Help with a pattern?

[vividstitches]

I have been trying this pattern for the past few days http://southerndaisy...t-free-pattern/

I have contacted the author for help, but no response yet. So I thought I'd try here.

I started with a chain of 182 (multiple of 14, just like the pattern says) and re-counted each chain to make sure I had the right number. I started row 1 by chaining 2 and proceeded by following the pattern. I made sure there were no missed stitches! Here is my problem: you are supposed to end with 3 DC in the last stitch of Row 1. But, and I don't know why but I am ready to pull out my hair, EACH TIME I end up in the last stitch with the second DC of the "DC in the next 3 stitches". Why could this be?

[Former_Member]

I'm trying to get to the pattern to look for you to see if I can help, but not able to get to it. Have you had any luck yet? I just got to this post, so I'll be researching this, will be back soon!

[Former_Member]

Did you go through one loop back loop) or both loops of the turning chain?

[Former_Member]

I found the pattern, Southern Daisy Chevron Baby Blanket (free pattern), right? Very nice!

[HoosiermammaV]

Yes Hannah, you probably either skipped the stitch at the beginning or you didn't count the turning chain as the first DC. That's usually my problem. And Yessssss it is aggravating!

[vividstitches]

Thank you for your help, ladies! Unfortunately, I have not had time to work on it lately, but I will try to start it this weekend : ) I definitely will use your ideas!