The Akos Sideways Shawl is suitable for an advanced crocheter, this crochet pattern which features a filet crochet design, it’s simple but fun to make. Get the free pattern BELOW or purchase the ad free, printable PDF version here.
Design
Today’s free crochet pattern is the Akos Sideways Shawl, this is another filet crochet shawl design. Filet crochet stitches creates ‘holes’ in the fabric which makes a beautifully designed shawl. This particular shawl has small chain spaces and larger chain spaces to help keep it interesting. The Akos sideways shawl pattern is a three row repeat and is quite easy to remember As always if you would prefer to have a photo tutorial it is included in the paid pattern. I ended up working this shawl using Cascade 220 Aran in the color Dusky Violet and it looks really lovely and i think the color suits it really well!
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This version includes a photo tutorial and some helpful info if you are wanting to use thinner yarn!
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Yarn:
For this shawl pattern i used Cascade 220 which has an AMAZING amount of different shades which i absolutely love when choosing yarn for projects. It is made with 100% highland Peruvian wool and is perfect for shawl projects as it blocks so nicely as it really opens up the stitch definition and that is exactly what you want when blocking a shawl.
This yarn is classed as more of a high end yarn but when you are making a shawl that you want to last for years then you should go for a yarn that will stand the test of time and i really feel this yarn is perfect for that.
- 100 grams
- 220 yards /200 meters
- 100% wool
- This yarn is hand wash only / Cascade 220 superwash is machine washable
Buy the wool for this project HERE
Yarn Substitutions:
You can easily substitute the yarn i used for a more of an affordable yarn or one that is machine washable. Just remember acrylic yarn doesn’t wet block as well as wool but you could always carefully steam block your shawl.
- Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted
- Lion Brand Heartland Yarn
- Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice
- Cascade 220 Superwash – Superwash yarns will stretch more than other yarns
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Materials:
Size Width – 17 inches – Approx x Length – 71.75 inches – Approx
Gauge 16dc + 8 rows = 4 inches approx
Hook 5.5mm – US I/9
Yarn Weight Any Worsted/Aran yarn
Recommended Yarn Cascade 220
Colorway Dusky Violet
Yardage 750 yards
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Tapestry Needle – Weaving in ends
Abbreviations:
Ch Chain
Dc Double Crochet
St(s) Stitch(es)
Beg Beginning
Special Stitch:
Written In:
This pattern is written using American standard crochet terminology.
Notes:
- Ch1 at the start of each row does not count as a stitch
- Repeat what is in between the stars from * to * until the end of the row
- If you have ** in the row you are following – You will need to stop at ** near the end of the row and then follow the instructions before the word turn
- If you would like your shawl longer, carry on repeating rows 2-4 finishing on row 2 but please note you will need more yarn to do this.
- Read each row carefully before starting the row
Akos Sideways Shawl
Let’s get to the pattern!
Remember that you can choose the neat ad free, printable PDF version HERE which includes a photo tutorial of each repeating row and some helpful info if you are wanting to use thinner yarn!
R1. Ch68, 1dc in 2nd ch from hook, 1dc in next 2 chains * Ch1, skip next ch ** 1dc in next 5 chains * Repeat from * to * until 3 chains remain ending last repeat at ** 1dc in last 3 chains, turn (67sts)
R2. Ch1, 1dc in first 3dc, 1dc in ch1 space, 1dc in next 2dc * Ch1, skip next dc, 1dc in next 2dc, 1dc in ch1 space, 1dc in next 2dc * Repeat from * to * until 1dc remains, 1dc in last dc, turn
R3. Ch1, 1dc in first 2dc, ch3, skip next 3dc * 1dc in next dc, 1dc in ch1 space, 1dc in next dc, ch3, skip next 3dc * Repeat from * to * until 2dc remain, 1dc in last 2dc, turn
R4. Ch1, 1dc in first 2dc * Work (1dc, ch1, 1dc) in ch3 space ** 1dc in next 3dc * Repeat from * to * until 2dc remain ending last repeat at ** 1dc in last 2dc, turn
Repeat rows 2-4 until shawl measures 65 inches approx finishing on row 2.
Fasten off and weave in ends. Move on to blocking.
Blocking:
Don’t be scared to really stretch the shawl when blocking as it really opens up the stitches and gives them definition and makes your shawl lay completely flat.
Soak finished shawl for 20 minutes in cool water and squeeze excess water out gently. Do not twist. Lay damp shawl on blocking boards and stretch to 17 inch width x 71.75 inch length (or to your desired width and length) use blocking pins to hold in place. Let your shawl dry completely before unpinning.
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