This simple shawlette recipe can be customized to your preferred size (or, to use up just the right amount of yarn!). This shawlette is perfect for accessorizing, keeping you cozy when it gets suddenly cold, or protecting your neck in air conditioning. Red Heart Boutique Unforgettable, a self-patterning yarn, does all the colorwork for you. Skills used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Working in rows (for shawlette and border) Working in the round (for edging) Crocheting in chain spaces, skipping stitches Increasing and decreasing with special stitch patterns: dc2tog, dc5tog (with written explanations in pattern)
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Triangulation Shawlette
"This simple, triangular shawlette combines two beloved stitch patterns - the “granny” stitch and the v-stitch - with a self-patterning yarn that does the colorwork for you. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows, increasing, skipping stitches, crocheting in chain spaces Special stitches: v-st (with written instructions and linked video tutorial in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Adjustable. Photographed sample measures 48” (122 cm) wingspan x 26” (66 cm) spine. Materials Red Heart Colorscape yarn (100% acrylic, 3.5 oz/100 g, 187 yd/171 m) - 3 skeins in 6342 Montreal, or approximately 400 yd (366 m) in any medium weight yarn. US Size M-13/9 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain correct gauge. Yarn needle. Gauge 12 sts (including ch-1 sp) in pattern = 4” (10 cm) before blocking. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.
Endless Summer Shawlette
Choose a super fine weight yarn to make a light shawl that can fit easily into a purse. Wear it around the neck or the shoulders on a chilly summer evening. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet Crocheting flat in rows, increasing, crocheting in chain spaces, decreasing Special stitch patterns: dc2tog and dc4tog (with written explanation and linked photo tutorials in pattern), 3-st cl (with written explanation in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Customizable. Photographed sample measures 66” (168 cm) across wingspan x 10.5” (27 cm) deep along spine. Materials Miss Babs Yet yarn (65% Merino wool/35% Tussah silk, 2.3 oz/65 g, 400 yd/365 m) - 2 skeins in Moulin Rose, or approximately 445 yd (407 m) in any super fine weight yarn. US Size E-4/3.5 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain correct gauge. Stitch markers. Yarn needle. Gauge 20 sts x 11 rows = 4” (10 cm) in shawl pattern before blocking. Exact gauge is not critical for this project. This pattern was originally published in the August, 2014 issue of I Like Crochet.
Maia Triangular Shawl
This simple crochet triangle shawl pattern is easily modified for different seasons. The long, isosceles triangle shape makes it easy to wrap around the shoulders and the lace edging adds a touch of elegance. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting flat in rows (for main body of shawl), crocheting in the round (for edging), increasing, crocheting in chain spaces, decreasing, changing color Special stitch patterns: dc2tog and dc4tog (with written explanation and linked photo tutorials in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Customizable. Photographed sample measures 62” (157.5 cm) across wingspan x 11” (28 cm) deep along spine. Materials Cascade 220 Superwash yarn (100% superwash wool, 3.5 oz/100 g, 220 yd/200 m) - 2 skeins in 1915 Banana Cream (MC) and 1942 Mint, or approximately 350 yd (320 m) in MC and 80 yd (73 m) in any light medium weight yarn. US Size I-9/5.5 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain correct gauge. Stitch markers. Yarn needle. Gauge 15 sts x 8 rows = 4” (10 cm) in shawl pattern before blocking. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.
Fire and Ice Shawl
This simple, triangular shawl shines in a self-striping, metallic yarn. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, half double crochet, single crochet, slip stitch Crocheting in the round (for rounded tips), crocheting flat in rows (for rest of shawl) Increasing and decreasing Special stitch: dc2tog (with written explanation in pattern) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Adjustable. Photographed sample has 67” (170 cm) wingspan x 17” (43 cm) spine unblocked. Materials Lion Brand Shawl in a Ball Metallic yarn (61% cotton/34% acrylic/5% other, 5.3 oz/150 g/481 yd/440 m) - 1 skein in 301 Moonstone, or approximately 481 yd (440 m) in any light medium weight yarn. US Size J-10/6 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Locking stitch marker. Gauge 17 dc x 7 rows = 4” (10 cm) in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.
Autumn Nights Shawl
This simple shawl pattern is easily modified for different seasons by changing the yarn weight and hook size. A decorative puff stitch edging adds textured details. Skills Used Basic crochet stitches: chain, double crochet, single crochet Crocheting flat in rows, increasing, decreasing, changing colors, crocheting in chain spaces Special stitch pattern: dc2tog, dc3tog, pf (with written instructions in pattern and linked tutorials) Skill Level Easy Finished Size Adult: 68” (173 cm) across wingspan x 13” (33 cm) spine depth. Materials Approximately 470 yd (430 m) in MC and approximately 225 yd (245 m) in any light weight yarn. US Size H-8/5 mm crochet hook, or any size needed to obtain gauge. Yarn needle. Stitch markers. Gauge 16 sts x 8 rows = 4” (10 cm) in shawl pattern before blocking. Exact gauge is not required for this pattern.
