Introduction
This crochet project brings the timeless beauty of lacy motifs into your bedroom with an elegant bedspread made of delicate, interconnected squares. The piece is composed of soft sage green yarn, creating a fresh, botanical ambiance that blends seamlessly with any decor. Each square features intricate petal and fan patterns radiating from a flower-like center, giving the bedspread a light yet luxurious texture. Coordinating pillows extend the theme, making the entire ensemble look cohesive and inviting. Whether draped over your bed or folded at the foot as a decorative throw, this bedspread elevates the entire room with its classic charm.
What makes this project especially engaging is its versatility – work on one square at a time, watching the design come alive with every stitch. The repeating motif structure makes it easy to adjust size and customize colors, letting you personalize the finished piece exactly to your taste. Crocheters will appreciate the rhythmic stitches that form the mesh and petal motifs within each square, making for both a meditative process and a truly eye-catching result. This bedspread is not just practical for warmth, but a stunning piece of handcrafted decor you’ll treasure for years to come.
Project Overview
This bedspread is made up of multiple lacy square motifs, each crocheted individually and then joined together to form the overall piece. Each square is worked from the center out in the round, utilizing a combination of basic stitches, shell and fan shapes, and openwork mesh. The squares are joined as you go in the final round, or can be sewn together at the end for ease. The border of the bedspread and pillows continues the lacy theme with additional shell stitches and gentle scallops for a completed, unified look. Motifs are used for matching pillow covers as well, making for a harmonious bedroom set.
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate. While the stitches themselves are not overly complex, the openwork pattern and joining methods benefit from a bit of experience reading patterns, working in the round, and maintaining consistent stitch counts.
Materials
- Yarn: DK weight (Category 3) 100% cotton or cotton blend is recommended for its breathability, stitch definition, and drape. Sample color is a dusty sage green, but any solid or slightly variegated color will work beautifully.
- Yarn Amount: Approximately 2200-2600 yards (2000-2400 meters) for a queen-sized bedspread (about 45-50 squares), plus extra for the border and pillow covers. Purchase an additional 400-600 yards (370-550 meters) for matching pillow motifs and border.
- Crochet Hook: Size G/6 (4.0 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge.
- Tapestry Needle: For weaving in ends and sewing motifs together if not joining as you go.
- Scissors: For cutting yarn.
- Stitch Markers: Optional but useful for marking rounds or the start of motif sides.
Finished Size
Each motif block measures approximately 9.5 x 9.5 in (24 x 24 cm) after blocking. A queen-sized bedspread (60 x 80 in / 152 x 203 cm) requires about 48 motifs arranged 6 wide by 8 long. Adjust the number of motifs for desired coverage or to fit a twin/full/king bed. For pillow covers, use single or double motifs according to pillow size, and adjust border rounds as needed.
Gauge
One completed motif block (prior to joining and after gentle blocking) should measure approximately 9.5 x 9.5 in (24 x 24 cm). Gauge is not critical for this piece, but variations will affect the finished size and yarn requirements. Work one complete motif to check your gauge and adjust hook size if necessary.
Stitches and Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- dc2tog – double crochet 2 together (decrease)
- MR – magic ring
- sp – space
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- RS – right side
Pattern Notes
Unless otherwise stated, chains at the beginning of rounds count as stitches (e.g., ch-3 counts as first dc). Each motif starts with a magic ring for a neat, tight center. Rounds are worked in joined fashion—each round ends with a sl st to the top of the beginning ch or relevant stitch. For neat color changes (if desired), finish the last yarn-over of the final stitch of a round with the new color. Use stitch markers to keep track of motif corners or joining points to keep your motifs properly aligned. The bedspread is assembled by joining motifs in the final round; if you prefer, sew them together at the end with whipstitch or mattress stitch. Face the RS upward while joining for a seamless appearance. Block finished motifs to even out openwork and enhance stitch definition.
Crochet Pattern Instructions
Motif Center
- With main color and a G/6 (4.0 mm) hook, make a MR.
Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 15 dc in MR. Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (16 dc) - Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, ch 2, *2 dc in next st, ch 2; rep from * around. Join with sl st to top of ch-3. (16 dc groups, 16 ch-2 sps)
- Round 3: Sl st to next ch-2 sp, ch 3, (dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in same sp, ch 1, *(2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in next ch-2 sp, ch 1; rep from * around. Join. (16 petals with ch-3 sps)
First Lacy Expansion
- Sl st to next ch-3 sp, ch 4 (counts as tr), tr, ch 3, 2 tr in same sp, ch 2, *2 tr in next ch-3 sp, ch 3, 2 tr in same sp, ch 2; rep from * around. Join. (16 petal arcs, separated by ch-2)
- Sl st to next ch-3 sp, ch 1, sc in same sp, ch 5, sc in next ch-3 sp, *ch 7, sc in next ch-3 sp, ch 5, sc in next ch-3 sp; rep from * around, ending with ch 7, join to first sc. (Alternating ch-5 and ch-7 sps)
Petal and Mesh Detailing
- Sl st to first ch-5 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc) in same sp, dc in next ch-7 sp, ch 2, dc in same sp, *in next ch-5 sp: (3 dc, ch 1, 3 dc), dc in next ch-7 sp, ch 2, dc in same sp; rep from * around. Join. (8 shells, 8 mesh sps per round)
- Ch 4, (dc, ch 2, dc) in ch-1 sp of previous round, ch 4, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 4, *(dc, ch 2, dc, ch 2, dc) in next ch-1 sp, ch 4, sc in next ch-2 sp, ch 4; rep from * around, join. (Petal formation with lacy ch arcs)
Forming the Square
- Sl st to ch-2 sp, ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in same sp, ch 3, 3 dc in same sp (corner made), ch 5, sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 5, *[3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc] in next ch-2 sp, ch 5, sc in next ch-4 sp, ch 5; rep from * around. Join. (Four corners with ch-3, mesh sides with ch-5)
- Sl st to corner ch-3 sp, ch 3, (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same sp, ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 5, *(3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner ch-3 sp, ch 5, sc in next ch-5 sp, ch 5; repeat from * around, join. (Four square corners emphasized)
- Repeat as needed to achieve a square shape—end when motif reaches ~9.5 in (24 cm).
Final Motif Round & Join-as-You-Go
- For final round, work [3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc] in each corner, ch 2/sc join to adjacent motif at ch-5/side sps as you work (or ch 5 on first motif and centrally for edges not yet joined). Join with sl st, fasten off, and weave in ends.
Bedspread Border
- After joining all motifs, attach yarn in any corner. For border rounds, alternate between (3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc) shell corners and ch-5 mesh along each motif edge, working sc in joins and maintaining corner pattern. For scalloped edge, finish with a round of (sc, ch 2, 3 dc) repeated along each side and in corners for a gentle wave.
Pillow Covers
- Work motifs to cover the desired pillow. Sew or crochet two motifs together on three sides, insert pillow form, and close the remaining edge. Add a simple edging of sc or shells around the perimeter for a polished look.
Assembly and Finishing
Lay out all motifs on a flat surface, arranging them to your satisfaction. For join-as-you-go, work the final round as described, joining motifs at corresponding ch-spaces. If sewing, use a tapestry needle and matching yarn or an invisible seam (mattress or whipstitch) through the outer loops only to avoid bulk and keep joins neat. After joining, fasten off and weave in all ends carefully. If motifs have curled or edges are uneven, gently wet-block the finished bedspread: soak in lukewarm water, roll in a towel to remove excess, then pin to shape and air-dry. For the pillows, join motifs and border as described, insert forms, and sew up well. Blocking ensures the lacy pattern opens beautifully, yielding crisp motifs and a professional finish.
Customization Ideas
- Tailor the bedspread to your room with alternate yarn colors: try ivory or ecru for vintage style, or bold jewel tones for a modern twist.
- Make a lighter throw using fingering-weight yarn and a smaller hook, or a chunkier sofa blanket with worsted yarn and a larger hook (adjust motif/finished size and number accordingly).
- Add a decorative border with contrasting color or incorporate beads into the final motif round for subtle shimmer.
- Use single motifs as placemats, table runners, or framed as wall art for coordinated decor.
Troubleshooting
- Curling Motifs: If motifs curl at the edges, use blocking (wet or steam) to flatten and relax the stitches. Adjusting tension and hook size can also help.
- Uneven Edges: If some motif sides are longer, check stitch count per round—rectify as you go and use pins/stitch markers to maintain alignment during joining.
- Finished Piece Too Large/Small: Make a motif swatch and check size before making all—adjust hook size or yarn accordingly. To resize, simply add or subtract motifs.
- Loose Color Changes: Change colors during the last yarn-over of a stitch and tightly weave in ends to keep joins neat and invisible.
- Uneven Tension: Practice uniform stitching, and pause to relax hands if stitches start to tighten up or loosen inconsistently.
Care Instructions
Hand wash your crochet bedspread in cold or lukewarm water with mild, yarn-safe detergent. Rinse thoroughly and press gently to remove excess water. Lay flat and shape to dry, pinning if necessary, to maintain motif clarity and overall shape. Avoid wringing or tumble drying. Store folded in a cool, dry area to prevent stretching and fading.
Final Notes
Check your stitch counts regularly and adjust tension for a consistent finish. Refer back to the image to fine-tune the motif layout and overall appearance. Enjoy the process—each motif adds to an heirloom piece you’ll cherish, and small adjustments in style or size make the bedspread uniquely yours.
