How to Crochet a Zigzag Throw

Most Zigzag crochet stitches usually combine the double crochet, the treble crochet and the chain stitch. This is a simple Zigzag that uses only chain stitches and single crochets. It can be used to make pillows, throw blankets, sweaters, vests etc. This stitch can be used to crochet treasured gifts for family or friends all year round. Here are the steps for crocheting a simple Zigzag stitch into a lovely throw for your living room or bedroom.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Crochet hook
• Yarn
• Scissors

1. 
   Choose 5 yarn colors.

   Choose 5 complementary yarn colors for your blanket (Color: A,B,C,D and E). Then with color A, chain 118.
   
   (When attaching new colors of yarn, work both the old and new yarn colors onto the hook so that there are 2 loops on hook then yarn over with new color to complete stitch.)

2. Begin Row 1 with color A, single crochet in 2nd chain from hook and in next 5 chains, 3 single crochet in next chain, single crochet in 6 chains,
   * skip 2 chains, single crochet in 6 chains, 3 single crochets in next chain, single crochet in 6 chains, rep from * across, change to color B in last single crochet – 120 single crochets.

3. Begin Row 2 with attached color B. Chain 1, turn then single crochet in first single crochet, skip next single crochet, single crochet in 5 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next single crochet, * single crochet in 6 single crochets, skip 2 single crochets, single crochet in 6 single crochets, 3 single crochets in next single crochet, rep from * across to last 7 single crochets, single crochet in 5 single crochets, skip next single crochet, single crochet in last single crochet.

4. Attach color C and work last row 2 times.
   Attach color D and work 1 row.
   Attach color E and work 3 rows
   Repeat entire color sequence 10 more times. Fasten off.

5. 
   Keep hooks handy!

   Complete your blanket with the finish of your choice (plain, tassels, single crochets, etc).
   
   Keep your crochet hooks handy for more exciting craft ideas.

Tips & Warnings

• Repeat all directions inside the double asterisk.
• Plan out color pattern before you begin.

[staysik]

on 12/31/2008 I love this stitch, it looks so cool. And you can make this as a scarf that looks awesome too. 5 *'s

[barbarajean57]

on 4/18/2008 is there a pattern for a 17 in. pillow

[grouch]

on 12/9/2007 My zig always has a unique zag of it's own. Thanks for all the tips I think I may try again.