Free Crochet Pattern: Easy Summer Shawl

This summer, I’m taking it easy with quick and simple crochet projects! I feel in love with lightweight summer wraps last year and knew I needed to make another one.

My favorite element of this Easy Summer Shawl crochet pattern is the eyelets! Using double crochet and chain stitches, this shawl is not only easy and breezy, but it works up fast! It also features a tapered shape, where it has a subtle increase and decrease rather than a triangle scarf shape.

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Keep scrolling for the free version of this pattern, or get the paid PDF pattern which includes a stitch diagram and chart to help keep track of your rows and stitch counts!

If you like this pattern, you’ll love these patterns: Camp Kerchief, Scout Kerchief, and the Venture Shawl.

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Materials

• US G+/7 4.5mm Crochet Hook (these are my fav!)
• 4 skeins of Shine Worsted, by Knit Picks/WeCrochet, worsted 4 weight, 60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal® natural beech wood fiber, 75yds/69m, 1.75oz/50g)
  • This yarn is pictured in the color “Willow”
• Scissors
• Tapestry Needle

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My First Impression of This Yarn

This was my first time using Shine Worsted and let me tell you – it is SOFT! From the moment I pulled it out of the box, I knew it would have amazing drape. This pima cotton modal blend is lightweight and breathable, making it a perfect fiber blend for summer.

Because of the name, Shine, I really expected this yarn to be slippery and shiny. I was pleasantly surprised to find that while it has some softness and sheen, it’s not shiny like some other bamboo and natural fiber blends. The yarn feels very similar to Comfy Worsted, which is another one of my favorite yarns from WeCrochet.

If you’re looking for more yarn ideas to make with this pattern, WeCrochet has an amazing selection of worsted weight yarns in tons of different fibers! Or dive into your stash to use one of your favorite worsted weight yarns, just keep in mind you’ll need 300 yards for this pattern.

What You Need to Know About Blocking

I highly recommend blocking a project like this, because it makes a huge difference! After blocking, you’ll notice the crochet eyelets will open up beautifully and you’ll have even more amazing drape to your finished shawl.

What is blocking?

Blocking is an easy process to help shape your final project and make it look finished! I recommend wet blocking for this pattern, which is where you will completely submerge your finished project in cold water, gently wring out excess water, and lay it flat to dry.

These blocking mats have made this process so much easier, because I can use the handy guide lines to help measure and block my projects evenly.

Want the PDF version of this pattern?

Grab the PDF version of this pattern on Etsy or Ravelry! The pattern PDF includes a stitch diagram, which is super helpful if you’re a visual person and a stitch count chart to easily keep track of your rows and stitch counts!

Finished Size

• Before Blocking: Width: 66” / 168 cm, Depth: 12.5” / 32 cm
• After Blocking: Width: 75” / 191 cm, Depth: 14” / 36 cm

Gauge

• Before Blocking: 4” = 7 rows + 17 sts in pattern
• After Blocking: 4” = 6 rows + 17 sts in pattern

Stitch Abbreviations

• Ch – Chain
• Dc – Double crochet
• Dc2tog – Double crochet two stitches together
• Sp – Space
• St(s) – Stitch(es)

Pattern Notes

• Ch 3 at the beginning of a row counts as 1 dc + 1 ch (2 sts total). You will skip the first dc of each row.
• Section 1 increases by 2 stitches every other row. Increases occur at the beginning of even rows.
• Section 2 does not increase or decrease.
• Section 3 decreases by 2 stitches every other row. Decreases occur at the end of odd rows.
• Place a stitch marker on the increase/decrease edge of your project to easily identify the side that will increase and decrease.
• Find the stitch count chart and stitch diagram in the paid PDF version of this pattern!

Pattern

Section One

Ch 2

Row 1: Dc in in 2nd ch from hook, turn. – (1 st)

Row 2: Ch 3, dc in dc from previous row, turn. – (3 sts)

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in 2nd ch of the turning ch-3 from previous row, turn.      – (3 sts)

Row 4: Ch 3, dc in ch-sp from previous row, ch 1, dc in 2nd ch of the turning ch-3 from previous row, turn. – (5 sts)

Row 5: Ch 3, dc in dc from previous row, ch 1, dc in 2nd ch of the turning ch-3 from previous row, turn. – (5 sts)

Row 6: Ch 3, dc in ch-sp from previous row, *ch 1, dc in dc from prevous row; repeat from * to end of row, ch 1, dc in 2nd ch of the turning ch-3 from previous row, turn. – (7 sts)

Row 7: Ch 3, *dc in dc from previous row, ch 1; repeat from * to end of row, dc in 2nd ch of the turning ch-3 from previous row, turn. – (7 sts)

Rows 8-55: Repeat rows 6 and 7 twenty-four times. – (55 sts)

Row 56: Repeat row 6. – (57 sts)

Section Two

Rows 57-62: Repeat row 7 six times. – (57 sts)

Section Three

Row 63: Ch 3, *dc in dc from previous row, ch 1; repeat from * to last dc before turning ch, dc2tog over the last dc and 2nd ch of the turning ch-3 from previous row, turn. – (55 sts)

Row 64: Repeat row 7. – (55 sts)

Rows 65-114: Repeat rows 63 and 64 twenty-five times. – (5 sts)

Row 115: Ch 3, dc2tog over the last dc and ch-2 of turning ch-3 from previous row, turn. – (3 sts)

Row 116: Ch 3, dc in 2^nd ch of turning ch-3 from previous row, turn         – (3 sts)

Row 117: Ch 1, dc in 1st dc from hook. – (1 st)

Cut yarn and weave in ends.

Blocking

Blocking is highly recommended for this pattern to achieve the final dimensions. It will also open the eyelet holes and create a beautiful drape.

To wet block your project, submerge your shawl in cool water. Gently squeeze the water from your shawl and lay the shawl down on blocking mats. Pin your shawl to the final dimensions and let it dry completely before removing it from the blocking mats.

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Copyright

The Easy Summer Shawl pattern and photographs are property of Woods and Wool and are for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not alter, share, or sell this pattern in any way. However, you are more than welcome to sell the finished product. Please credit Woods and Wool by including a link to the pattern listing if you are selling the finished piece online.