Crochet Linen Stitch Shawl Free Pattern
- Apr 8, 2025
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 29
This free crochet shawl pattern showcases the beautiful and versatile linen stitch. The linen stitch produces a geometric, dense fabric, making it an eye-catching choice for a shawl. A major benefit of this pattern is its adaptability; you can select any yarn or hook you like, offering numerous customization possibilities. While the pattern provides sizes and gauge as helpful guidelines, feel free to experiment with different yarn weights and hook sizes to achieve your desired appearance and texture. The shawl's size can be easily modified, whether you prefer a small accessory or a more substantial wrap. By simply adding or removing rows, you can create a shawl that perfectly matches your personal style and needs.
Have fun experimenting with different color combinations of stripes or using gradient yarns for different effects. This is also a great way to use leftover scrap yarns. The possibilities are truly limitless, transforming this project into an opportunity for artistic expression and personal style.
Materials:
1180 yards DK weight yarn such as Swish
Size H (5mm) crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Gauge:
20 stitches / 20 rows = 4 in /10 cm in linen stitch
Finished Size:
30" height / 62" wingspan
Abbreviations (US Terms)
ch: chain
sc: single crochet
sp: space
st/sts: stitch/stitches
Linen Stitch Shawl Instructions:
For color pattern shown in photo, change colors every 2 rows.
Shawl body:
Row 1: ch 2, in 2nd ch from hook (sc, ch 2, sc), Turn. [2 sc sts]
Row 2: ch 1, sc in 1st sc, ch 1, (sc, ch 2, sc) into ch-2 sp, ch 1, sc in last sc. Turn. [4 sc sts]
Row 3: ch 1, sc in 1st sc, ch 1, sc in ch-sp, ch 1 (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp, ch 1, sc in next ch-sp, ch 1 sc in last sc. Turn. [6 sc sts]
Row 4: ch 1, sc in 1st sc, ch 1, *sc in next ch-sp, ch 1; repeat from * to ch-2 sp, (sc, ch 2, sc) in ch-2 sp, ch 1, *sc in next ch-sp, ch 1; repeat from * to last st, sc in last st. Turn. [8 sc sts]
Repeat Row 4 for 110 rows total, as shown in photo, or to desired length. [2 sc sts increased per row]
Weave in ends with tapestry needle, add a border of your choosing and block shawl.
Optional: add tassels or fringe with any leftover yarn.
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