What you'll need
| One size only: | 16 x 68 inches |
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Product Description
A lovely, lacy shawl with a little ruffle on each end. The pattern is not difficult, suitable for an intermediate crocheter or an adventurous beginner. It can be made with almost any sock or lace weight yarn.
A lovely wrap for a spring or autumn day or a cool summer night. Beautiful for a bride.
You may sell the shawls you make but please don't sell or distribute the pattern.
The pattern is copyrighted by Judy Stalus 2015. Reproduction in any manner, including electronic reproduction is prohibited. This means that printing multiple copies, electronic copying, scanning, posting to the internet or otherwise distributing in any form is prohibited. Please do not sell this pattern
Crochet Lace Long Shawl by Judith Stalus
What Is Being Made
This is a crochet lace long shawl designed as a lightweight, elegant accessory. The finished shawl measures approximately 16 inches by 68 inches, making it a generous wrap suitable for layering or draping. The design features an open lace construction that creates an airy, delicate fabric perfect for warm weather wear or as a decorative shawl.
Crochet Techniques Used
The shawl employs fundamental crochet techniques accessible to beginners. The construction begins with a foundation chain and progresses through a series of repeating rows that build the lace pattern. The pattern uses strategic chain spaces and stitch placement to create openwork sections that give the shawl its characteristic lacy appearance. Rows alternate between different stitch arrangements to establish the overall texture and drape of the finished piece.
Crochet Stitches Used
The pattern incorporates several essential crochet stitches:
- Chain (Ch) – forms the foundation and creates openwork spaces throughout the design
- Single Crochet (Sc) – used selectively to anchor lace sections
- Double Crochet (Dc) – the primary stitch forming the body of the shawl
- Triple Crochet (Tr) – included in the stitch repertoire for pattern variation
- Shell Stitch – defined as 3 double crochets, chain 2, and 3 double crochets all worked in the same space, creating decorative shell-like motifs
Materials and Tools
The shawl is worked in Premier Cotton Fair yarn, a 3-ply to 4-ply sport weight yarn. The pattern requires 3 skeins of 3.5 ounces each, totaling approximately 800 yards of yarn. A size K crochet hook is used to work the fabric. An embroidery needle is needed for weaving in yarn tails upon completion. The gauge is approximately 4 double crochets in 4 inches, though the pattern notes that exact gauge is not critical for this project, making it forgiving for beginners.
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as beginner level, making it an excellent choice for those new to crochet or lace-making. The repeating row structure and use of basic stitches allow newer crafters to develop foundational skills while creating a beautiful, wearable finished piece.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Light Fingering, Fingering, Sport |
| Pages: | 3 |
| Designer: | Judith Stalus |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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