Adur Shawl

Adur Shawl by IrinaPi

What is Being Made

The Adur Shawl is a crocheted triangular shawl designed by IrinaPi. This intermediate-level project creates a generous wrap with a wingspan of 150cm and a depth of 58cm, making it a substantial accessory suitable for layering or wearing as a traditional shawl.

Crochet Techniques Used

This pattern employs several fundamental crochet techniques to achieve its structure and drape. The primary construction method uses a specialized stitch technique called hdcss (half double crochet slip stitch), which creates a dense, textured fabric. The shawl is worked using the back loop only (blo) method in subsequent rows, which produces a distinctive ribbed appearance and adds visual interest to the finished piece. This technique choice contributes to the fabric's structure and helps create the characteristic "rib fabric" texture referenced in the pattern.

Stitches Used

The Adur Shawl utilizes the following crochet stitches:

• Hdcss (half double crochet slip stitch) – the primary stitch forming the main fabric
• Chain stitch (ch) – used for foundation and turning chains
• Single crochet (sc) – referenced in abbreviations for pattern flexibility
• Double crochet (dc) – included in the stitch abbreviation guide for potential pattern variations

Materials and Specifications

The Adur Shawl requires sport weight yarn totaling approximately 250g. The designer used Madeline Tosh Pashmina in the Opaline colorway for the sample, consuming 240g of yarn. The pattern recommends consulting the notes section for additional yarn recommendations suitable for this project.

Construction requires a 3.5mm crochet hook. The gauge is measured at 22 stitches and 16 rows per 10cm square when working the hdcss stitch over the rib fabric pattern. Achieving proper gauge is essential before beginning the main project; the pattern provides a swatch stitch instruction (chain 31, then working hdcss in the second chain from hook and across, repeating the back loop only rows 20 additional times) to allow crafters to verify their tension and stitch consistency.

Pattern Format and Support

The Adur Shawl is available as a downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer IrinaPi. The pattern uses standard US crochet terminology and includes a comprehensive abbreviations section. Crafters with questions about the pattern can contact the designer at knittingburg@gmail.com or connect via Instagram @Irinaspurls or Ravelry under the username IrinaPi2.