What you'll need
| One size only: | 190 cm length- 60 cm width |
|---|---|
Lion Brand Wool Ease
Gold (171)
|
5 |
YKC042
|
8 |
King Cole Baby Alpaca DK
|
8 |
Sirdar Country Classic
|
8 |
Product Description
The easiest pattern to learn, resulting in the most stunning triangle shawl, with a strong spine and gorgeous honeycomb texture.
The pattern uses the Tunisian honeycomb stitch (alternating classic Tunisian simple stitches and purl stitches) to create two mirrored panes that grow on the bias and create a light curve on the top side of the shawl.
This makes the shawl drape nicely on your shoulders.
The honeycomb stitch is less easy to make than the usual Tunisian stitch, but it has the advantage that it doesn’t make the fabric curl, so you can wear your shawl right after finishing it, without having to block it.
Skill level
Intermediate or enthusiastic beginner - you need to know how to make Tunisian simple stitches, Tunisian purl stitches and Tunisian full stitches. You also need to know how to make regular crochet popcorn stitches.
There are videos available for both right-handed and left-handed crocheters.
Limonite Shawl by Andrea Crețu
What Is Being Made
The Limonite shawl is a triangle shawl designed as a beginner-friendly crochet project that delivers professional results. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a stunning wearable accessory featuring a strong structural spine and distinctive textured panes, making it an ideal project for crafters new to more advanced techniques.
Design and Construction
The shawl showcases a thoughtfully engineered construction with two mirrored panes that work symmetrically from a central spine. This balanced design creates visual interest while maintaining structural integrity. The pattern is specifically engineered to be approachable for beginners while producing results that appear far more complex than the actual skill level required.
Crochet Techniques and Stitches
Primary Technique: Tunisian crochet, a hybrid method combining elements of traditional crochet and knitting. This technique creates fabric with distinctive characteristics and visual depth.
Featured Stitch: The pattern centers on the Tunisian honeycomb stitch, which alternates between classic Tunisian stitches and Purl stitches. This alternating sequence builds the gorgeous honeycomb texture that gives the shawl its distinctive appearance and tactile quality. The honeycomb pattern creates a visually striking fabric while the construction method ensures the shawl maintains its shape and drape.
Yarn and Materials
- Yarn Weight: DK (Double Knit) weight yarn, providing an ideal balance of drape and stitch definition for displaying the honeycomb texture
- Tools Required: Crochet hook appropriate for DK weight yarn (specific size to be determined by pattern specifications)
Difficulty Level
Rated as a beginner pattern, the Limonite shawl is designed to introduce crocheters to Tunisian techniques without overwhelming complexity. Despite the beginner classification, the finished shawl delivers sophisticated results with professional-quality construction and appearance.
Pattern Format
This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, providing immediate access to complete instructions. The designer, Andrea Crețu, has also created video tutorials for both right-handed and left-handed crocheters, offering visual guidance alongside written pattern instructions.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Featured Products: | Sirdar Country Classic King Cole Baby Alpaca DK King Cole Merino Blend DK Lion Brand Wool Ease |
| Pages: | 8 |
| Designer: | Andrea Crețu |
| Craft: | Crochet |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | First make a swatch and then you'll know if 700-800 meters of yarn are enough for you or if you need to add more for a large enough shawl. |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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