Skill Level: Easy/Beginner
Project Type: Edging for blankets, shawls, cardigans, or scarves
Technique: Worked in rows or in-the-round depending on the base piece
Materials
- Yarn: Scheepjes Stone Washed (DK weight)
- Hook Size: 3.5 mm crochet hook
- Notions: Yarn needle, scissors
- Yarn Quantity: Approximately 50g of yarn for edging a small blanket or scarf (adjust as needed for larger pieces)
Measurements
The ruffled edge will add approximately 1.5-2 inches (4-5 cm) of width to the edge of your project.
Stitches Used (US Terms)
- ch – chain
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
Pattern Notes
- The ruffle is created by working multiple stitches into one stitch or space, which causes the fabric to frill naturally.
- This edge can be added after completing any main crochet piece.
- If working in the round (e.g., around a blanket), do not join after each row unless specified use a stitch marker if needed.
Stitching Instructions for Making the Easy Ruffled Edge Pattern:
Row or Round 1: Base Row
Attach yarn to the edge with a slip stitch.
- Ch 1, sc evenly around the edge (or across one side), spacing your stitches so the edge lies flat (not too tight or too loose).
- Tip: Work 3 sc in each corner (if working in the round).
- Join with a sl st to first sc if working in the round, or turn if working in rows.
Row or Round 2: Build Ruffles
- Ch 3 (counts as dc), work 2 dc in each sc across the edge.
- You should now see the fabric beginning to ruffle due to the stitch increase.
- Join with sl st to the top of beginning ch-3 if in the round, or turn if in rows.
Row or Round 3: Enhance Ruffles (optional)
- Ch 3, work 2 dc in each dc across.
- This will intensify the ruffle effect.
- Join with sl st or finish off here if you don’t want further volume.
Finishing Instructions
- Fasten off and weave in ends using a yarn needle.
- Block lightly if desired to shape the ruffles and smooth the edges.
Tips for Customization
- Use a contrast color for the ruffle to make it pop.
- Use treble crochet (tr) instead of dc for an even looser, flowier edge.
- For a scalloped ruffle, alternate stitch heights (e.g., sc, dc, tr, dc, sc into one stitch).
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