About This Pattern
This shawl is a small evening project. It builds across five rounds. It starts with a simple chain and two double crochets. Then it grows through rows of half double crochets and skipped stitches. Treble crochets wrap around those skipped spots. That adds texture without fuss. It fits into a lap, a commute, or a quiet hour by the window. All it needs is sparkle yarn in amethyst and a steady hook.
In the basket
Abbreviations
- ch
- chain
- st
- stitch
- sl st
- slip stitch
- hdc
- half double crochet
- dc
- double crochet
- tr
- treble crochet
- inc
- increase
- fo
- finish off
A sparkling amethyst shawl for chilly winter evenings
Main Pattern
- Row 1Create a slip knot; chain 4; work 2 double crochets into the fourth chain from the hook.
- Row 2Turn your work; chain up 1, then chain 2 more (this does not count as a stitch); half double crochet into the first stitch; skip the next double crochet; half double crochet into the last stitch, which is the top of the chain 3 from the starting point.
- Row 3Chain up 3; half double crochet into the first stitch; yarn over twice and work 2 front post treble crochets around the stitch you skipped in the row below; work 2 half double crochets and 1 double crochet into the last stitch.Following Rows: Continue building the pattern, which will be a series of half double crochets, skip stitches with treble crochets around them, and increases at the end of rows.Rows 8 and 9: These rows set up the repeat you will use for the majority of the shawl; you'll be working half double crochets, skipping over treble crochets, and creating increases by working multiple half double crochets into one stitch.
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Before the first stitch
- Check your yarn amount before casting on.
- Read Rows 8 and 9 first, since they set the repeat.
- Keep a stitch marker on the first stitch of each round.
Minutes per piece
- Main Pattern, Rows 1-9 about 2 hours because the shaping rows need close counting
- Repeat rows to finish about 2 to 3 hours because the shawl grows with each round
Other yarns that work
- Acrylic sparkle, worsted weight Close to the original; similar drape and sheen, same hook size.
- Cotton blend, DK weight Lighter, smaller shawl; crisper drape, smaller hook needed.
Where it ends up
- A wrap for cool evenings on the porch, paired with a plain sweater.
- A throw for the sofa, laid over a solid-color cushion.
- A gift for a friend who likes sparkle, paired with simple jewelry.
Joining up
- Step 1 Bobble Border (Optional): To add a Bobble border, chain up 5; work a bobble stitch into the fourth chain from the hook (a bobble stitch is typically made by partially completing several double crochets all into the same stitch, then yarning over and pulling through all the loops on the hook at once); slip stitch into the next chain and into each of the next three stitches; repeat this process for as long as you'd like your border to be.
- Step 2 Finishing: Repeat the pattern established in Rows 8 and 9 until you reach your desired size for the shawl; end with the bobble edge if you wish, or simply finish after a complete pattern repeat; fasten off and weave in any loose ends.
Small notes
- Use a hook that matches your sparkle yarn's thickness, or the fabric will pucker.
- Mark the skipped stitch in each row, so you don't lose track under the treble crochets.
- Keep your tension even across rows, since the increases depend on steady stitch height.
Little questions
Why does Row 2 skip a stitch?
The skip makes room for the treble crochets below. It builds the lacy texture you see in later rows.
Do I need a stitch marker for this shawl?
Yes, mark the skipped double crochet in each row. It helps you find it again under the treble crochets.
Is the Bobble Border necessary?
No, it's optional. Skip it if you want a plainer edge.
How many rounds does this shawl have?
Five rounds make up the Main Pattern. Rows 8 and 9 set the repeat you'll use for the rest.
Original pattern: https://crocheteverything.com/bring-a-touch-of-warmth-to-your-wardrobe-with-crochet-amethyst-shawl-pattern-for-winters-chilly-nights/
About the Author
Tamsin Okoro Who writes the patterns at Yarn Gallery, how a pattern gets from the hook to the page, and what this site will never do.
