Patterns

Honeycomb Shawl

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:35:45 GMT

The hexagonal crochet motifs of this colorful and light summer shawl share characteristics with mirrors used in astronomical telescopes.

Designer: Kathy Merrick

Finished Size: 60" long, 14" wide.

Yarn: Blue Sky Alpacas Alpaca Silk (50% alpaca, 50% silk; 146 yd [133 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #133 blush (MC), 3 skeins; #129 amethyst (A), #136 sapphire (B), #128 plum (C), #148 peridot (D); 1 skein each.

Hook Size: F/5 (3.75mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle.

Gauge: Each motif = 4" after blocking.

Mehndi Necklace

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:23:33 GMT

Mehndi, or henna tattoo art, inspired this delicate crochet motif. The mesh choker is joined with a crochet button.

Designer: Lori M. Carlson

Finished Size: Medallion: 4¼" diameter from point to point, blocked; neckband: 13¼" long, blocked.

Yarn: Lizbeth Size 20 thread (100% Egyptian cotton; 210 yd [191 m]/¾ oz [25 g]): #682 country grape dk (MC), #636 country grape lt (CC); one ball each. Thread distributed by Handy Hands.

Hook Size: 12 (1.25 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle; st markers (m).

Gauge: Rnds 1-5 = 1".

Ennis Shawl

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:19:13 GMT

This Tunisian crochet shawl is worked corner to corner, with Tunisian filet crochet defining the row edges. The staggered open squares along the edge are reminiscent of Frank Lloyd Wright's Mayan-inspired Ennis House in Los Feliz, south of Griffith Park. Use just one skein for a quick neck scarf version of the two skein shawl shown here.

Designer: Vashti Braha

Finished Size: Triangular shawl: About 62" wide from point to point and 25" long at deepest point of triangle. If one skein is used instead of two, the finished triangular neck wrap is about 50" wide from point to point and 20" long at deepest point of triangle.

Yarn: Southwest Trading Co. Bamboo (100% bamboo; 250 yd [229 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #128 ocean life, 2 skeins.

Hook Size: G/6 (4 mm) Tunisian crochet hook, at least 13" long. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: St marker (m); yarn needle.

Gauge: 16 tss sts and 6 rows in patt = 4" before blocking. The bamboo yarn relaxes dramatically with simple damp blocking, allowing final size of shawl to inc a bit in width. To measure gauge, work first 8 rows of patt.

Soleil Lariat

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:09:00 GMT

This crochet lariat is worked in one continuous piece in a variation of the sun motif in the Solar Wrap.

Designer: Daniela Nii

Finished Size: About 40" long, including motif spray.

Yarn: Austermann Algarve (100% Mako cotton mercerized and gassed; 155 yd [142 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #0036, 1 ball. Yarn distributed by Skacel.

Hook Size: E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle.

Gauge: 1 motif = 1½" wide and 1¼" long.

Solar Wrap

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 18:05:44 GMT

Worked continuously in five strips, this crochet shawl comes together in the final round of the short strips so you can wrap yourself in sunshine even on cloudy days.

Designer: Daniela Nii

Finished Size: About 14½" wide and 65" long.

Yarn: Austermann Algarve (100% Mako cotton mercerized and gassed; 155 yd [142 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #0036, 6 skeins. Yarn distributed by Skacel.

Hook Size: E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle.

Gauge: 1 motif = 2½" square worked through Rnd 5 of long strip; blocked.

Topanga Tunic

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 04:07:48 GMT

Fine-weight linen is crocheted into a lovely flowing fabric with Solomon's knots. The knots are also worked into the crochet motifs at the border and minisleeves. Made in two pieces with raglan shaping, the tunic is seamed at the sides with single crochet added for structure.

Designer: Dora Ohrenstein

Finished Size: 32½ (39, 42½, 52, 58½)" bust circumference; 35 (42, 49, 56, 63)" hip circumference. Garment shown measures 39", modeled with 5" ease. Garment is meant to be worn with 4-6" ease.

Yarn: Louet Euroflax Sport Weight (100% linen; 270 yd [247 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): rose, 2 (3, 3, 3, 4) skeins.

Hook Sizes: C/2 (2.75 mm), D/3 (3.25 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Blocking pins; yarn needle.

Gauge: Motif = 3" square with smaller hook before blocking and 3½" square after blocking; 3 Solomon's Knot diamonds = 3¼" with smaller hook.

Zuma Skirt

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:57:43 GMT

This seamless crochet skirt begins with a waistband foundation worked sideways, in one step creating a pretty finished edge, holes for threading a drawstring, and a starting round for the solid crochet fabric. Vertical lines of Solomon's Knots act as gores, making a gentle curve at the hip and eventually kicking out the flared hem.

Designer: Doris Chan

Finished Size: 27 (31½, 36, 40½)" waist circumference; 33 (37½, 42, 46½)" hip circumference; 22½ (22½, 23½, 23½)" long, including waistband. Garment shown measures 31½".

Yarn: Tahki Yarns Tahki Cotton Classic Lite (100% mercerized cotton; 146 yd [135 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #4461 light plum 5 (6, 7, 8) hanks. Yarn distributed by Tahki-Stacy Charles Inc.

Hook Sizes: 7 (4.5 mm); G/6 (4 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle.

Gauge: 18 sts and 9 rows = 4½" in base patt with larger hook; 1 love knot column = 1" wide.

Sister Act Shawl and Shrug

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:48:09 GMT

Two small seams convert a crochet shawl into a shrug-the swath is made of a vintage love knot pattern consisting of petite love knots set off with rows of double crochet. The alpacawool- Tencel blend yarn gives love knots a charming sheen and drape.

Designer: Vashti Braha

Finished Size: Scarf (unseamed): About 8 (8, 10)" wide and 69 (72, 78)" long. Vest, blocked and hung (as worn): 12 (13½, 15)" center back width and 18 (18, 20)" long from back neck to hem with collar unfolded. Sample shown in smallest size.

Yarn: The Alpaca Yarn Company Astral (50% tencel, 30% alpaca, 20% merino; 197 yd [180 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #8532 Aires or #8100 white, 2 (3, 4) skeins.

Hook Size: H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle; five st markers (m) for vest option.

Gauge: 10 dc = 3" and 8 rows = 3¾" in lace patt.

Love is a Rose Shawl

Toni Rexroat — Tue, 21 May 2013 03:30:19 GMT

A row of roses defines a swath of lover's knots in this airy crochet shawl. The shamrock dangles beg to frolic in an ocean breeze. This design was awarded first place for accessories in the 2012 Crochet Guild of America design contest.

Designer: Kathryn White

Finished Size: 62" wide, 30" deep.

Yarn: Lorna's Laces Helen's Lace [50% silk 50% wool hand dyed; 1,250 yd [1,138 m]/4 oz [114 g]): #412 Campbell, 1 skein.

Hook Size: E/4 (3.5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle; stitch markers (m).

Gauge: 9 Love Knots = 5" and 8 rows = 4".

Electra Wrap

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:00:41 GMT

Two ethereal yarns are combined in a starry love knot mesh, resulting in a heavenly cloud. The lacy mohair love knots create quiltlike air bubbles, making this crochet wrap warmer than it looks. The reversible wrap, which incorporates strategies that are handy to know when crocheting love knots, is edged as you crochet it in one continuous piece.

Designer: Vashti Braha

Finished Size: 18" wide and 61" long.

Yarn: S. Charles Collezione Crystal (85% polyester, 15% cotton; 144 yd [131 m]/¾ oz [25 g]): #11 (light blue with light blue sequins), 3 skeins.

S. Charles Collezione Luna (71% super kid mohair, 20% silk, 9% lurex; 232 yd [212 m]/¾ oz [25 g]): #25 blue moon, 2 skeins. Yarns distributed by Tahki-Stacy Charles Inc.

Hook Size: H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle.

Gauge: 4 sts = 5" and 8 rows = 4½" in patt.

Hibiscus Tunic

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:48:20 GMT

This classic mesh layer, punctuated with slimming lines of floral crochet motifs, is just right over a skirt, pants, or bathing suit.

Designer: Mimi Alelis

Finished Size: 38 (43, 47)" bust circumference. Garment is designed to be worn with 2 to 4" positive ease. Garment shown measures 38", modeled with 1 ease. Finished length: 28 (28, 30)".

Yarn: Aunt Lydia's Classic Crochet Thread size 10 (100% Mercerized cotton; 350 yd [320 m]/3 oz [85 g]): #424 light peach, 4 (5, 6) balls. Thread distributed by Coats & Clark.

Hook Size: C/2 (2.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: St markers (m); yarn needle.

Gauge: 30 sts and 14 rows = 4" in main st patt.

Dahlia Shrug

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:35:12 GMT

Richly pedaled floral crochet motifs are joined to create a garment that gives any outfit a pop of color and elegance.

Designer: Jenny King

Finished Size: 38¼ (41, 43¼, 46, 48¼)" bust circumference. Garment shown measures 38¼", modeled with 4" ease.

Yarn: Omega Dalia (100% cotton; 404 yd [370 m]/3½ oz [100 g]): #586 jade, 2 (2, 3, 3, 4) balls. Yarn distributed by Creative Yarn Source.

Hook Size: D/3 (3.25 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: St marker (m); yarn needle.

Gauge: 1 motif = 5" square; 33 sts and 13 rows = 4" in mesh patt.

Palm Tunic

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:19:43 GMT

This airy crochet motif tunic dresses up or down with ease. Made in a cotton-bamboo blend that has both lightness and drape, it slides easily over a bathing suit during the day and over capris or a summer skirt in the evening.

Designer: Cristina Mershon

Finished Size: 33 (44, 55)" bust circumference. Garment shown measures 33", modeled with 1" ease.

Yarn: Valley Yarns Southwick (52% pima cotton, 48% bamboo viscose; 105 yd [96 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #13 iguana, 12 (13, 19) balls. Yarn distributed by WEBS.

Hook Size: C/2 (2.75 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle.

Ventura Vest

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:40:07 GMT

Crochet grannies take a supporting role as pockets on this long, textured open vest worked in Tunisian lace and Tunisian solid stitch. Add this bit of color to any outfit-it would be great with shorts and a tee!

Designer: Robyn Chachula

Finished Size: 34¼ (37¼, 40¼, 43¼, 46¼, 49¼)" bust circumference. Garment shown measures 34¼", modeled with ¼" ease. Garment is meant to be worn with 2" of ease.

Yarn: Plymouth Yarn Cleo (100% mercerized pima cotton; 125 yd [114 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #0133 peony (A), 2 (2, 3, 3, 3, 3) hanks; #0136 pink (B), 6 (7, 8, 9, 9, 10) hanks.

Hook Sizes: 7 (4.5 mm) and H/8 (5 mm). Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: St markers (m); blocking pins and spray bottle; yarn needle.

Gauge: 8 dc-cl = 4" and 8 rows = 4½" in lace patt with smaller hook; 16 sts and 16 rows = 4" in rib patt with larger hook.

Arroyo Seco Top

Toni Rexroat — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:33:38 GMT

Nothing frees your inner Bohemian like crochet granny squares! Here, a central vertical line of grannies slims the figure, and a slimming solid-color open grid is shaped to the waist.

Designer: Theresa Schabes

Finished Size: 29 (31, 34½, 36, 39¾, 43½)" bust circumference. Garment shown measures 29" modeled with 5" ease.

Yarn: Classic Elite Yarns Firefly (75% viscose, 25% linen; 155 yd [142 m]/1¾ oz [50 g]): #7719 (MC), 5 (5, 6, 8, 9 10) balls; #7757, #7781, #7795, 1 ball each.

Hook Size: C/2 (2.75 mm) or D/3 (3.25 mm) or E/4 (3.5 mm) Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

Notions: Yarn needle; 4 st markers (m).

Gauge: Motif = 31⁄8" square with C/2 (2.75 mm) hook, 3¼" with D/3 (3.25 mm) hook and 3¾" with E/4 (3.5 mm) hook.