Sanctuary Crochet Shawl Free Crochet Pattern
Please welcome the Sanctuary Crochet Shawl Free Crochet Pattern! It is part of a lovingly imagined shawl duet with the matching Sanctuary Knit Shawl.
For every budding yarn enthusiast, embarking on the journey of crochet can sometimes feel overwhelming. The choices in patterns, techniques, and styles are endless. However, for those looking to meld simplicity with sophistication, we introduce our latest pairing of boho-inspired shawl patterns, the Sanctuary Knit and Crochet Shawls. Specifically tailored for beginners, these designs guarantee a stylish outcome with minimal fuss
These matching patterns are perfect for helping to foster relaxing stitches and crafting community and perfect for shawl alongs! Take these patterns to your local yarn store. Start a shawl along or organize a sip n’ stitch night. By working on a matching project with a crafter of a different variety, you can learn other skills as you both work through your patterns.
If you are interested in matching knitting and crochet shawl patterns but are looking for something a little different in style, why not check out others right here on the blog!
Montgomery Street Bandana (Knit & Crochet)
West Chicago Shawl (Knit & Crochet)
Lenox Shawl (Knit & Crochet)
1724 South Side Crochet Shawl & 1824 South Side Knit Shawl
Checkmate Cowl (Knit & Crochet)(and even Tunisian Crochet!) - I know this one isn’t a shawl but it still fits the bill!
With rhythmic sections of open lace and an openwork center spine, our Sanctuary Crochet Shawl strikes the right balance between elegance and bohemian charm.
The sample uses a cotton yarn but this shawl would be lovely in any other DK-weight fiber - merino wool or a wool/cotton blend would be great for cooler temperatures!
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
SUPPLY LIST:
DK Weight Cotton, 517 yds (473 m) (The yarn I used for design is no longer available so I suggest any DK weight yarn - preferably cotton)
Crochet hook size US 7 (4.5 mm)
Tapestry needle (to weave in ends)
tape measure
FINISHED SIZE: 66" (168 cm) ×33” (84 cm) with a 33” (84 cm) spine top to bottom
GAUGE: 10 sts ×6 rows = 4" (10 cm) in double crochet, blocked
ABBREVIATIONS:
ch - chain
dc - double crochet
idc - half double crochet
inc - increase
RS - right side
sc - single crochet
sk - skip
sp - space
st(s) - stitch(es)
tr - treble crochet
WS - wrong side
NOTES
Please read through the entire pattern and all notes before beginning.
Wet blocking serves this design best; the shawl will grow considerably with blocking.
Gauge is not particularly important for this pattern. It matters more to have a fabric that you will like. It is meant to be stitched loosely.
This pattern is written in sections, and rows are written as such.
A stitch pattern chart is included at the end of the pattern.
INSTRUCTIONS
Begin with a magic circle or ch 3 then slip stitch together. In your magic circle or joined ch 3:
SECTION 1
Increase 6 sts per row:
Row 1 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc, ch 3 (creates the center spine), 3 dc. Turn.
Row 2 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, dc in next 2 sts, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in ch-3 sp, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc into top of ch 3 starting previous row. Turn.
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, dc in each st to center spine, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in ch-3 sp, dc in each st across to last st, 2 dc into top of ch 3 starting previous row. Turn.
Rows 4–6: Repeat Row 3.
SECTION 2
Increase 4 sts per row on RS and increase 6 sts per row on WS:
Row 1 (RS): Ch 4 (counts as tr), tr in same st, ch 1, *sk next st, tr in next st, ch 1*; repeat from * to * to center spine; (1 tr, ch 3, 1 tr) in ch-3 sp; ch 1, tr in the next st, ch 1; repeat from * to * to last 2 sts, sk next st, 2 tr in top of ch 3 from previous row. Turn.
Row 2 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as hdc), hdc in same st, hdc in each st and ch to center spine, (2 hdc, ch 3, 2 hdc) in ch-3 sp, hdc in each st and ch across to last st, 2 hdc into top of ch 4 starting previous row. Turn.
Row 3 (RS): Repeat Row 1 of this Section.
SECTION 3
Increase 4 sts per row:
Row 1 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as hdc), hdc in same st, hdc in each st and ch to center spine, (hdc, ch 3, hdc) in ch-3 sp, hdc in each st and ch across to last st, 2 hdc into top of ch 3 starting previous row. Turn.
Rows 2–12: Ch 2 (counts as hdc), hdc in same st, hdc in each st to center spine, (hdc, ch 3, hdc) in ch-3 sp, hdc in each st across to last st, 2 hdc into top of ch 2 starting previous row. Turn.
SECTION 4
Increase 4 sts per row on WS and increase 6 sts per row on RS:
Row 1 (WS): Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in same st, ch 1, *sk next st, dc in next st, ch 1*; repeat from * to * to center spine; (1 dc, ch 3, 1 dc) in ch-3 sp; ch 1, dc in next st, ch 1; repeat from * to * to last 2 sts, sk next st, 2 dc in top of ch 2 from previous row. Turn.
Row 2 (RS): Ch 2 (counts as sc), sc in same, sc in each st and ch to center spine, (2 sc, ch 3, 2 sc) in ch-3 sp, sc in each st and ch across to last st, 2 sc into top of ch 2 starting previous row. Turn.
Row 3: Repeat Row 1 of this Section.
SECTION 5
Increase 4 sts per row:
Row 1 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as hdc), hdc in same st, hdc in each st and ch to center spine, (hdc, ch 3, hdc) in ch-3 sp, hdc in each st and ch across to last st, 2 hdc into top of ch 3 starting previous row. Turn.
Rows 2–12: Ch 3 (counts as hdc), hdc in same st, hdc in each st to center spine, (hdc, ch 3, hdc) in ch-3 sp, hdc in each st across to last st, 2 hdc into top of ch 3 starting previous row. Turn.
After Row 12, fasten off.
Weave in all ends. Block to dimensions. (Find our blocking tips here.)