Crochet Striped Bedspread with Matching Pillows – Free Pattern
Transform your bedroom into a cozy, elegant retreat with this beautiful crochet striped bedspread and matching pillow set. Featuring soft dusty rose, warm cream, mocha brown, and taupe stripes, this handmade bedding design combines rich crochet textures with a timeless, romantic color palette.
The bedspread features alternating bands of raised stitches, delicate openwork, and textured clusters, finished with a beautiful scalloped border. Coordinating crochet pillow covers complete the look, creating a luxurious handmade bedroom set.
This free crochet pattern shows you how to create a striped bedspread inspired by the pictured design, including the textured stitch combinations, color arrangement, decorative edging, and matching pillow covers.
Design Note: This is an original crochet interpretation of the reference image. The exact stitch construction of the photographed bedspread cannot be determined from the image alone.
Pattern Information
- Skill Level: Intermediate
- Finished Bedspread Size: Approximately 220 × 240 cm (87 × 94 inches)
- Pillow Cover Size: Approximately 45 × 45 cm (18 × 18 inches)
- Yarn Weight: Worsted-weight yarn (Category 4)
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H/8)
- Terminology: US crochet terms
- Construction: One-piece striped bedspread worked in rows, with separate pillow covers
- Estimated Time: 45–65 hours for the bedspread, depending on experience
Materials Needed
- Approximately 1,600 g cream or ivory worsted-weight yarn
- Approximately 900 g dusty rose yarn
- Approximately 800 g mocha brown yarn
- Approximately 700 g warm taupe yarn
- Additional matching yarn for pillow covers
- 5 mm crochet hook
- 4.5 mm crochet hook for edging, if needed
- Yarn needle
- Stitch markers
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- Three pillow inserts
- Optional buttons or zipper closures for pillow covers
Yarn Note: Yarn quantities are estimates. The exact amount depends on your gauge, chosen yarn, stitch texture, and finished dimensions. Buy extra yarn from the same dye lot when possible.
Crochet Abbreviations
- ch: Chain
- sc: Single crochet
- hdc: Half double crochet
- dc: Double crochet
- tr: Treble crochet
- sl st: Slip stitch
- st: Stitch
- sp: Space
- sk: Skip
- FPdc: Front post double crochet
- BPdc: Back post double crochet
- FO: Fasten off
Part 1: Plan Your Bedspread
The design is created using horizontal stripes in four coordinated colors.
The repeating color palette is:
- Cream
- Dusty rose
- Mocha brown
- Warm taupe
For a harmonious appearance, use cream as the dominant color and alternate the other shades throughout the blanket.
The pattern combines several crochet textures to recreate the rich, layered look of the reference.
Part 2: Make a Gauge Swatch
Using your 5 mm hook and worsted-weight yarn, make a test swatch measuring approximately 15 × 15 cm.
Work several rows of double crochet and textured stitches.
Wash and dry the swatch according to the yarn label.
Measure the central 10 cm section.
For this pattern, the target gauge is approximately:
- 14 double crochet stitches = 10 cm
- 8 double crochet rows = 10 cm
If your swatch is too small, try a larger hook.
If your swatch is too large, try a smaller hook.
Part 3: Crochet the Foundation
Using cream yarn and a 5 mm hook:
Step 1
Ch 307.
Step 2
Dc in the fourth chain from the hook.
Step 3
Dc in each remaining chain across.
You should have 305 double crochet stitches, counting the turning chain as one stitch.
Step 4
Ch 3 and turn.
Continue with the first textured stripe section.
Size Adjustment: Change the starting chain count based on your measured gauge and desired width. Keep an even number of working stitches for the stitch patterns below.
Part 4: Crochet the Cream Textured Stripe
The first section creates a soft raised texture.
Row 1
Dc in each stitch across.
Row 2
Ch 3 and turn.
Work alternating FPdc and BPdc across the row.
Row 3
Ch 3 and turn.
Work FPdc around the front posts and BPdc around the back posts to maintain the raised ribbing.
Row 4
Repeat Row 3.
Row 5
Dc in each stitch across.
FO the cream yarn and join dusty rose.
Part 5: Crochet the Dusty Rose Cluster Stripe
This section adds a decorative, softly raised texture.
Row 1
Ch 3 and turn.
Dc in each stitch across.
Row 2
Ch 3 and turn.
Work a cluster stitch in every second stitch, placing a chain between clusters.
Cluster Stitch Instructions
Yarn over, insert hook into the indicated stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop.
Yarn over and pull through two loops.
Repeat twice more in the same stitch.
Yarn over and pull through all remaining loops.
Row 3
Ch 3 and turn.
Work dc stitches evenly across the row, maintaining the original stitch count.
Row 4
Repeat the cluster pattern.
Row 5
Dc across.
FO and join mocha brown.
Part 6: Crochet the Mocha Brown Raised Stripe
The mocha brown stripe adds depth and contrast.
Row 1
Ch 3 and turn.
Dc in each stitch across.
Row 2
Ch 3 and turn.
Alternate FPdc and BPdc across the row.
Row 3
Repeat the textured post-stitch pattern.
Row 4
Dc across.
Row 5
Repeat the post-stitch texture.
FO and join taupe yarn.
Part 7: Crochet the Taupe Openwork Stripe
The taupe section introduces a lighter openwork texture.
Row 1
Ch 3 and turn.
Dc in each stitch across.
Row 2
Ch 4 and turn.
Skip the next stitch and dc in the following stitch.
Repeat (ch 1, skip 1 stitch, dc in next stitch) across.
Row 3
Ch 3 and turn.
Work dc stitches into the chain spaces and existing stitches to restore a solid row.
Row 4
Dc across.
Row 5
Repeat the openwork pattern.
FO and join cream yarn.
Part 8: Create the Repeating Stripe Pattern
Repeat the four main textured stripe sections until the bedspread reaches your desired length.
For a balanced appearance, use the following color sequence:
- Cream textured stripe
- Dusty rose cluster stripe
- Mocha brown raised stripe
- Cream openwork stripe
- Warm taupe textured stripe
- Cream cluster stripe
- Dusty rose raised stripe
- Mocha brown openwork stripe
Repeat the sequence as needed.
Continue until the bedspread measures approximately 235 cm before adding the final border.
Keep your stitch count consistent to maintain straight edges.
Part 9: Add Decorative Cream Divider Rows
The reference design features delicate light-colored lines separating the textured sections.
To recreate this appearance, add a narrow cream divider between selected stripes.
Divider Row 1
Join cream yarn.
Ch 1 and sc across.
Divider Row 2
Ch 2 and turn.
Hdc in each stitch across.
FO and continue with the next stripe color.
These narrow divider rows help the colors stand out and give the bedspread a more refined appearance.
Part 10: Crochet the Scalloped Border
The scalloped edging is one of the most charming details of this bedspread.
Using cream yarn and a 4.5 mm hook:
Round 1
Join yarn at any corner.
Sc evenly around the entire bedspread.
Work 3 sc into each corner.
Join with a sl st.
Round 2
Ch 1.
Sc in each stitch around, maintaining the corner increases.
Join with a sl st.
Round 3: Shell Edging
Skip 2 stitches.
Work 5 dc into the next stitch.
Skip 2 stitches.
Sl st into the next stitch.
Repeat around the border, adjusting spacing near the corners so the shells lie flat.
Join and FO.
Optional Dusty Rose Trim
Using dusty rose yarn, work a final round of slip stitches around the outer edge of the scallops.
This creates a subtle contrast and ties the border into the overall color palette.
Part 11: Crochet the Matching Pillow Covers
The coordinating pillows make the bedspread look like a complete luxury bedding set.
Make two large square pillow covers and one smaller rectangular accent pillow.
Large Pillow Cover – Front Panel
Using cream yarn:
Ch 67.
Dc in the fourth chain from the hook and across.
Continue working rows of alternating colors and textures.
Use the same stripe sequence as the bedspread:
- Cream textured stitches
- Dusty rose clusters
- Mocha brown raised stitches
- Taupe openwork
Continue until the panel measures approximately 45 × 45 cm.
Adjust the number of rows according to your gauge.
Large Pillow Cover – Back Panel
Using cream yarn:
Ch 67.
Dc in the fourth chain from the hook and across.
Continue working plain double crochet rows until the panel matches the front.
FO and weave in the ends.
Join the Pillow Panels
Place the front and back panels together with the wrong sides facing.
Join yarn at one corner.
Sc through both layers around three sides.
Insert the pillow form.
Close the final side with sc stitches.
FO and weave in the ends.
For removable covers, add a button or zipper closure instead of permanently closing the final edge.
Part 12: Crochet the Rectangular Accent Pillow
The smaller center pillow adds another layer of texture.
Recommended finished size: 30 × 50 cm.
Step 1
Using cream yarn, make a foundation chain matching your desired width.
Step 2
Work rows of double crochet until you have a solid cream base.
Step 3
Add narrow stripes of dusty rose, mocha, and taupe.
Step 4
Alternate raised post stitches and openwork sections.
Step 5
Continue until the panel measures approximately 30 × 50 cm.
Step 6
Make a matching back panel.
Step 7
Join the panels around the edges.
Step 8
Insert the pillow form and close securely.
Part 13: Block the Bedspread
Blocking helps the bedspread lie flat and gives the stitches a more even appearance.
Step 1
Lay the bedspread on a large clean surface.
Step 2
Gently smooth the fabric into its intended shape.
Step 3
Measure the width and length.
Step 4
Lightly mist the fabric with water if appropriate for your yarn.
Step 5
Use rustproof pins to straighten the edges and shape the scallops.
Step 6
Allow the bedspread to dry completely.
Always follow the care recommendations for your chosen yarn.
Creative Color Variations
Romantic Blush
Dusty rose, ivory, mauve, and soft beige.
Modern Neutral
Cream, taupe, camel, and chocolate brown.
Coastal Blue
Ivory, dusty blue, slate blue, and navy.
Autumn Cottage
Warm cream, terracotta, mustard, and olive green.
Vintage Rose
Antique pink, burgundy, ivory, and muted brown.
Elegant Sage
Sage green, cream, eucalyptus, and warm taupe.
Minimalist Black and White
White, charcoal, light gray, and black.
Helpful Crochet Tips
- Make a gauge swatch before starting a large bedspread.
- Choose soft, washable yarn suitable for bedding.
- Keep the same yarn weight throughout the project.
- Use stitch markers to maintain straight edges.
- Count your stitches regularly.
- Change colors at the end of a row for cleaner stripes.
- Weave in yarn ends securely after each color section.
- Keep the cream stripes slightly wider for a balanced design.
- Use a consistent hook size for the main fabric.
- Check the bedspread dimensions periodically.
- Avoid overly tight stitches that make the fabric stiff.
- Use matching yarn for the pillow covers.
- Make the scalloped border after completing the main fabric.
- Block the finished pieces for a professional appearance.
- Store extra yarn for future repairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this crochet bedspread suitable for beginners?
This project is best suited for intermediate crocheters because it combines several stitch textures and requires consistent tension across a large fabric.
Can I make the bedspread for a king-size bed?
Yes. Increase the foundation chain and continue the stripe pattern until the desired dimensions are reached.
Can I make a smaller version?
Absolutely. Reduce the foundation chain for a single bed, toddler bed, or decorative throw.
What yarn is best for this bedspread?
Soft, washable acrylic, cotton blends, or easy-care wool blends are excellent options.
Can I use chunky yarn?
Yes, but chunky yarn will create a heavier bedspread with larger stitches. Adjust your hook size and foundation chain accordingly.
Do I have to use four colors?
No. You can create a beautiful version using only two or three colors.
Can I use the same stitch throughout?
Yes. A simple repetitive textured stitch with color changes is an excellent alternative for a more beginner-friendly project.
How many matching pillows should I make?
Two large square pillows and one smaller rectangular pillow create a balanced arrangement similar to the reference.
Can I machine wash the finished bedspread?
That depends on the yarn. If the yarn label allows machine washing, use a gentle cycle and follow the manufacturer’s care instructions.
Can I sell finished bedspreads made from this pattern?
Yes. You may sell handmade items created using this pattern. Credit to the pattern designer is appreciated.
Care Instructions
- Follow the care instructions on the yarn label.
- Wash gently using cool water.
- Use mild detergent.
- Avoid harsh bleach.
- Do not wring the fabric aggressively.
- Reshape the bedspread while damp.
- Dry flat whenever possible.
- Avoid excessive heat.
- Store in a clean, dry place.
- Fold loosely to preserve the stitch texture.
- Repair loose stitches promptly.
Final Thoughts
This crochet striped bedspread with matching pillows is a beautiful combination of comfort, texture, and timeless handmade style. The soft dusty rose, cream, taupe, and mocha stripes create a warm, elegant atmosphere, while the raised stitches and delicate scalloped edging add a luxurious finishing touch.
Whether you’re refreshing your bedroom, creating a thoughtful handmade wedding gift, or making a cozy heirloom for your home, this crochet bedding set is a rewarding project that brings warmth and personality to any space.
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