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Seed Stitch Chevron Knitting Pattern (Free Instructions)

The Seed Stitch Chevron is a textured pattern that shows the traditional seed stitch with a zigzag chevron pattern. This design creates a reversible fabric with rich texture, making it perfect for scarves, baby blankets, cushion covers, and anything where you want that extra texture.

It is a beginner-friendly design created with just knit and purl stitches, yet it is perfect for more advanced knitters who want to add some geometric texture to their projects.  I have seen this pattern presented with different instructions, so I am offering two ways to create this pattern, version one and version two.

A knitted swatch of the seed stitch chevron stitch pattern worked in yellowSeed Stitch Chevron Stitch, Version 1
Another version of the seed stitch chevron stitch pattern worked in greenSeed Stitch Chevron Stitch, Version 2

Skill Level

Skill level easy per the Craft Yarn Council

Skills Needed to Make the Seed Stitch Chevron Pattern Swatch

Abbreviations

k= knit

P= purl

RS=right side

WS=wrong side

** = Work the stitches between the two asterisks for the number of times indicated.
( ) = Knit the stitches specified between the two parentheses for the total number of times indicated.

What Supplies do I Need?

  • Yarn: Any weight yarn will work, but a smooth, solid-color worsted weight yarn shows the texture best.  I used a worsted weight acrylic yarn (Brava Worsted in the color canary)
  • Needles: Use the needle size recommended for your yarn.  I recommend a US 7 (4.5 mm) or 8 (5.0 mm) needle.
  • Tapestry needle: For weaving in ends.
  • Stitch markers (optional): To mark each repeat of the 22-stitch pattern.
  • Scissors

Seed Stitch Chevron Knitting Pattern, Version 1

A knitted swatch of the diagnonal seed stitch pattern worked in yellowSeed Stitch Chevron Knitting Pattern, Version 1

Notes

  • The Seed Stitch Chevron Knit Pattern is a Knit and Purl Stitch Pattern.
  • It is worked over a stitch multiple of 22 + 1.
  • The row count is 14.
  • This pattern is reversible.

What are the Written Instructions?

This pattern is worked over a multiple of 22 + 1 so, for your swatch, you can cast on 23, 45, 67, etc.  For the purposes of this swatch tutorial, I cast on 23 stitches.

  • Row 1 (RS): K1, * p3, (k1, p1) twice, k1, p5, k1, (p1, k1) twice, p3, k1; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 2: P1, * p1, k3, (p1, k1) twice, p1, k3, p1, (k1, p1) twice, k3, p2; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 3: K1, * k2, p3, (k1, p1) five times, k1, p3, k3; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 4: K1, * p3, k3, (p1, k1) four times, p1, k3, p3, k1; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 5: P1, * p1, k3, p3, (k1, p1) three times, k1, p3, k3, p2; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 6: K1, * k2, p3, k3, (p1, k1) twice, p1, k3, p3, k3; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 7: K1, * p3, k3, p3, k1, p1, k1, p3, k3, p3, k1; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 8: K1, * (p1, k3, p3, k3) twice, p1, k1; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 9: K1, * p1, k1, p3, k3, p5, k3, p3, k1, p1, k1; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 10: K1, * p1, k1, p1, (k3, p3) twice, k3, (p1, k1) twice; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 11: K1, * (p1, k1) twice, p3, k3, p1, k3, p3, (k1, p1) twice, k1; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 12: K1, * (p1, k1) twice, p1, k3, p5, k3, (p1, k1) three times; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 13: P1, * (p1, k1) three times, p3, k3, p3, (k1, p1) twice, k1, p2; repeat from * to end.
  • Row 14: K1, * k2, (p1, k1) twice, (p1, k3) twice, (p1, k1) three times, k2; repeat from * to end.

Seed Stitch Chevron Knitting Pattern, Version 2

Another version of the seed stitch chevron stitch pattern worked in greenSeed Stitch Chevron Knitting Pattern, Version 2
  • This version is worked over a 4-row repeat and a stitch multiple of 8;
  • It is reversible;
  • It is considered to be an easy knit and purl stitch pattern;

Written Instructions when Working Flat

Cast On: Multiples of 8
Row 1 (Right Side): * P1, K3, P1, K3 *
Row 2: * K1, P5, K1, P1 *
Row 3: * K2, P1, K3, P1, K1 *
Row 4: * P2, K1, P1, K1, P3 *

Repeat rows 1 to 4 until you reach your desired length, then bind off and weave in ends.

What Can I Make with Seed Stitch Chevron Knitting Pattern?

  • Project Ideas
  • The Seed Stitch Chevron pattern works beautifully in:
  • Scarves
  • Blankets or throws
  • Cushions
  • Cowls or headbands: The seed stitch provides a slight stretch.
  • Washcloths or Dishcloths

Fequently Asked Questions

Is this a beginner-friendly pattern?

Since it requires a certain amount of concentration working a 14 row repeat, this pattern is perfect for an advanced knitter capable of reading a pattern or working from a chart.  It would be a difficult pattern to memorize. Version two with only a 4 row repeat is perfect for beginners.

Can I use multicolored yarn?

Yes, a varigated or ombre yarn would be fine.  But remember that if you want the texture of the chevron to show through, a solid colored yarn is best.

Is this pattern reversible?

Yes! Thanks to the seed stitch elements, both sides of the fabric are attractive, making it ideal for scarves and other projects where both sides will show.

How do I adjust for different widths?

The first version requires a stitch count is 22 + 1, meaning that you would multiple 22 by the number of your choice and then add one stitch.  (22x2) + 1 = 45, (22x3) + 1 = 67, etc.  For version 2, the stitch pattern is 8 stitches, so multiple 8 times the number you want for your desired width.

Pin Image:  Pin Now and Knit Later

Seed stitch diagnonal stitch in a pin imageSeed Stitch Chevron Stitch: Pin Now, Knit Later

Final Thoughts

The Seed Stitch Chevron Knitting Pattern creates an interesting geometric texture that is easy to do with only working knit and purl stitches.  Since it looks great on both sides, it is perfect for scarves and cowls.  It is also a lovely choice for a baby blanket which would work up quickly using a chunky or bulky weight yarn.  

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