Crocheting a shawl pattern: detailed instructions for crocheting with your own hands, features of crocheting, examples of finished work (180 photos)

Hand-knitted clothes are not only a great gift for a loved one, but also a wonderful finishing touch to your look. A knitted lace shawl will come in handy to highlight your skill and take its rightful place in the wardrobe of both girls and women in their prime. With all this, it also has other, more practical advantages:

in winter it will warm you and protect you from the wind, and in summer – from hot rays;
comfortable to wear, can replace both a scarf and a sweater;
It is not demanding when washing and does not fade at all.

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But where should you start? A detailed description of how to crochet a shawl will help you.

Preparing for the knitting process

Tying right away, guided only by basic skills, will not work. There are diagrams and descriptions of patterns for this; you just need to learn to understand them. Apart from this, here are some other important tips:

the diameter of the hook should be 2-3 times thicker than the thread;
yarn must be purchased with the entire product in mind, otherwise you may simply not find the color you need. Even with the same labels, there is a risk that the shades will differ. Pay attention to the batch series.
the thread should be tightly twisted, this will make crocheting much easier;
Before work, knit a small sample according to the chosen pattern. After 2 knitted repeats, when the loops are closed, the sampler needs to be washed and measured - this is how they usually calculate how many loops need to be cast on the product.

Description of popular types of knitted shawls

cape - a cape over the shoulders, reaching to the waist;
summer cape - a light shawl with patterns;
triangular scarf - a shawl made of thick yarn (cashmere, wool or alpaca);
shawl-vest (transformable) - a rather unusual variety, has cutouts for the arms and is fastened with buttons;
bactus – triangular scarf/kerchief.

Particularly common shapes for crocheted shawls are:

square - when worn, folded in half diagonally;
the triangle is a timeless classic;
circle - a more original shape;
rectangle - such models have much in common with a regular scarf.

But regardless of the standard description, your product can be absolutely unique.

Nuances of crochet

Crocheting a shawl for beginners is difficult. Diagrams and detailed descriptions of drawings are designed to make the task easier. First you need to learn to understand schematic images - this will simplify the knitting process.

The rest will come with experience. But it is important to follow the recommendations of experts:

Threads should be purchased in sufficient quantities. Otherwise, there is a high probability that you will not find a material that is suitable in color, composition and thickness.
It is better to give preference to tightly twisted threads. Knitting with them will be much easier. To prevent the pattern from skewing, you need to change the direction in each new row.
The thickness of the hook should be three times the thickness of the yarn.
Having chosen a shawl knitting pattern, it is recommended to practice on a sample before starting to knit the product.

Description of shawls from the center

The easiest way to expand a knitted fabric is from the center. There are a lot of such descriptions today, they are accessible even to beginners. The formation of the expansion comes from the beginning of work - a closed ring. From it, the shawl gradually increases in size along the center line and symmetrically along the edges.

Most popular schemes are developed precisely on this principle of forming a triangular product.

Benefits of a hand knitted shawl

The shawl allows you to disguise an overly wide shoulder girdle, voluminous chest and curvy hips. By throwing it on, the girl will feel protected from prying eyes. In addition, such an accessory will protect you from freezing in cool weather. At the same time, it is easy to wash and dries quickly.

Shawl can be used:

as an addition to a stylish look;
to give a solemn look;
as a fashionable scarf or headdress.

Popular varieties

There are an endless number of types of shawls that can be knitted. The main varieties for those who are just learning needlework:

Beautiful triangular shawl. It is knitted according to the principle of a regular large scarf - from a wide edge to a narrow one or vice versa.
Rectangular. Knitted in the form of a figure with equal or different sides. Finishing along the edges creates the effect of completeness of the product and does not allow the shape to change during wear.
Semicircular shawl. Not the most popular model, a little more difficult to make than a regular triangle. The addition of loops does not occur evenly, but in sectors to create an even semicircle along the edge of the product.
Crescent scarf. Due to the elongated ends, it fits neatly around the neck, leaving tails for a beautiful knot.
In the form of a wave. It looks very impressive due to the bending of the canvas. Additionally, the wavy line is emphasized by a pattern of segmented yarn in a gradient color.
Shawls in the form of a simple cape of different shapes. Easy-to-make patterns that allow you to realize any fantasies using interesting patterns and knitting methods.
Stole. This is a large scarf or handkerchief that a petite girl can easily wrap herself in. It is often worn in the cool season, covering the shoulders.
Bactus. These products come from Scandinavian culture. Initially, it was a warm, bright scarf, which in modern times has turned into a fashion accessory.

Bactus

Wave-shaped Stole Semicircular Rectangular Crescent scarf Triangular
All these models will be within the capabilities of beginning craftswomen. The shawl is knitted using knitting needles according to patterns and descriptions. For work, easy-to-execute openwork patterns are used. However, for experienced knitters it is no longer enough to make a simple scarf. For such skillful hands, they came up with more complex and interesting models that look like a separate type of creativity:

Shawl "Cornflowers". Consists of many beautiful flowers and petals. The shape of the product is slightly reminiscent of a triangle, but the airy patterns at the numerous ends give the scarf a fantasy look. These openwork shawls are knitted with cornflower blue knitting needles and blue threads.
Model "Marshmallow". The shape of the product also defies description due to the infinity of pattern transitions from one level to another.
“Triana”, which is knitted in the form of a triangular shawl. The result is a cape made of multi-colored stripes with transitions of patterns and colors.
Orenburg down scarf, valued for its lightness. It is believed that only the original product is so thin and delicate that it can pass through the ring.
"Twinity." The shape resembles a bactus, only much larger. Openwork patterns, light warm threads – and here is a beautiful, unusual accessory in the fashionista’s collection.
Shawl "Marianne". Appeared as a development of the idea of a knitted collar. Currently, the pattern is used as the basis for making an entire model.

Many models are called differently only because they are made with personalized patterns. Meanwhile, their styles are no different.

Cornflowers Marshmallow Marianna

Orenburg shawl

Twinity Triana

Shawl "Shine"

Even a novice craftswoman can handle making this model. Using a No. 2.5 hook it is quite easy to turn 500 g of thread into a functional piece of knitting art.

The starting point is the center of the top. Starting to knit from there, the fabric is gradually expanded in 3 directions. The finished work is decorated with brushes and washed in soapy water to remove the industrial smell.

Wingspan*

The shawl is unusual, original, asymmetrical. It looks good knitted with sectional yarn. The simple design consists of 8-12 triangles, which are worked on top of each other in short rows.

Materials and tools

Medium weight yarn, wool or merino with nylon, 100 g.
Knitting needles, size 3.5 mm on 60 cm fishing line.
Markers.

Description of work

Throughout the entire work, knit with facial loops. To knit the first triangle, you need to cast on 90 loops and complete 1 row.
In the 2nd row, remove the edge loop, knit 2, put a marker, then knit to the end.
In the 3rd row, remove the edge and knit to the marker. Remove it and turn the work.
In the 4th row, remove the edge, knit 2, place a marker, continue knitting until the end.
In this way, you need to knit until there are no working stitches left, and there is nowhere to put the marker.
Knit in the opposite direction without reaching the end of the row of 16 loops. Set a permanent marker, it will show the beginning of a new triangle. Turn knitting.
A new triangle begins. Remove the edge, knit 2, install a moving marker, then knit. Now cast on 16 new loops using any known method. Turn the work around.
Edge, then knit until the moving marker. Remove it and turn the knitting.
Remove the edge, knit 2, put a marker, knit further. Repeat steps 8 and 9 until there are no loops left in the work. Then proceed to steps 6, 7, 8 and 9.
When all the triangles are connected, knit 4 rows along the inner edge, removing the markers along the way.
Steam the product and dry it on a flat surface.

Option of openwork squares

One of the popular new ideas for knitting a shawl is a cape made of openwork squares. It is made with thin threads and looks incredibly elegant. Tonal transitions within the same color are of great importance.

The peak of popularity of geometric designs occurred in the era of postmodernism. In many patterns, squares alternate with triangles and diamonds. They begin to knit such a shawl from the center, gradually spreading out to the sides. It is better to use warm thread colors.

Shawl fillet knitting pattern

Filet knitting differs from other techniques.
It is based on the principle of a mosaic game, where the cells, when filled, form a picture. This cape looks very unusual, because the theme of the picture is a wide scope for imagination. The main loops in this work are air and single crochet. As a result, even beginners can handle knitting. The required material is viscose silk. The required quantity is 800 g. As for the tool, you will need a hook No. 1.5. The starting point is the bottom corner of the shawl. Next, in accordance with the diagram, the cells of the sirloin are decorated with a floral pattern.

Patterns with fans and shells

The technique of knitting fans is quite simple, somewhat reminiscent of knitting individual squares or triangles. More skill and experience in crocheting will be required.

Important! Often, ready-made patterns for knitted shawls are presented very small. When enlarged, their symbols become blurred and make reproduction difficult. It is better to look for an analogue or abandon a similar pattern.

Some patterns were originally proposed by the authors for products based on patterns. Subsequently, they were adapted for shawl products and bacti.

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Shawl with diamonds

Diamonds are a characteristic feature of vintage style. For such capes, threads of a mixed composition (alpaca and silk) in warm, rich tones are used. The size of the finished item is 170*60. This cape is crocheted using hook number 4.5. If you carefully look at the diagram, the work will take 8 – 10 hours. At the end, the top of the product needs to be tied with single crochet loops.

Orchid**

The shape of the thing resembles a large asymmetrical fan. It consists of 5 fragments, which are knitted in garter stitch. Each segment is tied from the previous one. An openwork strip runs between them. The shawl looks complicated, but the execution is simple, based on knitting short rows. It looks wonderful if made from section-dyed yarn.

Materials and tools

Yarn Kauni, Alize or Alpina Romantic 300 g, dyed in long sections.
Knitting needles for circular knitting with long cable 100 cm, size 4.75 mm.
crochet hook
Decorative buckle.

Openwork stripe

In the 1st row, 2 knits are knitted one to the left, yarn over.

In the 2nd row - facial ones.

Description of work

Cast on 240 stitches on needles. Knit the first 2 rows. Short rows start from row 3. On the left side you need to add 55x 3 loops and 15x 5 loops. On the right side you need to decrease 10x1 stitches after 5 and 3 rows. To do this, the first 2 loops (with the edge) are knitted in one until row 110. Further, in rows 111–142, this reduction is made 8 times through 3 rows in the fourth. The segment is completed with an openwork stripe (rows 141 and 142).
There are 210 stitches on the needles. On the left side add 30x3 loops, then 29x4 loops, 1x3 loops. From the right edge, decrease 30 times, 1 every 3 rows. Finish with an openwork stripe (262 and 263 rows).
There are 180 stitches on the needles. On the left side add 20x3 loops, 29x4 loops and 1x3 loops. On the right side at the same time you need to decrease 50 times 1 loop every other row. The segment is completed with an openwork stripe (rows 361 and 362).
There are 130 stitches on the needles. On the left add 29x3 loops, 21x2 loops. On the right, decrease 50x1 stitches every other row. The openwork stripe is knitted on rows 461 and 462.
There are 80 loops on the needles. On the left you need to add 3x2 loops, 65x1 loops, 4x2 loops. On the right side, shorten 7x1 loop every 6 rows, 5x1 loop after 7 rows, 5x1 loop after 9 rows, 1 time after 11 rows. Knit the last 62 loops with an openwork strip and bind off very loosely.

Crochet border

Tie the cast-on edge and the shawl around the perimeter with non-woven columns. 2nd row - 1 b/n column, *skip 1, 2 b/n columns in one, ch 1, 2 b/n columns*. Alternate from * to * along the entire length.
Tie the bottom edge with single stitches with 1 ch between them. In the 2nd row, knit 1 single crochet, *through one arch into the second, knit a fan of 1 single crochet (double crochet), 1 ch, 1 double crochet, 1 ch, 1 double crochet. Next, skip 1 ch, knit 1 single stitch *. Tie the entire bottom edge in this way, repeating between **.

Semicircular stole

This kind of shawl is easy to obtain. You will need one of those napkin patterns that begin learning the art of crochet. They begin work by knitting a chain of air loops, which at the end are closed into a ring. New rows are gradually added to the knitted loops.

For a semicircular model, you can use any thread. The pattern is optimal for beginner needlewomen - after knitting the upper part, you just need to duplicate the pattern.

"Tenderness"

This is a simple, but at the same time beautiful and aesthetic thing. Working on it will not take you much time, even taking into account the fact that you do not have developed skills. We provide a model and recommendations for the process:

The base consists of five air loops, upon completion of which the work continues according to the table. You need to start from the corner.
Once you have finished knitting the shawl border, you should move on to the fillet procedures.
The main illustration consists of a pattern with pineapples; you should work on it after you have completed approximately 30-35 buttonholes.

Once you reach the desired dimensions, you need to trim the edges using loose columns. Also at this stage you can add various decorative components: braid or beads.

Please note: upon completion of the procedure, the finished item must be washed immediately. This will give you the opportunity to remove the “factory” smell of floss from a light and beautiful piece.

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Shawl “Silver eyes”

The weightlessness and airiness of such a cape makes it incredibly attractive in the eyes of modern fashionistas. The “Silver Eyes” shawl emphasizes a graceful physique and does not add volume. The knitting pattern is suitable for going out and harmonizes with evening dresses and formal accessories.

Most often, when making this model, acrylic yarn and hook No. 2 are used. The size of the finished product is 180*110 cm. There are 12 loops in one repeat, then the pattern is repeated cyclically.

Crocheting a shawl is not only a fun, but also a useful way to spend time. Making your own accessory can significantly save your family budget. In addition, you can safely give a handmade cape to a friend, replacing a purchased gift with it.

"Scallops"

Textiles with such a simple and fairly uncomplicated image look beautiful and aesthetically pleasing, despite the fact that it takes a little time to make.

This pattern can be made using various shades. The material used is acrylic yarn, which you need to work with with tool No. 3.

A thick thread will make the scarf dense and give it softness. Fringe is used in the form of a decorative link. The side can accommodate ten sections of the illustration, and you will spend only five loops to make one comb. The combs will stand out in close-up, which will be emphasized by the fringe.