ZigZag Crochet V Stitch | Easy Pattern
The ZigZag Crochet V Stitch is a fun variation of the traditional crochet V stitch, worked with two or more contrasting yarn colors to create a beautiful horizontal zigzag texture. It’s simple, unique, and a great stitch to use when you want colorwork without anything too complicated.
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One of my favorite things about this stitch is how the pattern alternates V-stitch rows with slip-stitch rows. This keeps all the V stitches facing the right side of the work, which gives the fabric a clean, consistent texture.
It also makes color changes easier because you don’t need to cut the yarn every time you switch colors. Just drop one color at the end of the row and pick up the next one.
I tested a few different yarn color combinations for this tutorial, and in my experience, the zigzag texture stands out best when the double crochet V stitches are worked in the darker color. The sample pictured here was made with indigo blue and white yarn, which really helped the raised zigzag effect pop.
If you love crochet stitches with texture, make sure to also check out my 3D Fan Stitch, Margherite Stitch (aka Star Stitch), C2C Granny Spike Stitch, and 2×2 Crochet Rib Stitch. I’ve been growing my crochet stitch library, so bookmark it for more stitch tutorials and future pattern inspiration.
Tutorial Summary
- Stitch name: ZigZag Crochet V Stitch
- Skill level: Easy
- Foundation chain: Any odd number of chains
- Row repeat: Rows 2–5
- Best for: Baby blankets, scarves, lightweight blankets, and summer garments
- Tutorial includes: Written instructions, stitch diagram, and step-by-step photos
- Construction: Worked flat in horizontal turning rows
- Stitches used: Chain, double crochet, double crochet two together, treble crochet, and treble crochet two together
- Crochet terminology: US terms
- Recommended yarn: Any yarn weight in two or more contrasting colors
- Best color tip: Use the darker color for the V-stitch rows to make the zigzag texture stand out more
Stitch Diagram
Here’s a virtual chart for the ZigZag Crochet V Stitch that can be used along with the written pattern below.
ZigZag Crochet V Stitch Written Instructions:
All stitch terms and abbreviations in this pattern use US crochet terminology. If you need to check abbreviations, go get my Printable Guide to Abbreviations & Terms (Free PDF download).
Start the foundation with any odd number of chains. Please keep in mind that the turning chains 3 and 4 count as a dc and a tr, respectively, throughout the pattern.
Maggie’s Pro Tip on Color Change: To create the zigzag effect with this V stitch, you’ll need at least two contrasting colors of yarn. At the end of each slip-stitch row, you don’t need to cut the yarn. Simply drop the current yarn and pick up the next color.
Foundation and Row 1 (C1):
This is a dc-V-stitch row. With C1, dc in 4th ch from hook, *ch 1, yo, insert hook in same st as last dc, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo, and pull through 2. Yo, sk one ch, insert hook in next ch, yo, and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook). Yo, pull through 2, yo, pull through 3 to complete the dc2tog. Rep from * until one ch rem, dc in last ch. Ch 1, and turn.
Row 2 (C1):
Sl st in each st and in each ch across. Switch to C2, ch 4, and turn.
Why are slip stitches important in this ZigZag Crochet V Stitch? The slip-stitch rows sit invisibly behind the V stitches, helping keep all the V-shaped stitches facing the right side of your work. They also make color changes much easier, especially when working with two yarn colors.
Row 3 (C2):
This is a tr-V-stitch row. Wor a tr in first V-st, *ch 1, yo 2x (3 loops on hook), insert hook in same V-st as last tr. Yo, and pull up a loop (4 loops on hook), (yo, and pull through 2) x2. Yo 2x, insert hook into next V st and pull up a loop (5 loops on hook). (Yo, and pull through 2) x2. Yo, pull through 3 to complete the tr2tog. Rep from * to last V st. Crochet the last tr2tog using the last V st and last dc. Ch 1, and turn.
Row 4 (C2):
Work a sl st in each st and in each ch across. Then, switch to C1, ch 3, and turn.
Row 5 (C2):
Work a dc V-st in each tr V-st across until 1 tr remains. Dc in the last tr st. Then, repeat Rows 2–5 until your project reaches the desired length.
And that’s it for the ZigZag Crochet V Stitch! Once you get the row repeat going, I hope this stitch becomes a favorite of yours for creating beautiful textured projects. Try it with bold contrasting shades for a dramatic zigzag effect, or softer colors for a more subtle look. Either way, this is a lovely stitch to keep in your crochet library for blankets, scarves, wearables, and any project that needs a little extra texture.
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