Bubblegum Shawl

Bubblegum Shawl by Helda Panagary

What is Being Made

The Bubblegum Shawl is a crocheted triangular shawl inspired by peonies and their delicate beauty. The finished shawl measures 160cm (63 inches) across and 68cm (26¾ inches) deep, making it a generous accessory piece. The design features a soft pastel pink color palette reminiscent of bubblegum, capturing the charm of full, blousy peony blooms. The shawl is finished with 21 coloured tassels that add decorative detail to the piece.

Techniques Used

This crochet shawl employs fundamental shaping techniques suitable for beginner crocheters. The pattern uses strategic increases and chain spaces to create the triangular silhouette characteristic of crocheted shawls. Colour changes are incorporated throughout the pattern to build the design, and the construction method allows for exact tension to be non-critical, making it forgiving for newer crafters. The shawl is worked in rows, with increases worked at the edges to expand the width as the piece grows deeper.

Stitches Used

The Bubblegum Shawl utilizes essential crochet stitches that form the foundation of the pattern:

• Chain (ch) – used for foundation chains and throughout the pattern to create openwork sections
• Treble crochet (tr) – the primary stitch used to build the fabric structure and height
• Double crochet (dc) – employed in pattern sections for texture variation
• Chain spaces (ch-sp) – created by skipping stitches and working into chain stitches to form decorative gaps
• Yarn over hook (yoh) – the fundamental technique underlying all crochet stitches

Materials

The Bubblegum Shawl is designed to be worked with Mr B @BirdStreetUK hand-dyed sock yarn, a premium hand-dyed fibre. The yarn composition is 75% Merino wool and 25% nylon, providing both softness and durability. Each 100g skein yields 425 metres (465 yards) of yarn. The pattern requires two skeins total: Yarn A in Hey Cupcake and Yarn B in Honeysuckle, both hand-dyed colours that create the peony-inspired aesthetic. A 4mm crochet hook is used to work the yarn. The shawl is completed with 21 coloured tassels for finishing.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as beginner difficulty, making it an excellent project for those new to crochet or looking to expand their shawl-making skills. The straightforward stitch selection and forgiving tension requirements create an accessible entry point into shawl construction.