Lotus Flower

Lotus Flower Crochet Shawl by Jane Crowfoot

Design Inspiration and Concept

The Lotus Flower shawl is inspired by the architectural and decorative elements of the Lotus Gate within the City Palace complex in Jaipur. This gate, located on the southern side of the inner courtyard, is dedicated to Lord Shiva-Parvati and represents the summer season. The design draws from the gate's distinctive painted patterns, which feature a continuous fanned flower tessellation and blooming lotus flowers displayed across the façade and archway surrounding the central wooden doors.

What Is Being Made

This project creates a crochet shawl that translates the ornate surface patterns and floral motifs of the Lotus Gate into a wearable garment. The shawl captures the essence of the architectural inspiration through crochet fabric construction, making it suitable for intermediate-level crafters.

Crochet Techniques Used

The Lotus Flower shawl employs crochet techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The design incorporates methods to create the fanned flower tessellation and lotus flower details inspired by the gate's painted patterns. Crochet allows for the development of dimensional floral elements and the intricate surface patterning that references the architectural source material.

Stitches and Construction

While specific stitch names are not detailed in the pattern excerpt provided, the shawl construction uses standard crochet stitches suitable for DK weight yarn. The intermediate difficulty level suggests the pattern includes a combination of basic and more advanced stitches to achieve the floral tessellation and dimensional lotus flower effects.

Materials

• Yarn Weight: DK (Double Knitting) weight yarn
• Tool: Crochet hook (size appropriate for DK weight yarn)

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to work with more complex stitch combinations and shaping techniques.