- Skill Level: Easy
- Finished Measurements: Adds approximately 1.5 inches to each side of your finished blanket (adjustable)
- Yarn: Scheepjes Stone Washed (DK weight)
- Yarn Amount: Approx. 150-250 yards for a throw-size blanket (adjust based on blanket size and border width)
- Hook: 3.5mm crochet hook
- Gauge: Not crucial for border
Stitches Used:
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- hdc – half double crochet
- camel hdc – half double crochet worked in the third loop (behind the “V” of the stitch)
Pattern Notes:
- The camel stitch creates a beautiful knit-like ridge and is worked in the third loop of the hdc, found just behind the top “V” of the stitch when viewed from the front.
- This border is worked in the round, and you’ll turn your work after each round to keep the ridges even on both sides.
- Be sure to work evenly along the blanket’s sides to avoid puckering or stretching.
Stitching Instructions for Making the Camel Stitch Blanket Border Pattern:
Round 1:
- Attach Scheepjes Stone Washed yarn with a sl st in any corner. ch 1, sc evenly around the entire edge of the blanket, placing 3 sc in each corner stitch. Sl st to the first sc to join. Turn.
Round 2:
- ch 1, hdc in each stitch around, placing [hdc, ch 1, hdc] in each corner stitch. Sl st to the first hdc to join. Turn.
Round 3 (Camel Stitch Begins):
- ch 1, camel hdc in each stitch around (insert your hook into the third loop behind the stitch instead of the top two loops), placing [camel hdc, ch 1, camel hdc] in each corner ch-1 space. Sl st to join. Turn.
Repeat Round 3
- until your border is your desired width – 3 to 6 rounds is usually perfect.
Optional Final Round:
- ch 1, sc in each stitch around for a clean finish, placing [sc, ch 1, sc] in each corner. Sl st to join. Fasten off.
Finishing:
- Cut yarn, leaving a tail of a few inches.
- Use a yarn needle to weave in all ends securely.
- Gently block the border (wet or steam block) if desired for perfect drape and shape.
Tips & Customization
- For extra texture, alternate one round of regular hdc with camel stitch rounds.
- Use contrasting yarn color for a striking pop along the edge.
- For a daintier finish, try adding a picot edge or shell stitch in the final round.
Enjoy adding this beautiful Clusters and Puffs Dot Border to your crochet project! This design adds a delicate, textured edge and is perfect for blankets, shawls, scarves, and more.
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