Crochet Pineapple Pattern π I explained this wonderful pattern in a very simple way
This pineapple pattern looks very elegant and professional, but it is actually made with simple stitches repeated in a calm order.
Perfect for shawls, runners, blouses, scarves, tablecloths, and lace panels.
Please read once fully before starting πΈ
π§Ά MATERIALS (BEGINNER-FRIENDLY)
Choose light yarn so you can see stitches clearly.
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Yarn:
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Sport (No.2) or DK (No.3)
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Cotton or cotton blend is best for pineapple lace
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Hook: 3.0 – 4.0 mm (match yarn label)
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Scissors
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Yarn needle
π CROCHET ABBREVIATIONS (US TERMS)
Please keep this list near you:
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ch = chain
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sl st = slip stitch
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sc = single crochet
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dc = double crochet
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sp = space
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ch-sp = chain space
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rep = repeat
π VERY IMPORTANT NOTES FOR BEGINNERS
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Pineapple patterns are made with chains and dc only
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The shape grows gradually, do not rush
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Count chain spaces, not stitches
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If fabric curls → use bigger hook
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If fabric waves → use smaller hook
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This pattern repeats row by row
π FOUNDATION CHAIN
Chain a multiple of 6 + 1
Examples
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Small sample: ch 31
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Runner: ch 181
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Shawl panel: ch according to width
π ROW 1 – BASE SETUP ROW
This row prepares spaces for pineapples.
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Dc in 4th chain from hook
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Ch 2, skip 2 chains, dc in next chain
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Repeat * to * across
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End with dc in last chain
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Ch 3, turn
✅ You have dc posts separated by chain-2 spaces
π ROW 2 – START OF PINEAPPLE FRAME
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Dc in first dc
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Ch 2, dc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Ch 3, turn
π This row keeps spacing neat and even
π ROW 3 – BEGIN PINEAPPLE SHAPE
Now the pineapple shape begins forming.
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Dc in first dc
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Ch 3
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Skip next dc, dc in next dc
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Ch 3, skip 1 dc, dc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Ch 3, turn
✅ Larger chain spaces start shaping pineapple sides
π ROW 4 – GROWING THE PINEAPPLE
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Dc in first dc
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Ch 4
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Skip next dc, dc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Ch 3, turn
πΈ Pineapple body is becoming visible
π ROW 5 – WIDEST PART OF PINEAPPLE
This is the largest opening.
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Dc in first dc
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Ch 5
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Skip next dc, dc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Ch 3, turn
✅ Pineapple is now at its fullest width
π ROW 6 – START CLOSING THE PINEAPPLE
Now we slowly close the shape.
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Dc in first dc
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Ch 4
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Skip next dc, dc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Ch 3, turn
π ROW 7 – CLOSING MORE
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Dc in first dc
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Ch 3
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Skip next dc, dc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Ch 3, turn
π ROW 8 – FINISH THE PINEAPPLE
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Dc in first dc
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Ch 2
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Skip next dc, dc in next dc
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Repeat across
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Ch 3, turn
✅ One full pineapple motif is complete π
π PATTERN REPEAT
To continue the design:
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Repeat Rows 3 to 8
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Each repeat creates new pineapples
πΏ OPTIONAL EDGE (BEGINNER SAFE)
Simple Clean Edge
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Sc evenly around
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Corners: (sc, ch 2, sc)
Decorative Picot Edge
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Sc, ch 3, sl st into same stitch
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Repeat around
πͺ‘ BLOCKING (VERY IMPORTANT FOR PINEAPPLE)
Pineapple lace must be blocked to look beautiful.
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Lightly wet or steam
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Stretch gently so pineapples open
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Pin edges and tips
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Let dry completely
✨ Blocking transforms your work!
π PROJECT IDEAS
✔ Shawl
✔ Table runner
✔ Blouse panel
✔ Curtain lace
✔ Scarf
✔ Bedspread strip
πΈ BEGINNER TIPS (PLEASE READ)
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Use stitch markers for pineapple centers
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Count chain spaces carefully
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Practice with small swatch first
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Don’t pull chains too tight
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Relax your hands π§‘
π EASY VARIATIONS
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Bigger pineapple → add more chain rows
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Smaller pineapple → reduce max chain
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Dense fabric → replace ch-5 with ch-4
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Elegant look → use mercerized cotton
❤️ YOU ARE DOING GREAT
This pineapple pattern looks advanced, but you only used:
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Chains
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Double crochet
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Repeating rows
That means you CAN do this, even as a beginner πΌ
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