The Denmark Shawl

The Denmark Shawl Crochet Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Denmark Shawl is an intermediate-level crochet shawl designed by Heather Moore Makes. This finished garment measures 15 inches wide by 62 inches in length when laid flat, making it a versatile accessory suitable for layering or draping. The shawl is constructed using worsted weight yarn in a multi-color design, allowing crafters to create a visually interesting finished piece through color blocking or gradient techniques.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This pattern employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for intermediate-level makers. The shawl construction begins with a foundation chain and progresses through rows of single crochet stitches worked in the back ridge, creating a structured base. The pattern incorporates chain spaces and stitch skipping to develop the shawl's drape and shaping. The use of multiple yarn colors—as demonstrated in the pictured example featuring Knitting Fever Painted Sky yarn in five colorways—allows for creative color arrangement and visual depth throughout the piece.

Stitches Used

• Single Crochet (sc): The primary stitch used throughout the pattern, worked in the back ridge to create texture and structure
• Chain Stitches (ch): Used for foundation chains and spacing elements within rows
• Stitch Skipping: Incorporated to create openwork sections and shaping

Materials and Tools

The Denmark Shawl pattern requires worsted weight yarn in multiple colors. The pictured example uses Knitting Fever Painted Sky yarn, featuring one skein each of colorways 211 Tawny Gray, 224 Malted Barley, 213 Teal Deal, 305 Yellowstone, and 226 Lime Twist. A 5.5mm crochet hook is used to achieve the specified gauge of 20 single crochets by 18 rows over a 4-inch by 4-inch swatch. Additional supplies include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and scissors for finishing.

Pattern Format and Availability

The Denmark Shawl is available as a downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Heather Moore Makes. The pattern is intended for personal use; crafters interested in selling finished products made from this pattern should visit HeatherMooreMakes.com/policies. Video tutorials and additional stitch abbreviations are available on the designer's website to support crafters throughout the project.