Wende

Wende Crochet Shawl by Berniolie

What Is Being Made

Wende is a beginner-friendly crochet shawl designed by Berniolie (Bernadette Ambergen). This downloadable PDF pattern creates a finished shawl measuring 82 inches by 30 inches (205 cm by 75 cm) after blocking, making it a versatile accessory suitable for layering or draping across the shoulders.

Yarn and Materials

The Wende shawl is worked using MissBabs Yet yarn, a 3-ply lace-weight yarn. The pattern calls for 2 skeins of color A (Petrified Forest) and 1 skein of color B (Dark Adobe). Each skein contains 2.3 ounces and 400 yards (65 grams and 365 meters), providing approximately 800 yards of the primary color and 400 yards of the contrasting color. A US E (3.5 mm) crochet hook is used throughout the project.

Gauge and Tension

The pattern establishes a gauge of 24 stitches and 15 rows in pattern A over 4 inches by 4 inches (10 cm by 10 cm) when measured after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished dimensions and drape of the shawl.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches Used

The Wende shawl employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginners while creating an elegant lace fabric. The pattern incorporates the following stitches and techniques:

• Chain (ch) – The foundation stitch used to create the base and openwork sections of the shawl
• Single Crochet (sc) – A basic short stitch for structure and joining
• Double Crochet (dc) – A medium-height stitch that forms the primary fabric of the design
• Treble Crochet (tr) – A taller stitch used to create height variation and visual interest
• Double Crochet 2 Together (dc2tog) – A decrease technique that reduces stitch count for shaping
• Cross 2 Double Crochet (C2dc) – A specialty stitch created by skipping 2 stitches, working a double crochet in the next stitch, chaining 1, then working a double crochet into the first of the skipped stitches, creating a crossed effect that adds texture and visual dimension
• Chain Spaces (ch-sp) – Openings created by chains that form the lacy, open construction characteristic of shawl patterns
• Turning Chains (tc) – Chains worked at the end of rows to achieve the correct height for the next row

The pattern uses standard US crochet terminology and includes abbreviations such as rep (repeat), sk (skip), and parenthetical notations to clarify stitch placement and pattern repeats. The combination of these stitches creates a balanced, lacy fabric with both solid and open sections.

Pattern Structure

The Wende shawl is organized around Pattern A, which establishes the gauge and primary design repeat. The use of two yarn colors—Petrified Forest and Dark Adobe—allows for subtle color blocking or striping, adding depth and visual interest to the finished piece. The pattern's beginner-friendly difficulty level makes it accessible to crocheters new to shawl construction while still delivering a sophisticated, wearable result.