Antrazit

Antrazit Crochet Shawl by Katya Novikova

Project Overview

Antrazit is an elegant crochet shawl pattern designed by independent designer Katya Novikova. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a sophisticated triangular shawl that transforms dramatically through the blocking process, making it an ideal project for crocheters seeking a garment with impressive visual impact and professional finishing.

What Is Being Made

The Antrazit pattern produces a crescent-shaped or triangular shawl suitable for draping across the shoulders. The shawl begins as a compact, wearable piece and expands significantly when blocked, revealing the full beauty of its lace construction. This type of garment is versatile enough for both everyday wear and special occasions.

Finished Dimensions

• Before Blocking: Wingspan of 55 inches (140 cm) with a depth of 21.5 inches (55 cm)
• After Blocking: Wingspan expands to 84 inches (213 cm) with a depth of 34 inches (86 cm)

The substantial growth achieved through blocking demonstrates the importance of this finishing step in revealing the pattern's full design potential.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This intermediate-level pattern primarily utilizes double crochet (dc) stitches as the foundational stitch structure. The pattern is constructed in rows, with the first eight rows establishing the foundational depth of 3.5 inches (9 cm) and width of 9 inches (23 cm). The row-by-row construction method allows crocheters to build the shawl systematically while maintaining consistent stitch definition throughout the piece.

Gauge and Yarn Weight

The pattern specifies a gauge of 22 stitches and 12 rows equaling 4 inches (10 cm) when worked in double crochet. However, the pattern notes that gauge is not crucial for this particular project, offering flexibility for crocheters who may work at slightly different tensions. The yarn weight used is lace weight, which creates the delicate, open fabric characteristic of shawls designed to drape beautifully when blocked.

Difficulty Level

Rated as an intermediate project, the Antrazit shawl is suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle a larger garment project. The straightforward stitch selection and row-based construction make it accessible, while the finished dimensions and blocking requirements provide a satisfying challenge.

Materials Required

Crocheters will need lace-weight yarn and an appropriately sized crochet hook to achieve the specified gauge. The exact yardage and hook size are detailed within the full PDF pattern document.

Pattern Availability

This pattern is exclusively available through Katya Novikova's official shops on Loveknitting and Lovecrochet platforms. The pattern is for personal use only and cannot be shared, sold, or reproduced in any form. However, finished items made from this pattern may be sold online with a link to the original pattern, provided they are not mass-produced.