Summer Sunset Shawl

Summer Sunset Shawl Crochet Pattern

What is Being Made

The Summer Sunset Shawl is a crescent-shaped crochet shawl designed by Sarah Ruane. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a finished shawl measuring 60 inches (152 centimeters) in length and 17.5 inches (45 centimeters) in width, making it an ideal accessory for layering during warmer months or as a lightweight wrap.

Craft and Techniques

This project is created using the crochet technique, classified as an intermediate-level pattern. The shawl incorporates specialized crochet stitches and techniques that add visual interest and texture to the finished piece. The pattern includes foundation stitches to establish the base of the work, allowing for a clean and professional starting edge without the need for a separate chain foundation.

Stitches Used

The Summer Sunset Shawl utilizes a variety of crochet stitches to create its distinctive design:

• Chain stitch (ch) – the foundational stitch used to create loops
• Single crochet (sc) – a basic short stitch providing structure
• Double crochet (dc) – a medium-height stitch used throughout the pattern
• Treble crochet (tr) – a taller stitch adding drape and openwork
• Foundation double crochet (fdc) – a specialized technique combining chain and double crochet in one step
• Bobble stitch (bbl) – a textured stitch creating dimensional clusters
• Pompom stitch – a decorative stitch adding playful texture
• Slip stitch (sl st) – used for joining and finishing

Materials and Yarn

This pattern is designed to work with sport weight yarn (#2 weight), specifically requiring one skein of Rico Creative Cotton Dégradé in the Pink-Orange colorway. The yarn provides 875 yards (800 meters) per 200-gram skein and is composed of 50% cotton and 50% acrylic, offering a blend of breathability and durability ideal for warm-weather wear.

The recommended hook size is a 4mm (G-6) crochet hook, though the pattern notes that hook size may be adjusted as needed to achieve the specified gauge. A yarn needle is required for weaving in ends and finishing the project.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 18 stitches by 7 rows over 4 inches by 4 inches (10 centimeters by 10 centimeters) when measured over the stitch pattern and after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished measurements and drape of the shawl.