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The Morango Crochet Stitch Pattern: A Versatile Design for Flat, Round, and Increasing Fabric

Posted on by Kristin Omdahl
10
Mar

The Morango Crochet Stitch Pattern is a stunning, textured stitch with a balanced combination of lace and structure, making it perfect for a variety of projects. Originally featured in my Crochet Power stitch reference book and used in popular designs such as my market bag and shawl patterns, this versatile stitch can be worked in rows, rounds, and increasing formats to create different shapes and fabric structures.

In this comprehensive guide, you’ll learn how to use the Morango Stitch in:

  • Rows (for rectangular fabrics like blankets, scarves, and stoles)
  • Rounds (for hats, cowls, or cylindrical fabric)
  • Increasing Rows (for top-down triangle shawls or half-hexagon shapes)
  • Increasing Rounds (for square motifs or expanding square fabric)

Each section includes written instructions, step-by-step photo tutorials, video tutorials in both right hand and left hand, and detailed crochet charts, ensuring you can confidently master this stitch and adapt it for any project.

What is the Morango Crochet Stitch Pattern?

The Morango Stitch is in the pineapple family of lacy stitch patterns that features a mix of shell stitches, chains and mini “pineapples” that remind me of strawberries. It creates a beautiful, delicate yet structured texture. The stitch pattern is reversible, making it an excellent choice for shawls, scarves, and home decor projects.

Skill Level: Intermediate
Best Yarn Choices: Fingering to bulky weight yarn
Recommended Hook Size: Based on yarn weight (usually one size larger than suggested for a drapey effect)

Now, let’s explore how to use this stitch pattern in different constructions.

Watch the Morango Crochet Tutorial Videos on YouTube Here

How to Crochet the Morango Stitch in Rows (Flat Fabric)

Perfect for afghans, scarves, and rectangular shawls, working the Morango Stitch in rows creates a flowing, airy fabric.

Pattern Instructions (Rows – Flat Fabric)

Foundation Chain: Multiple of 16 sts + 1
Stitch Pattern Repeat: 8-row repeat

multiple of 16 + 2

Row 1: Ch 50, sc in 2nd ch from hook, *(ch3, skip 1 ch, sc in next ch)x2, ch5, skip 3 chs, sc in next ch, ch5, skip 3 chs, sc in next ch, (ch3, skip 1 ch, sc in next ch)x2. Rep from * across, turn. — 12 ch3 sps

Row 2: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, *ch5, skip 1 sc, dc in next sc, ch5, skip 1 sc, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3. Rep from * across, except on last repeat replace x3 to x1, ch1, dc in last sc, turn. — 8 ch3 sps

Row 3: Ch1, sc in same st, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, *ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next dc, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2. Rep from * across, except on last repeat replace x3 to x1, turn.  — 6 ch3 sps

Row 4: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), sc in next ch3 sp, *ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp. Rep from * across, except on last repeat replace last (ch3, sc) with ch1, dc in last sc, turn. — 3 5dc sections, 2 ch3 sps

Row 5: Ch8 (counts as dc, *ch5), sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, dc in next ch3 sp. Rep from * across, except on last repeat place last dc in 3rd ch of beg ch4, turn. — 12 ch3 sps

Row 6: Ch8 (counts as dc, *ch5), sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, dc in next dc. Rep from* across, except on last repeat place last dc in 3rd ch of beg ch8, turn. — 9 ch3 sps

Row 7: Ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc in same st, *ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next dc. Rep from * across, except on last repeat omit last ch1 and work 2dc in 3rd ch of beg ch8, turn. — 6 ch3 sps

Row 8: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), (dc, ch1, dc) in same st, *ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, except on last repeat replace [(dc, ch1)x4, dc]  with (dc, ch1, dc, ch1, dc) in last dc, turn. — 2 5dc sections, 3 ch3 sps

How to Crochet the Morango Stitch in Rounds (Tubular Fabric)

Great for hats, cowls, and sleeves, working in the round allows for seamless fabric.

Pattern Instructions (Rounds – Tubular Fabric)

Multiple of 16 sts

8-round repeat

Round 1: Ch48, slst to first ch at beg of round to join, being careful not to twist chain. Ch1, sc in same ch, *ch5, skip 3 chs, sc in next ch, (ch3, skip 1 ch, sc in next ch)x4, ch5, skip 3 ch, sc in next ch. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace last sc with slst to top of first sc at beg of round to join. — 12 ch3 sps

Round 2: Ch8 (counts as dc, *ch5), sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, dc in next sc. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace last dc with slst to 3rd ch of beg ch8 to join. — 9 ch3 sps

Round 3: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch2), dc in same st, *ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next dc. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace (dc, ch1, dc) with slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 6 ch3 sps

Round 4: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), [(dc, ch1)x3, dc] in ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, ch4, *[(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, ch4. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 3 5dc sections, 3 ch3 sps

Round 5: Ch1, sc in same st, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, dc in next ch3 sp, ch5, *sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, dc in next ch3 sp, ch5. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace last ch5 with dtr to first sc at beg of round to join (last dtr counts as last ch5 sp). — 12 ch3 sps

Round 6: Ch8 (counts as dc, ch 5), sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, *dc in next dc, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch8 to join. — 9 ch3 sps

Round 7: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same st, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, *(dc,

ch1, dc) in next dc, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 6 ch3 sps

Rep rounds 4 – 7 for pattern repeat.

How to Increase in Rows (Triangle Shawl or Half Hexagon)

By strategically placing increases, the Morango Stitch forms a top-down triangle shawl or half-hexagon shape.

Pattern Instructions (Triangle Shawl Increase)

(shown with 2 repeats for a top down triangle)

Note: Chart is a reduced size sample only showing one repeat of pattern after row 1. Written instructions show all repeats for each row.

Ch4, slst to 4th ch from hook to form ring.

Row 1: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), (dc, ch1 in ring)x4, dc in ring, turn. — 6 dcs, 5 ch1 sps

Row 2: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp, turn. Rep from * across. — 2 shells, 3 V-sts

Row 3: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 8 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 4: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep  from * across, turn. — 6 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 5: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1 dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 4 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 6: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc) in next ch5 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc) in next ch5 sp, ch4, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 4 shells, 2 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 7: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, dc in next ch3 sp, ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 16 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 8: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, dc in next dc, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp) x3, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 12 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 9: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *(dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next dc, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 9 V-sts, 8 ch3 sps

Row 10: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *{ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp}x2, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 6 shells, 3 V-sts

Row 11: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *[ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, dc in next ch3 sp]x2, ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, (dc, ch1 dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 24 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 12: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *[ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in ext ch3 sp)x3, ch5, dc in next dc]x2, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 spx3, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 18 ch3 sps, 3 V-sts

Row 13: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *(dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, [ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next dc]x2, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1 dc) in next ch5 sp, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across, turn. — 8 shells, 6 ch3 sps, 3-V sts

Row 14: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in ch1 sp, *{ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp}x3, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * across. — 8 shells, 6 ch3 sps, 3-V sts

Rep rows 11 – 14 for pattern repeat, working one additional repeat per side every four rows

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How to Increase in Rounds (Square Motif or Expanding Square)

Perfect for blankets, motif-based projects, and tablecloths, working the Morango Stitch in increasing rounds forms a square.

Pattern Instructions (Square Motif or Expanding Square)

(shown with 4 repeats for a square)

Ch4, slst to 4th ch from hook to form ring.

Round 1: Ch3 (counts as dc), 15 dc in ring, slst to top of ch3 at beg of round to 

join. — 16 dcs Round 2: Ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in next dc, *dc in next dc, ch1, dc in next dc. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 8 V-sts, 

Round 3: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, (*dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4 ,dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 4 shells sps, 4 V-sts

Round 4: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, *(dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp, ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 16 ch3 sps, 4 V-sts 

Round 5: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, *(dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 12 ch3 sps, 4 V-sts

Round 6: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, *(dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp. Rep from * around, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 8 ch3 sps, 12 V-sts

Round 7: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1),  dc in same sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, *(dc, ch1 dc) in next ch1 sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, ch4, slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 8 shells, 4 V-sts

Round 8: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, *ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, dc in next ch3 sp, ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat, omit last (dc, ch1, dc), slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 32 ch3 sps, 4 V-sts

Round 9: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, *ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, dc in next dc, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat, omit last (dc, ch1, dc), slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 24 ch3 sps, 8 V-sts 

Round 10: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, *(dc, ch1 dc) in next ch5 sp, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next dc, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat, omit last (dc, ch1, dc), slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 16 ch3 sps, 16 V-sts

Round 11: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, {ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, sc in next ch3 sp, ch3, sc in next ch3 sp}x2, ch4, [(dc, ch1)x4, dc] in next ch1 sp, ch4, (dc, ch1 dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat, omit last (dc, ch1, dc), slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 12 shells, 8 ch3 sps, 4 V-sts

Round 12: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, *[ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, dc in next ch3 sp]x2, ch5, sc in next dc, (ch3, sc in next dc)x4, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat, omit last (dc, ch1, dc), slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 48 ch3 sps, 4 V-sts

Round 13: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp, *[ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, dc in next dc]x2, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x3, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat, omit last (dc, ch1, dc), slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 36 ch3 sps, 4 V-sts

Round 14: Slst into first ch1 sp, ch4 (counts as dc, ch1), dc in same sp,*(dc, ch1 dc) in next ch5 sp, [ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next dc]x2, ch5, sc in next ch3 sp, (ch3, sc in next ch3 sp)x2, ch5, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch5 sp, (dc, ch1, dc) in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat, omit last (dc, ch1, dc), slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 to join. — 20 shells, 24 ch3 sps, 20 V-sts

Rep rounds 11 – 14 for pattern repeat, working one additional repeat per side every four rounds.

Tips for Mastering the Morango Stitch Pattern

✅ Use a lighter yarn for an airy effect.
✅ Block your fabric to enhance stitch definition.
✅ Experiment with color changes to highlight the lace pattern.
✅ Use stitch markers to keep track of increases.

Free & Premium Patterns Featuring the Morango Stitch

If you love the Morango Stitch, check out these patterns where it’s featured:

[Crochet Power Stitch Book] – Full stitch breakdowns & variations
[Market Bag Pattern] – Stylish and functional
[Shawl Pattern] – Stunning lacework shawl
[Cardi Wrap Pattern] – Stunning lacework wrap

Final Thoughts

The Morango Crochet Stitch is a versatile, elegant pattern that adapts beautifully to different constructions. Whether you’re making a flat fabric, a seamless round project, or shaping with increases, this stitch pattern offers endless design possibilities.

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