This cozy bedspread is made from soft beige granny squares, each with a bright lavender lattice center full of little open windows. A ring of fan stitches frames each lattice, and the squares are joined into a classic grid finished with a lacy scalloped border that drapes over the sides of the bed. Matching pillow covers with the squares turned on point complete the set. It is perfect for a cottage bedroom, a girl’s room, a guest room, or a fresh spring look.
The bedspread is made in four parts. First you crochet the lattice squares, then you join them into a large panel. Next you add the scalloped border. Finally you make the matching pillow covers.
Materials
Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in lavender, about 1,300 g
Worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn in beige or camel, about 1,800 g
Extra yarn for two pillow covers, about 150 g lavender and 200 g beige
Crochet hook 5.0 mm
Two pillow inserts, about 50 by 70 cm (20 by 28 inches)
Tapestry needle, scissors, and stitch markers
Finished Size
Each square is about 20 cm (8 inches). The bedspread is about 200 by 240 cm (80 by 96 inches) with 9 by 11 squares plus the border, which fits a queen bed. Each pillow cover is about 50 by 70 cm.
Stitches Used (US Terms)
ch chain
sl st slip stitch
sc single crochet
hdc half double crochet
dc double crochet
tr treble crochet
cluster 3 double crochet worked into the same space
fan 7 double crochet worked into the same stitch or space
picot chain 3 and slip stitch into the first chain
Part 1: The Lavender Lattice Center
The lattice is worked in rows to make the chunky grid of windows shown in the photo.
With lavender, chain 20.
Row 1: Double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook and in the next chain. Chain 2, skip 2 chains, and double crochet in the next 2 chains. Repeat across. Turn. You have 5 blocks with 4 windows between them.
Row 2: Chain 3 (counts as a double crochet) and double crochet in the next stitch. Chain 2 and double crochet in the next 2 double crochet. Repeat across. Turn.
Rows 3 to 9: Repeat Row 2. Every row lines up the blocks and windows into a neat grid.
Do not fasten off. The lattice should measure about 11 cm square.
Part 2: Squaring the Lattice
Round 1: Chain 1 and single crochet evenly around all 4 sides of the lattice, working 2 single crochet in each window space along the sides and 3 single crochet in each corner. Join. Fasten off lavender.
This round turns the rows into a square you can work around.
Part 3: The Beige Fan Frame
Round 2: Join beige in any corner. Chain 3 and work 2 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet in the corner. Along each side, chain 1, skip 2 stitches, and work a cluster in the next stitch. Repeat to the next corner. Work 3 double crochet, chain 2, and 3 double crochet in each corner. Join.
Round 3: Slip stitch into the corner space. In each corner, work a fan. Along the sides, work a cluster in each chain 1 space, with chain 1 between. Join.
Round 4: Chain 3 and double crochet in each stitch and space around, with 2 double crochet, chain 2, and 2 double crochet in the center stitch of each corner fan. Join.
Round 5: Chain 4 (counts as a double crochet and chain 1). Skip 1 stitch and double crochet in the next stitch. Chain 1 and repeat around. In each corner space, work 2 double crochet, chain 2, and 2 double crochet. Join. This makes the ring of small openings around the frame.
Round 6: Chain 2 and half double crochet in each stitch and space around, with 3 half double crochet in each corner space. Join.
Round 7: Chain 1 and single crochet in each stitch around, with 3 single crochet in each corner. Join and fasten off.
Each square should measure about 20 cm across. Make 99 squares for the bedspread.
Part 4: Joining the Squares
Lay out the squares in 11 rows of 9 squares.
With beige, join the squares with a slip stitch seam through the back loops on the right side. This makes a neat raised ridge that frames each square, as shown in the photo.
Join all the long rows first, then all the short rows.
Part 5: The Scalloped Border
Round 1: Join beige in any corner. Chain 1 and single crochet evenly around the whole bedspread, with 3 single crochet in each corner. Join.
Round 2: Chain 4 (counts as a double crochet and chain 1). Skip 1 stitch and double crochet in the next stitch. Chain 1 and repeat around, working a double crochet, chain 3, and double crochet in each corner. Join.
Round 3: Slip stitch into the first space. Chain 1 and single crochet in the space. Skip the next space and work a fan in the next space. Skip the next space and single crochet in the next space. Repeat around. Join.
Round 4: Slip stitch to the center of the first fan. Chain 5 and single crochet in the next single crochet. Chain 5 and single crochet in the center of the next fan. Repeat around. Join.
Round 5: Slip stitch into the first chain 5 space. Work a fan in each chain 5 space, with a single crochet in each single crochet between. Join.
Round 6: Chain 1 and single crochet in each stitch around, working a picot in the center of each fan. Join and fasten off.
Part 6: The Pillow Covers (make 2)
For the front, make 4 squares and 4 half squares.
Half squares: Work the lattice for 5 rows only, then work the beige frame rounds along 3 sides only, turning at the ends instead of joining.
Arrange the 4 full squares on point in a diamond pattern, and fill the edges with the half squares so the front becomes a rectangle. Join them with slip stitch seams.
For the back, with beige, chain 104 and work rows of double crochet until the piece is the same size as the front, about 50 by 70 cm.
Place the front and back with wrong sides together. Single crochet around three sides through both layers. Insert the pillow, then single crochet the last side closed.
Work Rounds 2 and 3 of the scalloped border around the edge for a small ruffle.
Blocking
Wet block each square before joining. Pin it flat on a blocking mat with straight sides and sharp corners, opening every lattice window. Let it dry completely. After joining, lightly steam the border and pin out each scallop.
Ways to Use Your Lattice Squares
Make the full bedspread with matching pillow covers for a complete bedroom set.
Join 20 squares in 4 rows of 5 for a sofa throw or lap blanket.
Join 4 squares for a cushion cover.
Join a single row of squares with the scalloped border for a table runner.
Use a single square as a coaster, potholder, or placemat.
Color Ideas
Pink lattice on cream for a soft romantic bedroom
Sage green lattice on oatmeal for a calm farmhouse look
Navy lattice on white for a crisp coastal style
Mustard lattice on gray for a bold modern room
Tips for Success
Make one test square and measure it before starting. If it is too big, go down a hook size.
Count your windows in each lattice row so every square matches.
Buy all your yarn from the same dye lot so the colors stay even across the whole bedspread.
Work a few squares at a time and join as you go if you find large joining sessions tiring.
Use stitch markers at the corners to keep the squares straight.
Final Thoughts
This lavender lattice bedspread is a cheerful heirloom project that fills any bedroom with color and comfort. Each square is quick and portable, so you can make it one square at a time. Share your finished squares and blankets in the comments below. We would love to see your makes!