Lotus

Lotus Crochet Shawl by Berniolie

What is Being Made

The Lotus is a crocheted shawl design created by independent designer Berniolie. This downloadable PDF pattern produces a finished shawl measuring approximately 76 inches (190 cm) long and 18 inches (45 cm) wide when including the fringe. The shawl features a 5-inch (12.5 cm) fringe detail that adds both visual interest and dimension to the finished piece. This is an ideal project for crafters seeking a beginner-friendly shawl pattern with elegant drape and wearable dimensions.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

The Lotus shawl employs fundamental crochet techniques suitable for beginner-level crafters. The pattern utilizes chain spaces and stitch repeats to create its structure, allowing for rhythm and flow in the construction process. The use of chain-space abbreviations (such as ch-sp and ch3-sp) indicates the pattern incorporates openwork elements that create visual texture. The shawl is worked to a specific gauge of 18 single crochet stitches over 22 rows, measuring 4 inches (10 cm), ensuring proper sizing and drape when blocked.

Stitches Used

The Lotus pattern utilizes a focused selection of essential crochet stitches, making it accessible for beginners:

• Chain (ch) – the foundation stitch used throughout the pattern
• Single crochet (sc) – a basic stitch that forms the gauge measurement
• Double crochet (dc) – used for creating taller stitches and varied texture
• Treble (tr) – employed within stitch groupings and chain spaces for additional height and openwork

The pattern also incorporates chain spaces (ch-sp) as structural elements, allowing for lacy, open sections that enhance the shawl's drape and visual appeal.

Materials Required

Yarn: The Lotus pattern calls for 9 skeins of Borgo de Pazzi Sira yarn. Each skein contains 1.7 ounces (50 grams) and provides 164 yards (150 meters) of yardage, totaling approximately 1,476 yards of yarn for the complete project. This yarn weight is classified as 4-ply and sport weight, offering a lightweight, drapable fabric ideal for shawl construction.

Crochet Hooks: Two hook sizes are required for this project. A 4 mm / G crochet hook is used for the main shawl construction, while a 6 mm / J hook is specified for adding the fringe detail, allowing for proper tension and proportion in each section of the finished piece.

Pattern Format and Copyright

The Lotus is provided as a downloadable PDF pattern created by Bernadette Ambergen, operating under the designer name Berniolie. The pattern includes comprehensive stitch abbreviations and instructions using US crochet terminology, with detailed explanations of repeat instructions, stitch counts, and bracket notation to guide crafters through each row of the design.