Crochet Whimsical Lacy Petal Shawl Free Pattern

Whimsical Lacy Petal Shawl Free Pattern

Materials:

• 1 skein of lightweight yarn (e.g., cotton or a cotton blend)
• 4.0 mm (G) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge: 16 double crochet (dc) stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches in pattern. Adjust hook size if necessary to meet gauge.

Abbreviations:

• ch = chain
• dc = double crochet
• sk = skip
• sp = space
• sl st = slip stitch

Pattern Notes:

• This pattern is made in a triangular shape starting from the top and working downwards.
• Feel free to adjust the size by adding or reducing rows.

Instructions:

1. Foundation Row: Ch 4, sl st to first ch to form a ring.
2. Row 1: Ch 3 (counts as first dc), work 2 dc into the ring, ch 3, *3 dc into the ring, ch 3; repeat from * two more times, sl st in top of beginning ch-3. (Total: 12 dc and 4 ch-3 spaces)
3. Row 2: Sl st to first ch-3 space, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in same sp, *3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in next ch-3 space; repeat from * around, sl st in top of beginning ch-3. (Total: 24 dc and 8 ch-3 spaces)
4. Row 3: Sl st to first ch-3 space, ch 3, 2 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in same sp, *3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in next ch-3 space; repeat from * around, sl st in top of beginning ch-3. (Total: 36 dc and 12 ch-3 spaces)
5. Repeat Row 3 until shawl reaches desired size, ending with a row after a petal section. The shawl should have a lovely scalloped edge.
6. Finish off and weave in all ends.

Optional Edging: For added firmness and a decorative finish, you can add a round of sc around the entire shawl.

Enjoy your beautiful Whimsical Lacy Petal Shawl, perfect for layering over any outfit!