Looking for that perfect crochet border? Look no further!! Here are 25 of the best crochet borders out there.
I know, I know, you’ve just finished a massive blanket pattern (or other large project) and you’re wondering, “Do I really need to add a border?”
I say, absolutely yes, and here’s why. Not only does a border add polish, but it also helps hide rough edges or lost stitches. A not quite square or rectangular blanket isn’t nearly as noticeable with an eye-catching border and you don’t have to worry about frogging your project and trying to figure out where you dropped a stitch.
There are so many different amazing borders to choose from. Each one has a different personality and adds a different effect.
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Tips for Perfect Crochet Borders
It’s best to work a round of single crochet as your border first, even if the pattern doesn’t call for it. This is especially helpful if you are working a different color border from the body.
This helps even out the edges and it really looks a lot neater. So, work that round of single crochet before moving on.
If the border itself is ruffling, you have too many stitches for the border. Go back, take it out (I know, I know!) and use less stitches.
If the blanket body (not the border) is pulling in or ruffling, you have too few stitches for the border. Again, take it out and then use more stitches.
For more tips and tricks, see the video above or my post linked at the end.
25 Crochet Borders and Edgings to Add that Finishing Touch
1. Pumpkin Patch Edging
Everyone’s favorite fall fruit features in this fun crochet edging pattern (it’s kinda weird but technically pumpkins aren’t vegetables). You can use this border for fall throws, table runners, and for babies expected in October or November! You will use single, double and treble crochet stitches.
Designer: Fiber Flux Blog
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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2. Windows Border
This deceptively simple border will give your project a finished look with a geometric twist. You will be using single, double and treble crochet stitches with some stitches being worked in the back loops only or around the post. There are only two rows and the no-frills design is perfect for projects like unisex baby blankets and crochet throws for men.
Designer: Moogly Blog
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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3. Zig Zag Border
An eclectic zig zag border is a great addition to a crochet stitch sampler throw or tribal inspired project. Post stitches and spike stitches make this border a little more complicated than some of the other ones on this list but I think the results are worth it!
Designer: LillaBjorn’s Crochet World
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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4. Spades Stitch Border
A row of striking spades makes a bold statement border using double and treble crochet stitches. Now I really want to make a blanket inspired by Alice in Wonderland. This border only takes one trip around your project so it might go faster than you think!
Designer: Lyza Hats Crochet
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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5. Flower Border Edging
If you know how to chain stitch, slip stitch, and double crochet then you can make this border! Dainty flowers add a whimsical finishing touch to baby blankets for girls or a light spring shawl. This border is another quickie with only one row.
Designer: Naztazia
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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6. Puff Edge
Puff stitches add interest to a plain blanket with dimension. There’s both a video and written instructions to help walk you through doing the half double crochets and half double crochet decreases.
Designer: Daisy Farm Crafts
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7. Easy Ribbed Border
You don’t want the border to steal the show. This simple crochet border is made with one round of double crochet stitches and one round of alternating front and back post double crochet stitches.
Designer: The Unraveled Mitten
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8. Reverse Single Crochet Shell
You’d never guess that this pretty shell border is made using just single and double crochet stitches. I love the depth that this border adds. It’s shown here on a corner to corner blanket, but it can be made on any length of crochet that has a multiple of 3.
Designer: Heart Hook Home
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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9. Granny Edging
There’s no such thing as too much granny stitch. Finish off your granny square masterpiece with a granny stitch edging for a seamless transition. It’s simple but effective and it only uses double crochet and chain stitches.
Designer: Petals to Picots
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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10. Circle Edging
You can get this unique circle look with single crochet, double crochet, and slip stitches. I love how different and fun this design is and I think it would make a great addition to a blanket for a baby boy.
Designer: Yarn Crazy Girl Patterns
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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11. Crab Stitch Edging
Single crochet stitches are so last year. Try this cute crochet edging using crab stitches. It takes a bit of getting used to, but it’s basically just single crochet stitches worked from left to right instead of the usual right to left.
Designer: Lullaby Lodge
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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12. Ole Ole Edging
Read the crochet chart for this design to unlock the secrets of this fabulous fan edging. This pattern reminds me of the traditional pueblo dresses the women sometimes wear in Mexico. Here’s a handy link if you need to know how to read a chart.
Designer: Le monde de Sucrette
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13. Tulip Stitch Edging
Pretty tulips all in a row are the perfect addition to a blanket for a baby girl or for a gardening enthusiast, or anyone really. I mean, who doesn’t love flowers? Green double crochet v-stitches are topped with a pink dc5tog to create this flower effect.
Designer: Crochet Beja
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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14. Ruffle Edge
I don’t want to ruffle any feathers, but I think this ruffle edge is extra adorable! Multiple double crochet stitches in each stitch causes your work to bend up and down in a pretty and pleasing way.
Designer: Inner Child Crochet
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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15. Mini Heart Border
This designer needed to add a handmade touch to a burp cloth for a newborn baby. What could be a sweeter sentiment than delicate hearts all in a line? Add the hearts onto a single crochet foundation using single and double crochet stitches.
Designer: Baking Outside the Box
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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16. Meet Me on the Corner
Shell and spike stitches make a striking combination in this intricate border design. I love the use of different colors here to make each section really shine! You can use this border for both square and rectangular projects.
Designer: Christine Bateman
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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17. Alpine Stitch Border
Use a quick single crochet border to make sure each side of your project has an odd number of stitches (adjust as needed). Then you’re ready to make this textured alpine stitch border. It looks great both multicolored and monochrome – you decide!
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
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18. Iris Stitch Edging
You can make this lovely lace border using double crochet v-stitches. This pretty edging is a great example of a border that looks amazing without detracting from the beauty of the blanket! This border is also nice and wide just in case your blanket turned out a bit smaller than you thought it would.
Designer: Lullaby Lodge
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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19. Camel Stitch Border
There’s a video and a written pattern to help you make this simple camel stitch border. You don’t have to worry about stitch count for this one and you can decide how many rows to add to get a thinner or wider border.
Designer: Winding Road Crochet
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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20. Vintage Fan Crochet Edging
This designer wanted to put a vintage spin on a cross-stitch pillowcase. The first round is single crochet, the second round is similar to filet crochet with double crochet and chain stitches, and the last round adds picot and shell stitches for the ultimate pizzazz!
Designer: The Purple Poncho
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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21. Candy Cane Border
Do you have any Christmas projects on your hook yet? It will be here before you know it! This fun candy cane border uses single crochet and chain stitches in alternating colors to get this fabulous and festive effect.
Designer: Repeat Crafter Me
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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22. Spike Stitch Edging
A single crochet stitch makes a big impact when you work it into the stitch a few rows down. Space these little spike stitches out evenly and you’ve got yourself an easy and eye-catching border.
Designer: Fiber Flux Blog
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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23. Picot Stitch Border
Dainty picot stitches add a pretty flair to blankets, headbands, and sweaters! It’s pictured here on a nursing cover. Get in touch with your feminine side by making these picot stitches with chain stitches and slip stitches.
Designer: Heart Hook Home
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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24. Moss Stitch Border
Alternating single crochet and chain stitches makes a lovely border that’s both easy and visually interesting. Make as many rounds as you’d like for the border width of your choice. Don’t underestimate the power of a simple and pretty border.
Designer: Every Trick on the Hook
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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25. Treble Scallop Edging
Time to amp up the volume! You can make this dramatic scalloped border in two rounds. The first round is single crochet and chain stitches. Treble and slip stitches form this stitch’s signature fans in the second round.
Designer: Cypress Textiles
Click here for the free crochet pattern!
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Bonus! Tips and Tricks for Perfect Crochet Borders
If you’re struggling to get your borders to turn out as well as you’d like make sure you check out my blog post full of helpful tips for perfect crochet borders:
Tips and Tricks for Perfect Crochet Borders Every Time
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So, which free crochet border pattern do you think would look the best on your project? I would love to hear your ideas and see your finished projects in the comments below. Life’s too short not to recognize all your accomplishments, big and small. Let’s celebrate!
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Thanks for checking out all these amazing crochet borders – happy crocheting!
Amanda
Kathy Mackay
Lovely varied borders what stitch have you used to make the first example of your borders. It looks so pretty.
Jessica-Jean
These crocheted borders work equally well on knitted items.
Thank you for collecting them in one place.
amanda
That is so true! I love when knitting has a nice crochet border 🙂