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About This Pink Rose Square Bedspread
A bed of soft pink roses on cream. Each square holds a raised, layered rose that shades from deep rose at the outer petals to pale pink at the centre, set in a cream openwork square with a scalloped lace edge. Pure romance, square by square.
About this design
Each rose is a multi-layer bloom worked in the round and lifted on post stitches, ombré-shaded by changing pink tones each petal layer, then surrounded by a cream openwork ground and a scalloped lace frame for joining. A deep scalloped lace border drapes the finished edge.
Pro tips for a flawless finish
Shade the rose by going from the darkest pink on the big outer petals to the palest at the centre — wind the three pinks into separate bobbins so you’re not re-joining constantly. Keep outer petals loose and large, inner petals tight and small, so the rose cups. Block squares exactly.
Blocking & finishing
Block squares to 18 cm, pinning the scalloped edge points; pin around the rose so it keeps its cupped dimension rather than flattening.
How to style it at home
Cream + pink over a beige tufted bed with pink roses on the nightstand and a blush lumbar — the romantic photo. Beautiful for a girl’s room or a soft main bedroom.
Ready to make it?
The full written pattern — materials, round-by-round instructions, abbreviations, FAQ and troubleshooting — is all right here on this page, 100% free. This is an advanced make, so take it one motif at a time, block as you go, and enjoy the process. When you finish you will have an heirloom-quality piece that looks like it came from a boutique.
Starting rounds — magic ring and first increases
Why You'll Love This Pattern 💛
A whole bed of roses that never wilt — the cupped, shaded blooms look almost real, and each square is a small, rewarding make.
Shaping with increases — building the body
Switch Things Up 🎨
Red roses for drama, peach or lavender for a softer palette.
Colour variations — personalise your make
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them 🔧
Worked all layers in the same plane. Each petal layer must be worked BEHIND the previous into the earlier round's posts.
Join new pink at a petal base and weave the tail into the petal; use bobbins to avoid long floats.
Add corner groups at exactly 4 points in rounds 9–10 and block to size.
Keep the sc base round even and don't skip too many between shells; add a fan at each corner.
Assembly stage — pinning pieces before sewing
Materials Needed for Pink Rose Square Bedspread
🪝Tools & Notions
Cream (ground + border), approx 950–1150 g
Deep rose pink, approx 250 g
Medium pink, approx 200 g
Pale pink, approx 150 g
— Gauge:
one square ≈ 18 cm
— Finished Size:
Queen ~ 230 x 250 cm
— Yarn Weight:
DK cotton (cream + pink ombré)
— Hook:
3.5 mm (US E/4)
— Terms:
US Crochet Terminology
— Cost:
FREE ✓
Crochet Abbreviations
Pink Rose Square Bedspread — Full Pattern
🧶Pattern
Assembly & Finishing Tips
💡 Weaving in ends
Use a tapestry needle to weave each tail back and forth through at least 5–6 stitches in different directions. A tiny dot of washable glue on the final stitch before trimming adds extra security for toys used by children.
💡 Sewing pieces together
Pin each piece firmly to the body before sewing. Use mattress stitch for the most invisible join — insert the needle under the same yarn bar on alternating pieces and pull firmly. Knot securely at start and end, weave both tails deep into the body.
💡 Positioning safety eyes
Take time here — eye spacing determines the character's entire personality. Closer eyes look more intense; further apart looks more friendly and playful. Pin both positions and step back before snapping the backs on permanently. Once snapped, eyes cannot be moved without damaging the fabric.
💡 Blocking
Not required for amigurumi, but lightly steam-blocking any warped pieces will relax the fibres. Hold a steam iron a few centimetres away — never let it touch the stuffing or safety eyes directly.
💡 Care instructions
Handwash in cool water with mild detergent, press gently to remove excess water, lay flat to dry. Many acrylic yarns are machine washable on a gentle cycle in a laundry bag — always check your yarn label.
⚠️ Important Notes
- Use stitch markers at the start of every round — don't rely on memory to count.
- Work with consistent tension throughout. Gauge swatch before starting if in doubt.
- Fasten off leaving long tails for sewing — at least 30cm for each piece you'll need to attach.
- Pin and check positioning of all pieces before sewing any of them permanently.
Beginner's Guide to Amigurumi 🌱
Amigurumi (Japanese: ami = knitted/crocheted + nuigurumi = stuffed toy) is the craft of making small crocheted characters. You start with a magic ring, work in continuous spiral rounds of single crochet, and shape the piece through increases and decreases — no seams, no joins, no turning.
The magic ring creates a closable centre with no hole. Wrap yarn around two fingers, insert the hook, yarn over and pull through. Work your first round into this ring, then pull the tail to close tight. Practise a few times — it becomes effortless quickly.
The invisible decrease — insert your hook through the front loop only of the first stitch, then the front loop only of the second stitch. Yarn over, pull through both loops, then yarn over again and pull through the remaining two. Working through front loops only makes the decrease blend into the fabric instead of leaving a bump.
Tension matters most. Amigurumi needs tight, firm tension so stuffing can't show through. If you can see white fiberfill peeking between your stitches, go down one hook size. The fabric should feel dense and firm — like a tightly woven canvas, not a loose net.
The finished Pink Rose Square Bedspread — ready to gift or display
You Ask, We Answer ❓
Three pinks: pale at the centre petals, medium in the middle, deep rose on the big outer petals. Use bobbins to switch cleanly.
Make inner petals small/tight and outer petals large/loose, each layer worked behind the last so it lifts and cups.
Lovely in a single pink too; you lose the ombré but keep the raised rose.
~24–30 squares + border.
Finished items yes, with credit. No pattern resale/redistribution.
