Simplicity Shawl
The Simplicity Shawl is a great beginner-friendly crochet pattern with a simple one-row repeat that makes it easy to settle into a relaxing project. It comes in two sizes and looks great in self-striping, variegated, or solid-colored yarn, so you can use what you have in your stash or pick out something new. Keep the edging simple or add the optional ruffle for a little extra flair!
You’ll find everything you need to crochet the project below, including the yarn, crochet hook, a free pattern, and a video tutorial. If you like this pattern, please share it!
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Crochet Tutorials
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Crochet Stitches Used For The Shawl
For the pattern, you will be using mostly treble crochet along with a single crochet and double crochet if you add the ruffle edging. If you are new to these stitches, click on them to be taken to a beginner tutorial that will walk you through step-by-step before you start the project.
Suggested Yarn
The non-ruffle shawl is made with Approx. 550 Caron Cloud Cakes Perfect Phasing Yarn in Lagoon (91012). If wanting the same size as the shawl pictured, you will substitute with medium worsted weight yarn.
Unfortunately the ruffle shawl yarn is no longer available, but for the same size pictured, you will substitute with approx. 575 yards of DK yarn.
Other Yarn Options for Worsted and DK Weight
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Lion Brand Wool-Ease is a versatile worsted weight yarn that combines the warmth of wool with the easy care of acrylic, making it perfect for a wide range of projects from garments to accessories and home décor.
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Lion Brand Shawl in a Ball yarn is cute self-striping yarn for knitters and crocheters. This yarn is known for its unique construction, blending a lightweight cotton-acrylic mix with a touch of metallic shimmer. Each skein transitions through a beautiful array of colors, creating an effortlessly beautiful gradient effect. Perfect for shawls, wraps, and accessories, it provides both warmth and breathability, making it suitable for year-round wear.
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Madelinetosh Tosh Vintage is a luxurious worsted weight yarn made from 100% superwash Merino wool, known for its softness, durability, and rich hand-dyed colorways. With great stitch definition and a smooth, plush texture, it’s perfect for everything from cozy garments to standout accessories.
Crochet Hook Used For Pattern
For the DK yarn size, you will need a 4 mm [US-G] crochet hook for this project.
The worsted weight size will use a 5 [US-H].
After testing numerous brands of crochet hooks, I’ve narrowed down my favorites. Below, you’ll find my top picks, ranked from least to most expensive.
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Clover Soft Touch Amour crochet hooks are my absolute favorite! Their comfy, soft handles make long crochet sessions a breeze.
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For just slightly more money, Etimo Tulip Crochet hooks are another winner in my book. With their cushioned, ergonomic handles and smooth hooks, they make crocheting with any kind of yarn super easy.
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For those of you who like to splurge, Furls Crochet hooks are beautiful hooks made from resin, wood, and metal. Their ergonomic design and polished surfaces make each stitch smooth and effortless. Treat yourself to these elegant hooks for a truly premium crochet experience.
Additional Supplies Needed
The only other thing you will need is a yarn needle to weave in the ends. My favorite yarn needles are made of metal, they are easy to slide through any yarn. I like the Susan Bates option below.
Gauge For Pattern
To achieve the same size as listed below, you will need the following gauge:
Blue Version (no ruffle):
Gauge: 2”= 7 STS and 3.5 rows
Red Version (with ruffle):
Gauge: 2”= 7 STS and 3.5 rows
If you are not worried about having the exact same size, you don’t have to check gauge. Just be aware that your yardage requirements may change depending on the size you make.
Finished Measurements
- No Ruffle Worsted: 72” wide x 44” tall
- Ruffle DK: 48” wide x 24” tall
Video Tutorial
This video tutorial will walk you through making the shawl.
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Special Stitch Used in Pattern
Tall CH: This will be used instead of a beginning CH 4. You will pull up a loop as tall as a TR, then lock it in with another CH. Your first TR will be worked in the first ST of the row. The tall CH does not count as a stitch. This will eliminate the gap at the beginning of the RND. See the video tutorial for help.
Construction
The shawl is worked in rows from the bottom point up.
Abbreviations Used
- CH- chain
- SC- single crochet
- DC- double crochet
- RND- round
- ST(S)- stitch(es)
- TR- treble
- *…- pattern repeat, work the stitches after the asterisk across the body of the project. The pattern will tell you when to stop the repeat.
Special Instructions for Pattern
- Read through the pattern before beginning.
- The ruffle edge is optional and looks best on a solid or variegated color yarn since it will be worked around the entire shawl.
- The instructions are written for the ruffle shawl with the no ruffle in parenthesis. If there are no parenthesis, the instructions are for both sizes.
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Simplicity Shawl
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Shawl Instructions
Row 1: (CH 4, TR, CH 3, TR 2 times) all in magic adjustable loop.
Note: Using a magic adjustable loop will give a nice point to the bottom of your shawl with no visible hole showing.
Row 2: Turn, tall CH, TR in same ST as tall CH, TR 2 times in next ST, (TR, CH 3, TR) all in CH 3 space, TR 2 times in next ST, TR in last ST.
Row 3: Turn, tall CH, TR in same ST as tall CH, TR 2 times in next ST, TR in each ST to CH 3 space, (TR, CH 3, TR) all in CH 3 space, TR in each ST to last 2 STS, TR 2 times in next ST, TR in last ST.
Rows 4-38(50): Repeat Row 3.
Do Not fasten off after the last row if you are adding the ruffle. Otherwise, fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing With Ruffle
RND 1: With loop still on hook, turn (working along the top of the shawl), CH 1, SC evenly around entire shawl. SC 3 times in each corner to make turn. Join RND with SL ST in 1st SC.
RND 2: Turn, (working only along the two sides of the shawl, not the top), tall CH the size of a DC, DC in each ST around,
DC 3 times at the bottom point of the shawl
RND 3: Turn, (Working only along the two sides of the shawl, not the top), tall CH the size of a DC, DC 2 times in each ST
around. DC 3 times at the bottom point of the shawl.
RND 4: Turn, (Working only along the two sides of the shawl, not the top), CH 1, SC in next ST, CH 3; repeat around both
sides. SC 3 times at the bottom point of the shawl. Fasten off and weave in ends.
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