Prayer Shawl We all have friends in need. Sometimes the friend just needs a hug or an encouraging chat over a cup of coffee. Most of us benefit from a reprieve from the daily grind and having a friend to laugh with can go a long way. But sometimes a friend needs more - when that friend is walking through a dark, sad, or scary time; what many of us call “the valley.” Obviously, the person experiencing a trial is the one with the difficulty - but sometimes knowing how to be a good friend can be hard too. We don't always know what to say. We don't want to be trite, or too serious. We want to be there, but not over-bearing. Some of us also have a tendency to shirk away from very emotional situations. A tangible gift has a powerful impact and offering something personal can help with healing. I love giving a prayer shawl that represents everything I wish, hope, and pray for that individual in the midst of trouble. And not merely a shawl you would find in a store or in a pattern book, but a personalized crocheted fabric that wraps a friend in symbolism. The symbols you choose will depend on your beliefs and the beliefs of the person receiving the shawl. The purpose isn't religious proselytizing; it's blessing someone going through a hard time.

This pattern is available for free. The Tuscan Moon Shawl is a pretty and quick shawl that echoes the stitch pattern of the Tuscan Sun Wrap but in a whole new shape and yarn! Shortly after debuting the Tuscan Sun Wrap, I got a reader request - a triangle shawl version! I knew the stitch pattern would present a challenge, but after lots of math and experimentation, I'd like to think I got it right. The Wrap was made with Red Heart An Italian Story Ombra, a lovely color shifting yarn with some wool in it. So for the Tuscan Moon Shawl, I wanted to highlight another great yarn that would work for either pattern, but has no wool in it - and Colorscape was the perfect choice!

The Tradewinds Shawl is a cozy crochet asymmetrical shawl pattern that brings together two great yarns into one project that's ready for your own personal touch! Combined with Red Heart Soft, the Caron X Pantone Bamboo adds fun pops of color and texture with a smooth silky sheen. I really love the way these two yarns mix together! (Or you can do some colorful stash-busting!) The Tradewinds Shawl is big and cozy, and a great way to show off your favorite colors! Video Tutorial coming soon!

Looking for a beautiful shawl pattern for yourself? Or maybe you want to make and gift one to your mom? Check out the Bella Vita Shawl, a very simple crochet shawl with beautiful details. It's a beginner friendly project with simple stitches such as single crochet, double crochet and the puff stitch. The pattern is written in English and uses US crochet terminology. The finished dimensions are 75cm/30” height and 175cm/69” wide when lying flat.

One skein crochet shawl pattern for you! Perfect for that precious skein of Indie Dyed yarn you have been saving. The easy beginner shawl pattern is a narrow, asymmetric design that can be draped as a shawl or wound around the neck as a scarf. Perfect for adding a pop of colour to any outfit. 4mm crochet hook You can use 400m of any fingering weight yarn or yarn weight of your choice and matching hook. 70” [178cm] x 58” [147cm] x 30” [76cm] after blocking

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.

Pockets on a shawl? What a wonderful idea. This easy pocket shawl is warm and cozy and very easy to crochet. Every once in awhile I ask the crochet community on Facebook and Instagram to tell me what they want to see me design. A crochet pocket shawl was mentioned several times. I just loved the stitch combination used for the Woodland Hooded Scarf, so I decided to use the same stitch combination on this easy pocket shawl. Both the ribbing and the moss stitch is easy for beginners to learn and make a stunning look when used together.

Perfect for fall, this Pumpkin Spice Crochet Shawl has all the right colors. The mixtures of purples, blues, red, and oranges reminds you of a pumpkin patch with all the autumn leaves falling around. And, what better season than fall to work up a crochet shawl pattern? There's no better accessory for those breezy fall days when you just want a little something extra to wrap around you during the day.

The What You Love Shawl is crocheted from the center out in a triangle shape that expands as you add more rows. It uses a mix of stitches to create a cozy and stylish accessory you will be proud to wear everywhere. Drape it around your shoulders for warmth or wrap it around your neck as a trendy triangle scarf, you decide. Pick a few colors you love and get started on this fun project today.