The Ember & Ash Spike Stitch Wrap: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Modern Shawl

Introducing the Ember & Ash Spike Stitch Wrap

Discover the mesmerizing texture of the spike stitch with this free crochet pattern for a cozy, modern wrap. Perfect for intermediate crocheters, this design creates a stunning fabric that drapes beautifully. The Ember & Ash Spike Stitch Wrap combines warm burnt orange and soft charcoal grey to produce a rich, textured fabric that is both sophisticated and contemporary. Whether you're looking for a statement piece for cool evenings or a thoughtful handmade gift, this wrap delivers on style and comfort.

Materials Needed

To create this beautiful wrap, you will need the following materials:

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn (Category 4) in two contrasting colors:
  • Color A (Ember): A burnt orange/terracotta – approximately 600 yards
  • Color B (Ash): A soft charcoal grey – approximately 400 yards
• Hook: Size I/9 (5.5 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: 14 stitches and 8 rows of spike stitch pattern = 4 inches (10 cm). Exact gauge is not critical for this project, but consistency is important for drape.
• Other: Scissors, tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Step-by-Step Instructions

Notes Before You Begin

• The spike stitch is worked by inserting the hook into a stitch one or more rows below the current row, pulling up a long loop, and then completing the stitch as usual.
• This pattern uses a two-row repeat to create the spike stitch texture.
• Ch 1 at the beginning of a row does not count as a stitch.

Getting Started

With Color A (Ember), chain 32.

Row 1 (Right Side)

Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn. (31 sc)

Row 2

Ch 1, sc in first sc, *ch 1, skip next sc, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (16 sc, 15 ch-1 spaces)

Row 3

Ch 1, sc in first sc, *sc in next ch-1 space, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (31 sc)

Row 4 (Spike Row - Color B)

Join Color B with a sl st in first sc. Ch 1, sc in same st. *Insert hook into the sc two rows below (the sc from Row 2), yarn over and pull up a loop to the height of the current row, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook (this is a spike stitch). Skip the next sc on the current row, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (16 spike stitches, 15 sc)

Row 5

With Color B, ch 1, sc in first sc, *ch 1, skip next spike stitch, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (16 sc, 15 ch-1 spaces)

Row 6

With Color B, ch 1, sc in first sc, *sc in next ch-1 space, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (31 sc)

Row 7 (Spike Row - Color A)

Join Color A with a sl st in first sc. Ch 1, sc in same st. *Insert hook into the sc two rows below (the sc from Row 5), yarn over and pull up a loop to the height of the current row, yarn over and pull through both loops on hook (spike stitch). Skip the next sc on the current row, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (16 spike stitches, 15 sc)

Row 8

With Color A, ch 1, sc in first sc, *ch 1, skip next spike stitch, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (16 sc, 15 ch-1 spaces)

Row 9

With Color A, ch 1, sc in first sc, *sc in next ch-1 space, sc in next sc; repeat from * across. Turn. (31 sc)

Repeat for Pattern

Repeat Rows 4-9 for pattern, alternating colors every 3 rows (Rows 4-6 with Color B, Rows 7-9 with Color A). Continue until the wrap measures approximately 60 inches (152 cm) from the beginning, or desired length. End with a Row 9 repeat (a solid row of sc in the current color). Fasten off and weave in all ends.

Finishing

Optional: Add a simple fringe to the short ends for extra texture. Cut strands of both colors approximately 12 inches long. Fold each strand in half, insert the loop through the edge stitch, and pull the ends through the loop. Repeat across both ends.

Your Ember & Ash Spike Stitch Wrap is now complete! Enjoy the rich texture and modern color combination that makes this piece a true standout.