Mykonos Shrug in Rowan Cotton Glace - Downloadable PDF

Mykonos Shrug by Marie Wallin

What is Being Made

The Mykonos Shrug is a lightweight, openwork bolero-style garment designed by Marie Wallin for Rowan. This crochet shrug is sized to fit bust measurements of 81-97 cm (32-38 inches) for the S-M size and 102-117 cm (40-46 inches) for the L-XL size. The shrug features an elegant, airy construction ideal for layering over dresses or tops in warm weather.

Craft and Technique

This project is worked entirely in crochet, classified as an intermediate

Stitches Used

The Mykonos Shrug utilizes several fundamental and intermediate crochet stitches to create its distinctive appearance:

• Double crochet (dc): Forms the foundation and structural elements throughout the pattern
• Treble crochet (tr): Creates vertical lines and contributes to the openwork design
• Double treble (dtr): Used in the main pattern rows to add height and create decorative elements
• Chain stitches (ch): Integral to the openwork sections, creating the characteristic lacy spaces between solid elements
• Cluster stitches: Employed to add textural interest and visual complexity to the pattern

The pattern is organized around repeating motifs, with 11 repeats for the S-M size and 12 repeats for the L-XL size, creating a balanced, symmetrical design across the garment width.

Materials

This project calls for Rowan Cotton Glacé, a DK weight yarn. The pattern requires 14 x 50gm balls for the S-M size and 16 x 50gm balls for the L-XL size. The photographed version is worked in the colorway Oyster 730. Two different crochet hook sizes are needed: a smaller hook for the foundation rows and a 6mm (US J10) hook for the main pattern sections. The use of Cotton Glacé, a smooth and lustrous yarn, ensures the openwork stitches remain clearly visible and creates a refined, elegant drape suitable for a summer shrug.

Pattern Format

This is a free, downloadable PDF pattern (reference ROWEB-01844 v.1) published by Rowan, making it accessible for crocheters seeking to create this designer piece at no cost.