This project was submitted by one of our readers, just like you.
Clamshell Shawl
"The Clamshell Shawl is the perfect project to get ready for spring! Make one today in your favorite colors! Clamshell Shawl is very lightweight, perfect for spring crochet accessory. You can easily customize this shawl by working more pattern repeats and you can make it in any yarn weight - just play with the instructions to create your own beautiful Clamshell Shawl! Your imagination is the only limit here! I’m sure once you start, you will get into a rhythm, and the written pattern will lead you all the way to the finish line. The pattern uses US crochet terminology and contains full written instruction."
Crochet HookE/4 or 3.5 mm hook
Yarn Weight(2) Fine (23-26 stitches to 4 inches)
Crochet GaugeAfter Row 15 the triangle is approx. 10cm/4” high.
Gauge is not crucial for this project. However, changes might result in a different yardage requirements and the finished size.
Finished Sizeone size, adjustable. Wingspan - 178cm/70”, Center depth - 76cm/30”
Materials List
-
Yarn Requirements: These are just approximations. Fingering weight yarn in 4 colors:
C1 – 56g/278yds/255m,
C2 – 62g/309yds/283m,
C3 – 68g/339yds/310m,
C4 – 73g/364yds/333m.
Suggested Yarn: Scheepjes Whirlette 100g = 455m, (60% Cotton and 40% Acryl) - Hook size 3.5mm. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
- Tapestry needle (to weave and hide yarn ends).
- Scissors.
- Stitch marker.
Read NextLounge Around Crochet Shawl