The Woodland Fern Shawl Free Pattern

The Woodland Fern Shawl Free Pattern

Embrace the enchanting allure of the forest with the Woodland Fern Shawl, a crochet masterpiece that captures the delicate beauty of fern leaves. Perfect for nature lovers, this shawl adds a touch of rustic elegance to any outfit.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Fingering weight yarn in a deep forest green
• Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 30 rows = 4 inches in double crochet

Step-by-Step Instructions

Foundation

1. Start by making a slip knot with your yarn and place it on your hook.
2. Chain (Ch) 4 stitches.
3. Join the last chain to the first chain with a slip stitch (sl st) to form a ring.

Round 1

1. Ch 3 (this counts as your first double crochet).
2. Work 11 double crochets (dc) into the ring.
3. Join the round by sl st to the top of the initial ch-3. You should have a total of 12 dc.

Round 2

1. Ch 3, then dc in the same stitch as the ch-3.
2. Now, make 2 dc in each stitch around the ring.
3. Join with a sl st to the top of the ch-3. You should have 24 dc at the end of this round.

Round 3

1. Ch 3, then dc in the same stitch.
2. Now, *dc in the next stitch, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
3. Join with a sl st to the top of the ch-3. You should have 36 dc at the end of this round.

Round 4

1. Ch 3, then dc in the same stitch.
2. Now, *dc in the next 2 stitches, 2 dc in the next stitch; repeat from * around.
3. Join with a sl st to the top of the ch-3. You should have 48 dc at the end of this round.

Continue Increasing

Continue increasing in this manner, adding one more dc between increases with each round until the shawl reaches your desired size. Ensure that the fern motif remains visible as you work.

Edging

1. Once you have reached your desired size, ch 1.
2. Single crochet (sc) in each stitch around the shawl.
3. Join with a sl st to complete the edging.
4. Fasten off your yarn and weave in any loose ends with a yarn needle.

Your Woodland Fern Shawl is now complete! This beautiful piece not only showcases your crochet skills but also brings a touch of nature-inspired elegance to your wardrobe. Enjoy wearing your new shawl or gifting it to someone special!