If you love crochet projects that combine texture and beauty, the Berry Stitch Blanket is the perfect choice for you. This stitch creates a lovely raised effect that resembles tiny berries scattered across your fabric, making it both fun to crochet and wonderful to look at. The Berry Stitch is ideal for blankets because it adds a soft, squishy texture while still being lightweight.
This pattern is beginner-friendly and works beautifully with color changes. For this version, we’ll use Soft Lilac (Color A), Cream (Color B), and Dusty Rose (Color C) to create a soothing and modern palette. You can, of course, personalize the blanket with your favorite shades whether you prefer bold brights, neutrals, or soft pastels.
Whether you’re making it as a baby gift, a cozy lap blanket, or just a decorative throw for your living room, the Berry Stitch Blanket is a project you’ll return to again and again. The best part? The stitch repeat is simple, so you can easily adjust the size of your blanket to suit your needs.
Materials
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Worsted weight yarn in three colors:
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Color A: Soft Lilac
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Color B: Cream
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Color C: Dusty Rose
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Crochet hook size H/8 (5 mm)
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Scissors
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Tapestry needle
Size
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Finished Size: 26 in x 28 in
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Gauge: 4 in = 12 stitches and 16 rows in pattern
Abbreviations (US Terms)
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SC (Single Crochet): Insert hook, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through two loops.
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Berry Stitch: YO, insert hook, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through first loop on hook. YO, insert hook in same space, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through all five loops on hook.
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DC (Double Crochet): YO, insert hook, YO, pull up a loop, YO, pull through two loops, YO, pull through two loops again.
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SL ST (Slip Stitch): Insert hook, YO, pull up a loop, and pull directly through loop on hook.
Pattern Instructions
Foundation Chain: With Color A, chain 100 (or any even number).
Row 1: Starting in the 2nd chain from the hook, SC across. CH 1, turn.
Row 2 (Berry Row): SC in first st. Berry Stitch in next st, SC in next st. Repeat from * to * across. CH 1, turn.
Row 3: SC in each stitch across. CH 1, turn.
Row 4: SC in first 2 sts. Berry Stitch in next st, SC in next st. Repeat until last 2 sts. End with 1 SC in each of last 2 sts. CH 1, turn.
Row 5: SC in each stitch across. CH 1, turn.
Repeat Rows 2–5 until blanket measures 27–28 inches (or desired length). To finish evenly, end on Rows 2 and 3.
Color Changes:
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Rows 1–10: Color A (Soft Lilac)
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Rows 11–20: Color B (Cream)
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Rows 21–30: Color C (Dusty Rose)
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Repeat sequence until desired length.
Notes
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The Berry side is the textured front. When working Berry Stitch rows, the berries face away from you; when working SC rows, the berries face toward you.
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Always check your stitches at the start of Berry Stitch rows to keep the berries offset.
Border
Round 1: With Color B and textured side facing, SC evenly around the blanket, working 1 SC per stitch along edges and 3 SC in each corner.
Round 2: At starting corner, SL ST to join. Work 5 DC in next stitch, SL ST in next, skip 1 st, SL ST in next. Repeat around. No special adjustments are needed for corners.
Join with a SL ST to the first corner, fasten off, and weave in all ends.
The Crochet Berry Stitch Blanket is not only a joy to make but also a delight to gift or use in your own home. The puffed berries add incredible dimension, while the alternating rows of single crochet keep the fabric balanced. The addition of a scalloped border gives it a polished, decorative finish.
Try experimenting with different yarn types cotton for a lighter summer throw, or bulky yarn for a warmer, chunky blanket. With its versatility and charm, this blanket is sure to become a staple in your crochet projects.
