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Lace Motif Bedspread Crochet Pattern

This lace motif bedspread crochet pattern creates a dramatic plum coverlet from small motifs with open mesh centers and outlined teardrop petals. Two petals on every side form a heart, and when the motifs are joined, the petals of neighboring motifs meet in four-petal flowers. Join-as-you-go assembly means no seams to sew.

By Mandy’s Crochet Studio · Updated November 5, 2026

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Time needed: 120 hrs
Made this: 0 crocheters
Skill level: Intermediate
Hook size: 5 mm
Finished size: Queen bedspread approx. 91 x 104 in (231 x 264 cm); each motif approx. 6.5 in (16.5 cm)

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Skill level
Intermediate
Comfortable with shaping, joining and reading counts.
Time
120 hrs
An average pace, including assembly.
Use
Lacy Bedspread
Queen bedspread approx. 91 x 104 in (231 x 264 cm); each motif approx. 6.5 in (16.5 cm)

Why you'll love it

Covered chain loops make plump, sculpted petals with a corded outline.
Neighboring motifs form four-petal flowers where they join.
Join-as-you-go assembly means no seams to sew at the end.
The petals create a naturally scalloped edge, so no border is needed.
Small motifs are portable and quick to make.

About the designer

Mandy’s Crochet Studio

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Mandy’s Crochet Studio writes the free patterns, premium PDFs and step-by-step guides on this site, with stitch counts on every round and a skill level on every pattern.

Last updated November 5, 2026

Materials needed

Tools

5.0 mm (US H-8) crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Locking stitch markers
Measuring tape
Blocking mats and rust-proof pins
Spray bottle or steamer for blocking

Gauge & finished measurements

Gauge: 14 dc and 8 rows = 4 in (10 cm) in worsted yarn with a 5.0 mm hook. Motif gauge: the mesh center measures about 2.75 x 2.5 in (7 x 6.5 cm), and a finished motif measures about 6.5 in (16.5 cm) across from the tip of one petal pair to the opposite one.

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The pattern

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Mesh Center

Foundation and Row 1: Ch 14. Dc in the 6th ch from the hook (skipped chains count as a dc and a ch-1 space). *Ch 1, skip the next ch, dc in the next ch; repeat from * 3 more times. (6 dc + 5 ch-1 spaces)
Rows 2-5: Ch 4 (counts as dc and ch 1), turn. Skip the first ch-1 space, dc in the next dc. *Ch 1, skip the next ch-1 space, dc in the next dc; repeat from * across, working the last dc in the top of the turning chain. Repeat for 4 rows. Do not fasten off. (6 dc + 5 ch-1 spaces in each row)
Round 1 (edge): Ch 1, do not turn. (Sc, ch 2, sc) in the last dc made. Along the side, work 2 sc around each of the next 2 row ends, 1 sc around the middle row end, and 2 sc around each of the last 2 row ends (9 sc). (Sc, ch 2, sc) in the corner. Along the bottom, sc in each ch and space between the corners (9 sc). Repeat for the remaining side and top. Join with sl st to the first sc. (44 sc + 4 corner ch-2 spaces; 11 per side)

Heart Petals

Round 2 (loops): Sl st into the corner ch-2 space. *In the corner space work: sc, ch 6, sl st in the sc just made (corner tab). Sc in the next 5 stitches, ch 14, sl st in the last sc made (petal A). Sc in the next 2 stitches, ch 14, sl st in the last sc made (petal B). Sc in the next 4 stitches, ending at the next corner space; repeat from * 3 more times. Join with sl st to the first sc. (48 sc, 4 ch-6 tabs, 8 ch-14 petals)
Round 3 (cover, first motif): *Work 10 sc into the ch-6 corner tab. Sc in the next 5 sc, 22 sc into the petal A loop, sc in the next 2 sc, 22 sc into the petal B loop, sc in the next 4 sc; repeat from * 3 more times. Join with sl st to the first sc. (260 sc; 65 per side)
Round 4 (outline): Working loosely in BLO, sl st in each sc around. Join and fasten off. Weave in the ends. (260 sl st)

Join-As-You-Go

Joining method: On every motif after the first, work Round 3 as written, but join at each tip that touches a finished motif. For a petal: after the 11th sc in the loop, remove the hook, insert it through the 11th sc of the facing petal on the neighboring motif, pull the loop through, and continue. For a corner tab: join the same way after the 5th sc. (2 petal joins per shared side)
Row 1 (14 motifs): Make the first motif. Make 13 more, joining each one to the motif on its left. Its left petal A joins the neighbor's right petal B, its left petal B joins the neighbor's right petal A, and the two corner tabs on that side join the neighbor's matching tabs. (14 motifs)
Rows 2-16 (14 motifs each): Join each new motif to the motif above and, after the first motif of the row, also to the motif on its left. Where four motifs meet, join the corner tab into the joining point of the tabs already linked. (14 motifs per row; 224 total)

Abbreviations

This pattern is written in US terms. Your current view: US.

US	UK	Meaning
ch	ch	chain · how to
sl st	ss	slip stitch · how to
sc	dc	single crochet (UK double crochet) · how to
dc	tr	double crochet (UK treble) · how to
BLO	BLO	back loop only
st(s)	st(s)	stitch(es)

Assembly

1
Make and join 224 motifs in 16 rows of 14.
2
Work Round 4 on each motif if you have not already done so.
3
Weave in all ends.
4
Lay the bedspread flat on blocking mats and pin each petal into a smooth teardrop shape.
5
Lightly mist or steam the bedspread and let it dry completely before removing the pins.

Important notes

Tip: This is an original pattern inspired by the photo. Hidden details are interpreted from the image, and the pattern has not been physically test-crocheted.
Tip: Abbreviations (US terms): ch = chain, sc = single crochet, dc = double crochet, sl st = slip stitch, BLO = back loop only.
Tip: The ch 4 at the start of mesh rows counts as a dc and a ch-1 space. The ch 1 at the start of Round 1 does not count as a stitch.
Tip: Work the motif rounds with the right side facing; do not turn.
Tip: This is a heavy bedspread in worsted cotton. Support its weight when washing and blocking.

Pattern FAQ

How do the four-petal flowers form?

Each side of a motif has a pair of petals. When two motifs are joined side by side, their petals touch at the tips, and the two pairs together look like a four-petal flower.

Can I use thinner yarn?

Yes. With DK cotton and a 3.5 mm hook, each motif measures about 5 in, so you will need more motifs for the same size. The stitch counts stay the same.

My petals are twisting. How do I fix it?

Make sure each ch-14 loop is not twisted before you slip stitch it closed, and work the covering sc evenly all the way around. Blocking also helps the petals lie flat.

How should I wash it?

Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle in cool water, ideally in a large mesh laundry bag. Lay it flat to dry and reshape the petals while damp.