Crochet Lace Shawl
Crochet lace shawls are like cozy hugs wrapped in intricate beauty! The delicate loops and stitches create a stunning accessory that can elevate any outfit or add a touch of elegance to your look. Whether you're snuggling up on a cool evening or attending a special event, a crochet lace shawl is the perfect blend of style and comfort. Handcrafted with love and attention to detail, these shawls are not just accessories but pieces of art that reflect the creativity and care poured into their creation. So, why not treat yourself to a crochet lace shawl and embrace the charm of handmade goodness?
Materials Needed:
- 550 meters of light worsted weight or DK weight yarn (approx. 200 grams of acrylic yarn)
- 4mm crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Finished Size:
Approximately 15 inches wide and 70 inches long after blocking (length is adjustable)
Abbreviations:
- ch: chain
- sc: single crochet
- dc: double crochet
- st: stitch
Instructions:
Step 1: Foundation Chains
Start by making a slip knot.
Chain 80.
Step 2: Row 1
Make a sc in the second ch from the hook.
Continue to make 1 sc in each chain across. (Total 79 sc)
Step 3: Row 2
Ch 4 (counts as 1 dc + ch 1).
Skip the next st and work 1 dc in the next st.
Ch 1, skip the next st, and work 1 dc in the next st.
Repeat from * to the end of the row.
Ch 1, skip one st and work 1 dc in the last st.
Step 4: Row 3
Ch 1, turn.
Work 1 sc in the first st.
Work 1 sc in the next ch-1 space.
Continue working 1 sc in each st and each ch-1 space across. (Total 79 sc)
Step 5: Row 4 and 5
Repeat Row 2.
Repeat Row 3.
Step 6: Row 6
Ch 1, turn.
Work 1 sc in each st across. (Total 79 sc)
You will have completed the small border for the shawl with these six rows.
Step 7: Main Body of the Shawl
Ch 3 (counts as first dc).
Work 1 dc in the next 3 stitches.
Ch 3, skip the next 2 sts, work 1 sc in the next st.
Ch 7, skip the next 5 sts, work 1 sc in the next st.
Ch 3, skip the next 2 sts and work 1 dc in the next 4 sts.
Repeat from steps 3-5 across the row. (You should end with 4 dc.)
Step 8: First Row Repeat
Ch 3, turn.
Work 1 dc in the next 3 sts.
Ch 7, work 1 sc in the chain-7 space from the previous row.
Ch 7, work 1 dc in each of the next 4 dc.
Repeat from steps 3-4 across the row.
Step 9: Second Row Repeat
Ch 3, turn.
Work 1 dc in the next 3 stitches.
Ch 3, sc in the first ch-7 space.
Ch 7, sc in the next ch-7 space.
Ch 3, work 1 dc in each of the next 4 dc.
Repeat from steps 3-5 across the row.
Repeat Rows 7 and 8 until the shawl reaches about 2.5 inches less than the intended length of 70 inches.
Step 10: Final Border Section
Once you have reached the desired length, make sure to end with a Row 8 repeat.
Ch 1, turn. Work 1 sc in each of the first four dc.
Work 2 sc in each ch-3 space, 1 sc in each sc, and 5 sc in each ch-7 space across the row.
Finish with 1 sc in each of the last four dc.
Repeat Steps 2 to 6 For Border
Repeat the original border pattern from Row 1 to Row 6 on this end.
Final Touches:
Cut and fasten off your yarn.
Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle.
Block your shawl to open up the lace pattern and achieve the final measurements.