How to Crochet the Free Waves Crochet Edging Pattern

Free Waves Crochet Edging Pattern – Free Chart & Tutorial

If you’ve been looking for the perfect way to finish your crochet projects with a soft, flowing border, the Waves Crochet Edging from my book Crochet Power 2: Edgings might just become your new favorite.

Inspired by the movement of ocean waves, this border works beautifully on shawls, blankets, table linens, and garments. Its gentle curves add texture without overwhelming your main project, making it ideal for both simple and intricate crochet pieces.

In this post, you’ll find:

The free chart and written instructions for the Waves Edging (from Crochet Power 2: Edgings)
A video tutorial (coming soon!)
Creative ideas for using this edging
Tips on how I’m incorporating it into The Sea Glass Journal companion projects

Materials

Yarn: Your choice! Works beautifully in fingering to worsted weight.
Hook: Appropriate size for your yarn (check label recommendations).
Scissors & tapestry needle for finishing.

Pattern Instructions

Multiple of 10 sts + 1.

Stitched sample shown over 21 dcs for two repeats. Chart shown with 31 dcs for three pattern repeats.

Row 1: Ch1, sc in first dc, *(ch3, skip 1 dc, sc in next dc)x2, ch1, skip 1 dc, dc in next dc, turn, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, ch1, dc in next ch3 sp, turn, tr in next ch5 sp, (ch3, dc in 3rd ch from hook)x2, sc in side of tr, (ch3, dc in 3rd ch from hook, sc in tr)x2, (ch3, dc in 3rd ch from hook)x3, skip 3 dcs, sc in next dc. Rep from * across. Fasten off.

Video Tutorial

I’ll walk you through every stitch in the Waves Edging in my upcoming YouTube tutorial. Subscribe to my channel so you don’t miss it!

Creative Ways to Use the Waves Edging

Shawls & Wraps – Add a delicate frame to your finished project.
Blankets – The wave motif makes the perfect finish for seaside or coastal-themed throws.
Table Runners & Linens – Give your home décor a handcrafted touch.
Wearables – Think hems, sleeves, or even the edges of scarves.

✨ Sea Glass Journal Connection: In The Sea Glass Journal, I draw inspiration from the shoreline — the textures, colors, and rhythms of the sea. The Waves Edging reflects that same feeling of timeless beauty. Some companion projects in the Sea Glass Journal Companion Guide even feature this exact edging.

Get the Full Collection of Edgings

This pattern is just one of 100+ edgings you’ll find in my book Crochet Power 2: Edgings. Each design includes:

Charts & written instructions
Multiple variations
Tips for adapting edgings to different projects

Grab your copy of Crochet Power 2: Edgings here »

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About Kristin Omdahl
Kristin Omdahl is a bestselling author, designer, and creative entrepreneur known for her “sensory storytelling” — weaving food, craft, and nature into unforgettable fiction and non-fiction. Her debut novel, The Sea Glass Journal, is a love letter to Florida’s Gulf Coast, exploring themes of healing, connection, and creative legacy.

When she’s not writing, Kristin shares crochet and knitting designs, recipes, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her creative process with her global community on Patreon.