My free crochet shawl pattern is suitable for confident beginners looking for a challenge.
Easy to follow and quick to work up, you’ll only need a skein (150g) of yarn!
Perfect for keeping you warm on those blustery walks.
I chose an asymmetrical shawl because of it’s versatility and with at least 10 ways to wear an asymmetrical shawl, there will definitely be a style for you.
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Design Inspiration
Living on the Dorset Coast gives me lots of inspiration for my crochet projects. You won’t be surprised to learn that this crochet shawl was inspired by Poole Harbour!
So many different hues of blue, sometimes the water is smooth, sometimes ripples from the wash of other boats. There’s always something happening in the harbour and along Poole quay.
How the pattern is worked
This crochet shawl is worked in rows.
A 6 row pattern repeat is worked in 4 rows of treble crochet (tr) and 2 rows of triple treble (ttr) crossed crochet stitch.
Increases are made on one side to achieve the asymmetry.
The triple treble gives an open stitch and extra length which contrasts really well with the treble crochet.
I’ve finished the crochet shawl with a picot border.
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- Georgiana Shawl
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- Lightweight and Lacy Shawl
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Yarn
I’ve used Hayfield Spirit DK (the same yarn as my Daisy Rectangular Shawl pattern).
I love how different the effect is using a different pattern and different colourway.
You can substitute any self-striping DK yarn for this crochet shawl pattern.
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Pattern Notes
- Chain 3 counts as a stitch throughout
- Chain 4 counts as a stitch throughout
- Chain 1 does not count as a stitch
- You will increase on one side only
- Increase at end of triple treble crossed stitch rows are worked into the base of the last triple treble crossed stitch
- 2 stitches are needed to complete one triple treble crossed stitch
- Rows 11 – 16 form the pattern for the asymmetrical shawl
Level
Easy
Materials
- Hayfield Spirit DK 150g
- OR
- Any self-striping DK yarn
- 4.5 mm Crochet Hook
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Stitches and Abbreviations
Triple Treble Crochet (ttr) / (US) Double Treble Crochet (dtr)
Yarn over 3 times, insert the hook into the stitch (or chain space), yarn over, pull through the stitch (or chain space). 5 loops on hook. Yarn over, pull through the first 2 of the 5 loops already on the hook. Yarn over, pull through the first 2 of the 4 loops already on the hook. Yarn over, pull through the first 2 of the 3 loops already on the hook. Yarn over one more time, pull through the remaining 2 loops already on the hook to complete the stitch.
Triple Treble Crochet Crossed (ttrX) / (US) Double Treble Crossed (dtX)
Skip a stitch, work 1 triple treble crochet in the next stitch. Then work 1 triple treble crochet in the stitch that you skipped. By working the triple treble crochet in front of the first triple treble crochet stitch you complete the stitch.
Use the photo tutorial below to guide you.
- Ch – chain
- St – stitch
- Sp – space
- t-ch – turning chain
- Rep – repeat
- SS – slip stitch
Measurements
Wingspan approx 40 inches x depth approx. 28 inches
Asymmetrical Shawl Pattern Instructions
Instructions UK Crochet Terms
Row 1: ch4, 2 tr in 4th ch from hook, turn (3tr)
Row 2: ch 3, 2tr in base of ch3, tr in next st, tr in last st (t-ch), turn (5tr)
Row 3: ch4, ttrX [twice], ttr in last st, turn (6tr)
Row 4: ch4, 2ttr in base of ch4, ttrX [twice], ttr in last st (t-ch), turn (8tr)
Row 5: ch3, tr in next 6 sts, 2tr in last st, turn (9tr)
Row 6: ch3, 2tr in base of ch3, tr in next 8 sts, turn (11tr)
Row 7: ch3, tr in next 9 sts, 2tr in last st, turn (12tr)
Row 8: ch3, 2tr in base of ch3, tr in next 11sts, turn (14tr)
Row 9: ch4, ttrX [6 times], ttr in last st, turn (14tr)
Row 10: ch4, 2ttr in base of ch4, ttrX [6 times], ttr in last st, turn (16 sts)
Row 11: Ch3, tr to last st, 2tr in last st (17 sts)
Row 12: Ch3, 2tr in base of ch3, tr across (19 sts)
Row 13: Ch3, tr to last st, 2tr in last st (20sts)
Row 14: Ch3, 2tr in base of ch3, tr across (22 sts)
Row 15: Ch4, ttrX [10 times], 2 ttr in last st (23 sts)
Row 16: Ch4, 2ttr in base of ch4, ttrX [10 times], ttr in last st (24 sts)
Row 17 – 70 repeat rows 11 – 16 [9 times]
Row 71: repeat row 11
Row 72: repeat row 12
Row 73: repeat row 13
Row 74: repeat row 14, turn
Do not fasten off.
Picot Border
1ch, 1dc in next 2 sts, 1ch *5ch, 1 ss in first of 5ch, sk 1 tr, 1dc in each of next 2 tr, repeat from * to last 3 sts, dc in last 3 dc.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
Happy hooking!
Copyright Notice
The pattern and photographs of this design are the property of Sharon Goodwin at Jera’s Jamboree. This pattern and design are subject to copyright and are for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not share, resell, alter or redistribute this pattern in part or in whole. You may, however, sell any finished items you make. If you would like to include this pattern in a roundup, you may take one photo and link back to this pattern.
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