each of the next 3 sts, rep from * across ending the last rep at **, dc in each of the next 3 sts, 2 dc in the turning ch. Turn.

Repeat

Rep row 2 for your required swatch.

Tips for a Neat Chevron

Pay close attention to the beginning and end of each row. The extra double crochet at the edges help keep the stitch count balanced so accidentally missing one can quickly make the sides of your swatch wander off on an adventure of their own!

It can also help place a stitch marker in each chain 2 space while you’re learning the repeat. These spaces mark the peaks and make it much easier to see where the next increase should be worked. If your chevrons don’t appear immediately, give the pattern a few rows. The peaks and valleys become much more pronounced once several repeats have been worked.

Crochet Peephole Chevron Stitch FAQs

Is the Peephole Chevron Stitch beginner friendly?

Yes. If you find working double crochets, chains and skipping stitches, the pattern is quite approachable. The first row requires a little concentration but after that there is only one row to repeat.

What stitch multiple do I need for the Peephole Chevron Stitch?

Your starting chain should be in multiples of 10 + 3.

Why isn’t my crochet forming a chevron shape?

First check that you’re consistently skipping two stitches at each valley and working the chain 2 increase correctly at every peak. It’s also worth counting your stitches at the end of the row as one missed or additional stitch can gradually distort the chevron.