Rylee

Rylee Crochet Shawl by Julie Blagojevich

What Is Being Made

Rylee is an intermediate-level crochet shawl design created by independent designer Julie Blagojevich. This wrap-style shawl features generous dimensions, measuring 72 inches (183 cm) across the wingspan and 33 inches (84 cm) at its widest point after blocking. The design is worked in lace-weight yarn, creating an elegant, lightweight garment suitable for layering or draping.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

The Rylee shawl employs fundamental crochet techniques combined with specialty stitch work to achieve its delicate appearance. The pattern uses a foundation chain to establish the base, then builds the shawl through structured rows using a main body pattern. The construction method allows the shawl to expand gradually, creating the characteristic triangular or wrap silhouette. Blocking is an essential finishing step for this design, as it sets the final dimensions and enhances the drape of the lace-weight fabric.

Stitches Used

The Rylee pattern incorporates several fundamental crochet stitches and specialty stitch combinations:

• Chain (ch): Used to establish the foundation and create openwork sections
• Single Crochet (sc): Provides structure and stability in selected areas
• Treble Crochet (tr): Creates height and contributes to the lace aesthetic
• Two Treble Crochet Cluster (2trCL): A specialty stitch combination that groups two treble stitches together in the same stitch, created by working yarn overs and loops in a specific sequence to merge multiple stitches into a single decorative element
• Space (sp): Refers to the gaps created between stitches, which are fundamental to achieving the open, lacy appearance

Materials and Tools

Yarn: The Rylee shawl is designed to be worked in lace-weight yarn. The pattern specifies Farmers Daughter Fibers Mighty Mo, a mohair-silk blend yarn available in 50-gram skeins with 459 yards per skein. The colorway used in the sample is The Bison Princess. Two hanks of yarn are required to complete the project.

Hook and Notions: A size D (3.25 mm) crochet hook is used throughout the pattern. Additional materials include a yarn needle for weaving in ends and blocking tools to shape and set the finished shawl.

Gauge and Pattern Details

The main body pattern of Rylee is worked to a gauge of approximately 28 stitches and 10 rows equaling 4 square inches (10.16 cm) before blocking. This gauge is important for achieving the correct finished dimensions. The pattern begins with a foundation chain of 15 stitches, establishing the starting width before expanding through subsequent rows.

Difficulty Level

Rylee is classified as an intermediate-level crochet project. While it uses fundamental stitches such as chain, single crochet, and treble crochet, the inclusion of specialty stitch combinations like the two treble crochet cluster and the need to maintain consistent gauge and proper blocking technique make it suitable for crocheters with some experience beyond absolute beginner level.