Gorgeous Crochet Table and Bedspread Motif Tutorial

Welcome, crochet enthusiasts! Today, we’ll delve into the world of beautiful motifs, specifically crafting one that will enhance your table or bedspread. This pattern is beginner-friendly, yet yields an impressive result, perfect for adding a touch of elegance and personalization to your home decor.

Materials:

Crochet hook (size suitable for your chosen yarn weight)
Yarn in your desired color(s) (sport or worsted weight recommended)
Tapestry needle (optional, for weaving in ends)
Scissors

Gauge:

Exact gauge isn’t crucial for motifs, but working consistently throughout will ensure even squares. Measure your motif after each round to track progress.

Stitches Used:

Chain (ch)
Single crochet (sc)
Double crochet (dc)
Triple crochet (tr)
Slip stitch (sl st)
Increase (inc): 2 dc in one stitch

Motif Construction:

Start with a magic ring: Make a magic ring with your chosen yarn and hook.
Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 11 dc in the ring, sl st to join (12 dc).
Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc in each dc around, sl st to join (24 dc).
Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat around, sl st to join (36 dc).
Round 4: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), tr, 2 dc, tr in next dc, repeat around, sl st to join (48 sts).
Round 5: Ch 3 (counts as first tr), 2 tr, 2 dc in next dc, 2 tr, repeat around, sl st to join (60 sts).
Round 6: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc, 2 dc in next dc, 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc, repeat around, sl st to join (72 sts).
Round 7: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, dc in next dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, dc, repeat around, sl st to join (84 sts).
Round 8: Ch 3 (counts as first tr), tr, dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc, tr, repeat around, sl st to join (96 sts).
Round 9: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, dc, repeat around, sl st to join (108 sts).
Round 10: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, inc in next dc, 2 dc in next dc, inc in next dc, 2 dc, repeat around, sl st to join (120 sts).
Round 11: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in next 3 dc, inc in next dc, dc in next 5 dc, inc in next dc, dc in next 3 dc, repeat around, sl st to join (132 sts).
Round 12: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), 2 dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, 4 dc in next dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc, repeat around, sl st to join (144 sts).
Round 13: Ch 3 (counts as first tr), tr, dc in next 2 dc, 3 tr in next dc, dc in next 2 dc, tr, repeat around, sl st to join (156 sts).
Round 14: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, 6 dc in next dc, 2 dc in next 2 dc, dc in next 3 dc, repeat around, sl st to join (168 sts).
Round 15 (Border round): Ch 1, work sc around all 168 stitches, sl st to join. Fasten off, weave in ends.