Do you agree that Summer is the perfect time to experiment with new fashion styles and elevate your wardrobe with some fresh trendy pieces. If you’re looking for a unique and chic accessory to add to your collection, a lacy crochet shawl is the perfect item.
This versatile piece is perfect for layering over your favorite summer dress or pairing with a casual outfit for a touch of elegance. Whether you are going to a beach party, a brunch or a wedding, a lightweight lace shawl can elevate your outfit.
With its simple texture and intricate design, a handmade crochet lace shawl is sure to turn heads and make a statement wherever you go. So why not add a touch of handmade charm to your summer wardrobe and create your own beautiful lightweight lacy crochet shawl today?
Why a crocheted lacy shawl is the perfect summer accessory
A lacy shawl is the perfect summer accessory because it adds a touch of elegance to any outfit while still being lightweight and airy. It is easy to carry around and perfect for layering. It can be worn with a variety of outfits, from casual to dressy, and it can even be used as a cover-up at the beach or pool.
A crocheted lace shawl can add a touch of femininity to your summer wardrobe. You can decide what colors to crochet your summer shawl so they match your summer vibe or event theme.
Choosing the right yarn for your shawl
The first step in creating your own crocheted lacy shawl is choosing the right yarn. When it comes to yarn, you’ll want to choose something lightweight. A yarn such a sport weight #2 or fingering weight #1 will be perfect for crocheting a lightweight lace shawl.
The fiber content of the yarn should be cotton, linen, bamboo or wool. Choosing a yarn that has a bit of sheen, like a silk blend or a bamboo blend will add to the delicate and feminine look of the shawl if that’s what you are looking for.
With this specific shawl, a smaller mm crochet hook is used with a fingering weight yarn. Because this stitch pattern uses a lot of chain stitches, a smaller hook size will keep the chain spaces looking nice and neat.
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Styling your shawl with different outfits
Once you have created your own crocheted lacy shawl for summer, you’ll want to experiment with different ways to style it with different outfits. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
– Pair your shawl with a sundress and sandals for a casual summer look.
– Wear your shawl over a tank top and shorts for a bohemian vibe.
– Layer your shawl over a maxi dress for a dressy summer look.
– Use your shawl as a cover-up at the beach or pool.
– Wear your shawl as a scarf with a denim jacket and jeans for a transitional fall look.
Care instructions for your crocheted shawl
To ensure that your crocheted lacy shawl lasts for many summers to come, it’s important to take care of it properly. Here are a few care instructions to keep in mind:
– Hand wash your shawl in cool water with a mild detergent.
– Gently squeeze out excess water between 2 towels and lay flat to dry.
– Do not wring or twist the shawl, as this can damage the fibers.
– Store your shawl in a cool, dry place to prevent it from getting damaged by moisture or heat.
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Materials:
- YARN: WeCrochet provided the yarn needed in order to create this design for you.
- #1 Fingering Weight, We Crochet Stroll Tonal; 75% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon; 425 yards Seashell (A); 50 yards Fennel (B) or suitable substitutes
- TOOLS:
- US Size (F/5) 3.75mm crochet hook
- Yarn needle, Scissors, Blocking Materials
Difficulty:
- Intermediate
Stitches/Abbreviations: US Terms
- ch – chain
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- sk – skip
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- dc – double crochet
- tr – treble crochet
- Special Stitches: picot = ch 2, sc in the side (towards the top) of the previous dc just made; beginning double crochet (beg dc) = do not ch to start, sc in first st, sc in left vertical bar of sc just made; beginning treble crochet (beg tr) = do not ch to start, sc in first st, (sc in left vertical bar of sc just made) 2 times
Size:
- (blocked) 58.5” (148.5 cm) wingspan; 33.5” (85 cm) down center
Gauge:
- after 7 rows worked, triangle should measure about 8.25” (21 cm) across top and 4.25” (11 cm) down center
Notes:
- This shawl is worked from the top down.
- Parenthesis ( ) indicates a set of stitches all worked into the same st/sp.
- This shawl will need to be wet blocked when completed.
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Instructions Crochet Cotton Candy Sky Shawl Pattern:
With A, ch 5.
Row 1: Tr in fifth ch from hook (beginning chs count as a st), (ch 3, tr, ch 2, tr, ch 3, 2 tr) in same st as first, turn – 6 tr, 2 ch-3 sps, 1 ch-2 sp.
Row 2: Beg tr, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, ch 3, sk 3, dc in next, (tr, ch 2, tr) in center ch-2 sp, dc in next, ch 3, sk 3, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, tr in last, turn – 4 tr, 6 dc, 4 ch-3 sps, 1 ch-2 sp.
Row 3: Beg tr, dc in next, *ch 3, sk 3, dc in next; repeat from * across to tr st, ch 3, dc in tr st, (tr, ch 2, tr) in ch-2 sp, dc in next tr st, ch 3, dc in next, repeat from * across to last, tr in last, turn – 4 tr, 8 dc, 6 ch-3 sps, 1 ch-2 sp.
Row 4: Beg tr, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, *ch 3, sk 3, dc in next; repeat from * across to tr st, ch 3, dc in tr st, (tr, ch 2, tr) in ch-2 sp, dc in next tr st, ch 3, dc in next; repeat from * across to last, ch 3, dc in same st as last dc worked, tr in last, turn – 4 tr, 12 dc, 10 ch-3 sps, 1 ch-2 sp.
Rows 5-6: Repeat Rows 3-4 once.
Row 7: Beg tr, tr in next, 3 dc in each ch-3 sp and 1 dc in each st across to ch-2 sp, 3 dc in ch-2 sp, 1 dc in each st and 3 dc in each ch-3 sp across to last 2, tr in next, tr in last, turn – 4 tr, 69 dc.
Row 8: Beg tr, (dc, ch 3, dc) in next, *ch 3, sk 3, dc in next; repeat from * across to the st before the center 3 sts, ch 3, sk 1, dc in next, (tr, ch 2, tr) in next, dc in next, ch 3, sk 1, dc in next; repeat from * across to last, ch 3, dc in same st as last dc worked, tr in last, turn – 4 tr, 22 dc, 20 ch-3 sps, 1 ch-2 sp.
Rows 9-14: Repeat Rows 3-4
Rows 15-16: Repeat Rows 7-8.
Rows 17-32: Repeat Rows 9-16 (2 times).
Rows 33-38: Repeat Rows 3-4, after Row 38 fasten off A, join B.
Edge
Row 1: With B, ch 1, beg tr, tr in next, *ch 1, sk 3, 3 dc in next; repeat from * across to tr st, ch 1, sk 1, 3 tr in center ch-2 sp, ch 1, sk 1, **3 dc in next, ch 1, sk 3; repeat from ** across to last 2, tr in next, tr in last, turn.
Row 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in first, *ch 1, sk 1, sl st in ch sp, ch 1, sk 1, (2 dc, picot, dc) in next, ch 1, sk 1, sl st in next ch sp, ch 1, sk 1, (sl st, ch 2, sl st) in next; repeat from * across until 2 ch sps remain, ch 1, sk 1, sl st in next ch sp, ch 1, sk 1, (2 dc, picot, dc) in next, ch 1, sk 1, sl st in next ch sp, ch 1, sk 1, 2 sc in last.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Wet block shawl to open the stitches even more.
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