Chevron Afghan in Lion Brand Homespun - L32246

Chevron Afghan in Lion Brand Homespun – Free Knitting Pattern L32246

The Chevron Afghan in Lion Brand Homespun (Pattern Number L32246) is a free downloadable knitting pattern from Lion Brand Yarn that produces a striking, large-scale throw blanket measuring approximately 42 x 66 inches (107 x 168 cm). Rated as an Easy (Level 2) project, this pattern is an excellent choice for knitters who have mastered the basics and are ready to explore simple colorwork and classic chevron shaping without complicated techniques. The finished afghan is generously sized, making it ideal as a cozy home accent, a thoughtful handmade gift, or a satisfying weekend knitting project.

Design Overview

The defining feature of this afghan is its bold chevron stripe design — a timeless zigzag pattern that creates visual movement and energy across the surface of the blanket. The chevron effect is achieved through a combination of increases and decreases worked at regular intervals across the row, producing the characteristic peaks and valleys that give this style of throw its name. The use of six coordinating colorways of Lion Brand Homespun yarn adds rich depth and a jewel-toned palette to the finished piece, making it as decorative as it is functional.

Techniques and Stitches Used

This pattern is worked flat, meaning the knitter works back and forth in rows rather than in the round. The primary stitch structure is Garter stitch, which is achieved by knitting every single row on both the right side and the wrong side. Garter stitch is one of the most beginner-friendly fabric structures in knitting, producing a squishy, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges that lies flat without curling — a particularly useful quality for afghans and throws.

• Garter Stitch: The foundational stitch of the entire afghan; knit every row to create a dense, textured, reversible fabric.
• Chevron Shaping: Achieved through strategically placed increases and decreases across the row, creating the signature zigzag peaks and valleys.
• Colorwork Striping: Multiple colors are introduced across the afghan using simple stripe sequences, requiring no stranding or intarsia — just straightforward color changes at the beginning of rows.
• Finishing: A Lion Brand Large-Eye Blunt Needle is used for weaving in ends securely after all color changes, which is an essential finishing step given the number of colors involved.

Materials

Yarn

The pattern calls exclusively for Lion Brand Homespun (Article #790), a beloved bulky-weight yarn composed of 98% Acrylic and 2% Polyester. Each skein is a 6.00 oz / 170 g pull skein containing approximately 185 yards / 169 meters. Lion Brand Homespun is well known for its soft, chenille-like texture and subtle color variations, which lend a cozy, handcrafted look to finished projects. The yarn's slight color variation within each skein adds natural visual interest even within a single color stripe.

Six distinct colorways are used in this pattern, each identified by its Lion Brand color number and name:

• 790-411 Mixed Berries — 2 Balls (Color A)
• 790-426 Tulips — 2 Balls (Color B)
• 790-409 Bourbon — 1 Ball (Color C)
• 790-421 Purple Haze — 1 Ball (Color D)
• 790-603 Barks — 2 Balls (Color E)
• 790-408 Wild Fire — 1 Ball (Color F)

The combination of berry tones, purples, warm neutrals, and fiery hues creates a rich, jewel-toned palette that gives this afghan a bold and sophisticated appearance.

Needles and Notions

• Lion Brand Knitting Needles – Size 10.5 (6.5 mm): Used throughout the entire pattern to achieve the correct gauge and fabric density.
• Lion Brand Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6): Used for weaving in yarn ends after color changes and upon completion of the