Savannah Summer Shawl

Savannah Summer Shawl by KnotBadBritt

Project Overview

The Savannah Summer Shawl is a beginner-friendly crocheted shawl designed by Brittany Garber of KnotBadBritt. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a lightweight, wearable accessory perfect for warm weather layering. The shawl features a classic construction method that builds from a center point outward, making it an excellent introduction to shawl construction for crochet enthusiasts.

Construction Method

This shawl is constructed from the bottom up, beginning at the center point and increasing on the edge stitches with each row. The pattern increases by 4 stitches per row, creating a gradual expansion that results in a comfortable, draping garment. The designer notes that double crochet stitches are worked in the center of the stitch to ensure they do not lean, maintaining consistent stitch definition throughout the piece.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Savannah Summer Shawl employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for beginners. The pattern utilizes the following stitches:

• Single Crochet (sc) - The primary stitch used throughout the pattern
• Double Crochet (dc) - Used in the center sections for texture variation
• Magic Circle (mc) - Used to begin the shawl at the center point

The pattern is written in standard crochet shorthand notation. For example, 'sc 2' indicates single crochet in the next two stitches, while '2sc' means working two single crochet stitches into the same stitch. Starting chains do not count as stitches in this pattern.

Yarn and Materials

The Savannah Summer Shawl requires a total of 550 yards (502 meters) of worsted weight yarn. The pattern uses two coordinating yarn colors:

• Color A: Lola Bean Yarn Garbanzo Bean in Georgia Peach - 386 yards (341 meters)
• Color B: Malabrigo Rios in Cape Cod Gray - 164 yards (150 meters)

A 6mm crochet hook is used to work the pattern. A darning needle is also required for weaving in yarn ends upon completion.

Skill Level

Rated as a beginner difficulty pattern, the Savannah Summer Shawl is accessible to crocheters new to shawl construction. The straightforward row-by-row increases and basic stitch selection make this an ideal project for building confidence in garment construction.

Pattern Format and Support

This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and includes both written instructions and pictorial guidance, with video tutorials available for additional support. For questions or assistance, contact designer Brittany Garber at knotbadbritt@gmail.com or visit knotbadbritt.com. Follow @KnotBadBritt on Instagram for design inspiration and updates.