Cover yourself in the comfort of the crochet Rosewood Shrug, made with care from the softest yarns that feel like a gentle hug. Its deep, woodsy hue complements any outfit, adding a layer of warmth and sophistication.
Crochet Rosewood Shrug
Perfect for those cooler evenings or adding an artistic touch to your look, this piece stands out for its intricate patterns. Whether you're out for a casual gathering or spending time at home, it brings a unique blend of style and coziness to your wardrobe.
Materials Needed
- One skein of Caron Jumbo size yarn in Rosewood color (tie-dye yarn)
- Two skeins of Simply Soft yarn in Plum Wine color (solid color yarn)
- Size K (6.5 mm) crochet hook
- Blunt needle
- Pair of scissors
- Measuring tape
- Markers
Pattern Instructions
Foundation Row
Using Rosewood color yarn (tie-dye yarn):
- Make a knot and chain 114.
- Single crochet in the second chain from the hook.
- Single crochet in the next stitch.
- Half double crochet in the next stitch.
- Double crochet in the next three stitches.
- Half double crochet in the next stitch.
- Single crochet in the next three stitches.
Repeat the pattern: half double crochet, double crochet in the next three stitches, half double crochet, single crochet in the next three stitches, across the row.
- End the row with single crochet in the last two stitches.
Row 1
Using Plum Wine color yarn (solid color yarn):
- Chain 1, turn, skip the first stitch, and single crochet in each stitch across.
- Continue until the end of the row.
- Change to Plum Wine color yarn.
Change to Plum Wine color yarn (solid color yarn):
Chain 3, turn, skip the first stitch, double crochet in the next stitch.
- Half double crochet in the next stitch.
- Single crochet in the next three stitches.
- Half double crochet in the next stitch.
- Double crochet in the next three stitches.
- Repeat the pattern: half double crochet, single crochet in the next three stitches, half double crochet, double crochet in the next three stitches, across the row.
- End the row with double crochet in the last two stitches.
Row 2
Using Plum Wine color yarn (solid color yarn):
- Chain 1, turn, skip the first stitch, single crochet in each stitch across.
- Continue until the end of the row.
- Change to Rosewood color yarn.
Row 3
Using Rosewood color yarn (tie-dye yarn):
- Chain 1, turn, skip the first stitch, and single crochet.
- Half double crochet in the next stitch.
- Double crochet in the next three stitches.
- Half double crochet in the next stitch.
- Single crochet in the next three stitches.
- Repeat the pattern: half double crochet, double crochet in the next three stitches, half double crochet, single crochet in the next three stitches, across the row.
- End the row with single crochet in the last two stitches.
Row 4
Using Rosewood color yarn (tie-dye yarn):
- Chain 1, turn, skip the first stitch, single crochet in each stitch across.
- Continue until the end of the row.
- Change back to Plum Wine color yarn.
Repeat Pattern
- Continue repeating Rows 1 to 4 until the piece measures around 36 inches or to your desired length.
Assembly
Fold the piece in half with the right side facing up (the right side is marked with the crochet hook at the top left corner).
Mark the armholes:
- From the folded side, measure 7 inches and place a marker.
- From the marker, attach both sides together with single crochet stitches.
Repeat on the other side.
Edging
For the edging:
Using Size K crochet hook and the Plum Wine color yarn:
- Insert the hook into the nearest stitch.
- Chain 1, single crochet in the same stitch.
- Skip the next stitch, and in the following stitch, work five double crochets (scallop).
- Skip the next stitch, single crochet in the next stitch.
- Repeat around the entire shrug opening.
Join with a slip stitch in the first single crochet.
- Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finished Piece
- Flip the piece right side out, weave in any remaining loose ends, and your shrug is ready to wear!
