Crochet Elegant Textured Leaf Shawl Free Pattern
Elegant Textured Leaf Shawl Free Pattern
This shawl is designed to be both stylish and functional. The combination of texture and leaf motifs not only provides warmth but also creates a stunning visual effect. This pattern is perfect for beginners looking to explore textured stitches.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: 4 skeins (approximately 400 yards) of medium weight yarn
- Hook: Size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Gauge:
12 stitches and 8 rows = 4 inches in pattern stitch. Make a gauge swatch before starting to ensure correct sizing.
Instructions:
Starting Chain:
Chain 80 (or adjust to preferred width).
Row 1:
In the 4th chain from the hook, make a double crochet. *Skip 2 chains, make 3 double crochets in the next chain (leaf stitch made). Skip 2 chains; repeat from * to last 3 chains. Double crochet in each of the last 3 chains. Turn.
Row 2:
Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet). Make a double crochet in the first double crochet of the previous row. *In each leaf stitch, make 3 double crochets, chain 1, and 3 double crochets (creating puffed leaf). In the next double crochet, make 2 double crochets. Repeat from * until the last double crochet; make a double crochet in the top of the turning chain. Turn.
Row 3:
Chain 3. Make a double crochet in the first double crochet. *Make leaf stitch in puffed leaf; in the next double crochet, make 2 double crochets. Repeat from * and finish with a double crochet in the top of the turning chain. Turn.
Repeat Rows 2-3:
Continue until the shawl reaches your desired length, generally about 60 inches.
Border:
In the final row, chain 1. Single crochet around the entire shawl, putting 3 single crochets in each point of the leaf. Slip stitch to the beginning single crochet to join.
Finishing:
Weave in all loose ends. Block the shawl gently to enhance the texture of the pattern.
