Stola BODO

Stola BODO by Pan-Design

What Is Being Made

The Stola BODO is a crocheted shawl or stola with variable dimensions, designed as a versatile wrap that can be customized in length and width according to crocheter preference. This beginner-friendly design allows for creative adaptation, making it suitable for various occasions and personal style preferences.

Craft and Primary Technique

This project is created entirely using crochet as the primary craft. The design employs fundamental crochet techniques that remain accessible to beginners while producing an elegant finished piece. The stola uses a repeating stitch pattern that builds upon basic crochet foundations, making it an excellent project for developing core crochet skills.

Stitches Used

The Stola BODO incorporates the following crochet stitches:

• Chain Stitches (Lm) – Used as foundation and spacing elements throughout the pattern
• Treble Stitches (Stb) – Primary structural stitches that form the body of the shawl
• Turning Chain Stitches (StgLm) – Serve as replacement treble stitches at the beginning of rows
• Front Relief Treble Stitches (V-RlfStb) – Textured stitches worked around the post of previous trebles to create dimensional detail
• V-Stitch (V-Stb) – A decorative element consisting of one treble, two chain stitches, and one treble worked into the same stitch, creating an open, lacy appearance

Pattern Structure and Customization

The pattern is designed with flexibility in mind. The number of cast-on stitches must be divisible by 10 to accommodate the repeating pattern sequence. This mathematical requirement ensures that the stitch pattern repeats evenly across each row. Both the length and width of the finished stola can be freely adjusted by varying the number of stitches cast on and the number of pattern repeats worked, allowing crafters to create a piece that suits their specific needs.

Materials Required

Completing the Stola BODO requires the following materials and tools:

• Yarn – Any yarn totaling between 1000 and 1200 meters (approximately 1100 to 1300 yards). The pattern specifies 4-ply weight yarn, which provides a balanced thickness for clear stitch definition and drape
• Crochet Hook – Appropriate size for the chosen yarn weight to achieve proper gauge and fabric drape
• Yarn Needle – For weaving in ends and finishing the piece
• Scissors – For cutting yarn

Difficulty Level

This project is rated as beginner difficulty, making it accessible to those new to crochet while still offering the satisfaction of creating a wearable garment. The repeating stitch pattern allows crafters to quickly develop rhythm and consistency in their work.

Design Credit

The Stola BODO is designed by Pan-Design, an independent designer. This downloadable PDF pattern provides complete instructions for creating this elegant crocheted shawl.