Lagom Shawl

Lagom Shawl by Hobbydingen

What is Being Made

The Lagom Shawl is a crocheted triangular shawl designed with the philosophy of "not too little, not too much. Just right." This downloadable crochet pattern produces a finished shawl measuring 29x240cm (11.4x94.5 inches) after blocking with edging included, or 23x185cm (9x72.8 inches) before blocking without the edge. The shawl combines a lovely stitch pattern with a simple edge, making it an elegant accessory suitable for various occasions.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches Used

This intermediate-level crochet pattern utilizes fundamental crochet techniques and stitches to create its structure and visual appeal. The pattern incorporates the following stitches:

• Chain (Ch) – Used for foundation and stitch construction
• Slip stitch (Sl) – Applied for joining and shaping
• Single crochet (Sc) – Included in the stitch repertoire
• Double crochet (Dc) – Forms the primary fabric and is used in gauge measurements

The pattern features a repeating stitch pattern that creates visual interest throughout the shawl body, with a simple edging technique applied to finish the piece. Blocking is an essential finishing technique for this project, as the gauge measurements show significant differences before and after blocking, indicating that proper blocking will enhance the shawl's final drape and dimensions.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

The Lagom Shawl pattern calls for 810 yards of worsted weight yarn, which equates to 4 balls of Katia Lagom 104. This yarn blend consists of 47% wool, 40% cotton, and 13% polyamide, with each ball providing 200 meters or 218 yards per 50 grams (1.76 ounces).

Additional materials required include a 5.0mm (size H) crochet hook, a darning needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and blocking materials to properly finish the shawl. The worsted weight yarn and specified hook size create a fabric with a gauge of 15 stitches by 8 rows per 10x10 centimeters (4x4 inches) before blocking, measured over double crochet rows and pattern repeats.

Difficulty Level

Rated at intermediate difficulty, the Lagom Shawl is suitable for crocheters with some experience beyond basic skills. The pattern requires understanding of multiple crochet stitches and the ability to follow stitch pattern repeats, making it an accessible challenge for those looking to expand their crochet repertoire.