Vanya

Vanya Crochet Shawl by Berniolie

What is Being Made

Vanya is an intermediate-level crochet shawl designed by Berniolie. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a triangular shawl with generous dimensions suitable for draping and layering. The finished shawl measures approximately 83 inches across the top width, 120 inches along the bottom width, and reaches a highest point of 20 inches, making it a substantial accessory piece.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Vanya shawl employs fundamental crochet construction methods appropriate for intermediate crafters. The pattern utilizes chain spaces and stitch repeats to build the triangular shape progressively. Picot details are incorporated throughout the design, created using the chain-and-single-crochet technique, which adds decorative edging and textural interest to the finished piece. The use of repeating brackets and stitch groupings allows for efficient pattern reading and consistent fabric development across the shawl's expanding width.

Stitches Used

• Chain (ch) – the foundation stitch used to create chain spaces and turning chains
• Single crochet (sc) – used in picot construction and detail work
• Double crochet (dc) – the primary stitch forming the body of the shawl
• Treble crochet (tr) – used for height variation and stitch groupings
• Treble 3 together (tr3tog) – a decrease technique for shaping
• Picot (P) – decorative elements created with chain 3 and single crochet on the first chain stitch

Materials and Specifications

The Vanya shawl is worked in Scheepjes Whirl yarn in the colorway Caramel Care Blimey. This is a 3-ply yarn weight requiring 215 to 225 grams (7.56 to 7.93 ounces) of yardage, totaling approximately 1000 meters or 1093 yards. A 3.5 mm (size E) crochet hook is used throughout the project. The recommended gauge is 19 double crochets over 9.5 rows, measuring 4 inches by 4 inches (10 centimeters by 10 centimeters) when worked in the specified stitch pattern. Measurements provided reflect the shawl's dimensions after blocking, which helps achieve the intended finished size and shape.