Product Description
Loft is a slightly asymmetric shawl that is crocheted from the narrowest point, getting wider as you go. It’s an easy pattern that uses two simple stitches and a series of colour changes to create definition and interest. This is a great on-the-go project as it’s easy to memorise and won’t boggle you. Inspired by a weekend away with lots of friends at Edinburgh Yarn Festival, the stripes represent the many flights of stairs to our city-centre accommodation - The Loft.
The pattern structure is simple but effective and easy to memorise. It is worked sideways, starting at the smallest point, so your rows get longer as you work through the pattern.
Yarn: This pattern works well with lighter weight DK yarns (with at least 250m/273yds per100g). The yarn used within the pattern is John Arbon Textiles Knit By Numbers DK (Merino) in shades KBN080/082/084.
Loft Crocheted DK Shawl by Fay Dashper-Hughes
Project Overview
Loft is a slightly asymmetric crocheted shawl designed by Fay Dashper-Hughes as an independent designer project. This beginner-friendly pattern creates a shawl that grows progressively wider as you work from the narrowest point outward. The design draws inspiration from a weekend getaway at Edinburgh Yarn Festival, with the striped construction representing the many flights of stairs leading to the group's city centre accommodation—The Loft.
What You'll Create
You will crochet a wearable shawl featuring a series of color-blocked stripes that build visual interest and definition throughout the piece. The asymmetric shape and expanding width make this an elegant accessory suitable for various styling options. The finished shawl is an ideal portable project, requiring approximately 16 hours of work time.
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
Loft employs two simple crochet stitches worked in combination to achieve the shawl's structure. The pattern is designed to be easy to memorize, making it perfect for crafters who want a project they can work on the go without constantly referencing instructions. The straightforward stitch combination means you can focus on the color changes rather than complex stitch sequences.
The shawl is constructed using strategic color changes that create distinct striped sections. These color transitions serve both aesthetic and structural purposes, adding visual definition while maintaining the pattern's beginner-friendly nature.
Materials and Specifications
This pattern calls for DK weight yarn in three coordinating shades. The recommended yarn is Knit By Numbers DK by John Arbon Textiles, a premium option made from 100% Organic Merino. Each 100g skein yields 273 yards (250 meters).
- Yarn A (Shade 080): 100g / 255 yards
- Yarn B (Shade 082): 100g / 257 yards
- Yarn C (Shade 084): 100g / 244 yards
Total yardage required: Approximately 756 yards across all three colors.
Additional materials needed include a G/6 (4.0mm) crochet hook, two place markers in different colors, one stitch marker for securing your work when setting the project aside, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
Yarn Flexibility and Substitutions
While Knit By Numbers DK is the recommended yarn, the pattern accommodates color substitutions. If you choose different shades from the Knit By Numbers range, the designer suggests using every other color in the sequence to maintain the visual impact of the striped design.
Difficulty Level
Rated as a beginner project, Loft is accessible to crocheters new to shawl construction. The combination of simple stitches, straightforward color-change technique, and easy-to-memorize pattern makes this an excellent choice for building confidence while creating a sophisticated finished garment.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | Fay Dashper-Hughes |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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