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DROPS 154-11
DROPS design: Pattern no cm-003
Yarn group B
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Crochet measurements: Width: 44 cm Length with fringes: 186 cm
Measurements after shaping: Width: 37 cm Length with fringes: 216 cm
Materials:
DROPS COTTON MERINO from Garnstudio
300 g colour no 13, coral

DROPS CROCHET HOOK SIZE 4.5 mm – or size needed to get 2 repetitions of A.2 = width 11 cm.

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Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn converter here

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Pattern instructions

PATTERN:
See diagrams A.1, A.2 and A.3.
Work A.1, A.2 7 times in total, A.3.
Repeat row 3 and 4 until piece measures approx. 168 cm.
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SHAWL:
Work according to PATTERN – see explanation above, or according to pattern as follows:
Work 102 ch with Cotton Merino on hook size 4.5 mm.
ROW 1: 1 tr in 9th ch from hook, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, * 1 tr in next ch, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch, 2 ch, skip 2 ch *, repeat from *-* 6 more times, 1 tr in next ch, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch = 32 tr. Turn.
ROW 2: 5 ch, 1 tr in next tr, * 3 ch, 1 dc in next tr, 3 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 5 ch, skip 1 tr, 1 tr in next tr *, repeat from *-* 6 more times, 3 ch, 1 dc in next tr, 3 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch = 17 tr. Turn.
ROW 3: 5 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 5 ch, * 1 tr in next tr, 3 ch, 1 dc in ch-space, 3 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 5 ch *, repeat from *-* 6 more times, 1 tr in next tr, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch = 17 tr. Turn.
ROW 4: 5 ch, 1 tr in next tr, * 3 ch, 1 dc in ch-space, 3 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 5 ch, 1 tr in next tr *, repeat from *-* 6 more times, 3 ch, 1 dc in ch-space, 3 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch = 17 tr.
Repeat row 3 and 4 until piece measures approx. 168 cm (adjust after row 4).

FINISH:
Then work a finish as follows: 5 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 2 ch, 1 tr in first dc, 2 ch, * 1 tr in next tr, 2 ch, 1 tr in ch-space, 2 ch, 1 tr in next tr, 2 ch, 1 tr in next dc, 2 ch *, repeat from *-* 6 more times, 1 tr in next tr, 2 ch, skip 2 ch, 1 tr in next ch = 32 tr. Turn.
Work 1 row with dc as follows: 1 ch, 1 dc in every ch and tr = 96 dc. Fasten off. Work 1 row with dc along both short sides as follows: 1 ch, 1 dc in every ch and tr = 96 dc.

FRINGES:
Fasten fringes in each square along short sides.
1 fringe: Cut 3 lengths of yarn of 20 cm. Fold them double and pull loop through a square. Then pull yarn ends through the loop.

SHAPING:
Place the piece in lukewarm water until it is soaking wet. Carefully squeeze out the water - do not twist. Then roll the piece in a towel and squeeze to remove more water - the piece will now only be moist. Place the piece on a carpet or mattress - carefully stretch it out to measurements found at the top of pattern. Leave to dry. Repeat the process when the garment has been washed.

Diagram

symbols = 1 ch
symbols = 1 tr
symbols = 1 dc in tr
symbols = 1 dc in ch-space.
Row 1 and 2 are the start of the shawl. Row 3 and 4 are being repeated. See pattern for finishing.
diagram
Do you have a question? See a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.

The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size is only meant as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.

The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch

The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.

The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.

Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.

See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?

All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.

Click here for an overview of the yarns in each yarn group

At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn calculator, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the calculator will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).

If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be calculated separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.

Click here to see our yarn calculator

Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn calculator, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.

It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.

The yarn calculator will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.

If you think it's hard to decide what size to make, it can be a good idea to measure a garment you own already and like the size of. Then you can pick the size by comparing those measures with the ones available in the pattern's size chart.

You'll find the size chart at the bottom of the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read size chart

The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.

Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a tension/gauge swatch

Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.

The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.

When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.

When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.

When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.

When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.

When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.

The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.

The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

The total width of the garment (from wrist-to-wrist) will be larger in the larger sizes, despite the actual sleeves being shorter. The larger sizes have longer sleeve caps and wider shoulders, so there will be a good fit in all sizes.

The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder closest to the neckline, and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.

On a jacket measures are never taken along bands, unless specifically stated. Always measure inside band stitches when measuring the length.

See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing

Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.

Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.

The rib edge is more elastic and will contract slightly compared to, for example, stocking stitch. By increasing before the rib edge, you avoid a visible difference in width between the rib edge and the rest of the body.

It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.

See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)

To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.

See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately

Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.

See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open

Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.

See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?

Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.

Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!

If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.

Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.

All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.

Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding

Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:

1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.

2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.

3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.

4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.

Pilling is a natural process that happens to even the most exclusive of fibers. It's a natural sign of wear and tear that is hard to avoid, and that is most visible in high friction areas of your garment like a sweater's arms and cuffs.

You can make your garment look as new by removing the pilling, using a fabric comb or a pill/lint remover.

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Comments / Questions (15)

country flag Cornelia Wolf wrote:

Hallo, ich möchte den Schal nicht so breit mit 102 Maschen häkeln. Durch wieviel muss die Maschenzahl teilbar sein? Lg. und vielen Dank!

16.01.2020 - 15:52

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Frau Wolf, dann Sollen Sie 12 Luftmaschen weniger für jeden A.2 weniger anschlagen. Viel Spaß beim Häkeln!

16.01.2020 - 16:19

country flag Kathy wrote:

So pleased with pattern so far... this is beautiful. I am stumped on the "finish" though. Do I begin with the short side or the long? Please help! Thanks. Kathy

27.02.2016 - 00:47

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Kathy, The shawl is worked starting from one end (short side) to the other end. When piece measures 168 cm (after a row 4), work a finishing row as stated under "FINISH" + 1 sc row then work 1 sc row on the other short side (along foundation chain). Happy crocheting!

27.02.2016 - 16:05

country flag Sandra Snoeren wrote:

I think that the patern is different than the picture.... And i really want to make it but its not possible. Tour nr 2 isnt possible because i think there is a mistake

14.07.2015 - 20:56

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs Snoeren, the video below shows how to work diagram to this scarf. Happy crocheting!

28.07.2015 - 11:17

country flag Joyce Van Der Velden wrote:

Beste mevrouw, meneer. Ik ben begonnen met deze sjaal. Gaandeweg heb ik zitten kijken en naar mijn idee is het resultaat op de foto een ander patroon dan het resultaat van het patroon dat beschreven staat. Ook erg mooi, maar volgens mij dus twee verschillende sjaals. Ik ben benieuwd of het klopt wat ik denk. Alvast dank voor uw reactie. Met vriendelijke groet, Joyce van der Velden

14.05.2015 - 10:04

country flag Charlene wrote:

I have an "ICE Yarn" that is 10% Alpaca/ 25% Wool/ 65% Acrylic. The initial yarn strand is fairly thin with a fuzzy feel to it. Was wondering what your thoughts were trying to use this type of yarn for this project. Different hook size, etc?

04.01.2015 - 18:52

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Charlene, please click click here for all relevant informations about our yarn - please contact the store where you bought your yarn for any individual assistance. Happy crocheting!

05.01.2015 - 09:26

country flag Andien Oostveen wrote:

Een geweldige sjaal om te maken en te dragen.

03.01.2015 - 11:15

country flag Sandy wrote:

I haven't crocheted in such a long time but this shawl is gorgeous and I am tearing out the knitted one I just started so that I can attempt this one...wish me luck!

15.07.2014 - 22:56

country flag Laurie wrote:

I'm confused as to how much of the Drops yarn I need to purchase for this pattern in a large. Thank you! :)

11.05.2014 - 05:05

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Laurie, you will need 300 g DROPS Cotton Merino for this shawl - measurements are given while working and after blocking (it will be then somewhat less width but longer). Happy crocheting!

12.05.2014 - 09:51

country flag Deborah David wrote:

Print the pattern function doesn't work. Please HELP!

01.05.2014 - 20:22

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs David, please first check that your browser allows pop'up windows, then click on "Print:pattern", a new window will open with an add, in this window, click on "Print the pattern" to launch printing. Happy crocheting!

02.05.2014 - 10:01

country flag Maura O'Neill wrote:

I was wondering what the multiples are in the foundation chain to make this shawl wider. Thank you.

26.04.2014 - 16:26

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Mrs O'Neill, to get 1 extra repeat, add 12 sts (1 time A.2), to get 2 extra repeats, add 24 sts (2 times A.2) and so on. Happy crocheting!

28.04.2014 - 10:07