Step into the season with the Crochet Harvest Moon Pocket Shawl, a beautifully crafted piece that combines fashion with functionality. This shawl sports a warm, inviting look and comes equipped with handy pockets for those chilly autumn days.
Crochet Harvest Moon Pocket Shawl
Its design, inspired by the soft glow of a harvest moon, gives you a touch of elegance while keeping you cozy. Perfect for a leisurely walk through falling leaves or enjoying a quiet evening by the fire. This shawl is not just a garment and it's a cozy companion that adds a sprinkle of magic to your autumn wardrobe.
Materials Needed:
- Yarn of any color choice (The example uses Snuggly Wiggly by Loops and Threads in Soft Lilac)
- Number 4 crochet hook
- Yarn needle
- Stitch marker
- Scissors
Pattern Overview:
The shawl is worked in parts, starting with a ribbed section that forms the main body, followed by a decorative edge with "V" designs, optional side ribbing for additional width, and finally pockets with a button detail for practicality and style.
Step-by-Step Pattern:
Starting the Shawl:
- Foundation Chain: Create a slip knot and chain 12. This forms the base of your pocket shawl. Ensure the chains are a bit loose.
- Row 1 (Rib Stitch Base): Single crochet into the second chain from the hook and each chain across. You'll have 11 stitches. Chain 1 and turn.
- Row 2+: Continue working in back loop only single crochet (BLO SC) for each row until your piece measures around 60 inches or your desired length for the shawl. Remember to chain 1 and turn at the end of each row.
Adding the Design:
- After completing the ribbed body, chain 1 and turn to work on the design. Start a row with a single crochet (SC), followed by a chain 1 space, and repeat across. This creates a base for the decorative pattern.
- Continue with a new design pattern involving double crochets (DC) and chain spaces. Chain 3 (counts as the first DC), then work 5 more DCs in the next stitches, chain 1, skip a space, and repeat the sequence. Finish with a DC in the final stitch of the row.
Single Crochet Row: After the DC row, work a SC row across, skipping over chain 1 spaces.
The "V" Design:
- The pattern includes a series of "V" stitches made by working triple crochets around posts and creating spaces. Follow the video description for the series of yarn overs and stitching through posts to achieve this look. Continue this pattern until you reach the desired number of rows.
- Optionally, add ribbing to the sides of the shawl if additional width is required, using the same BLO SC technique as the body.
Adding the Pockets:
- Create a slip knot, chain 19, and work rows of BLO SC, decreasing at the start of certain rows to create a slanted edge for the pocket.
- After achieving the slanted shape, work straight BLO SC rows until the pocket reaches the desired height.
- To make the pocket appear more defined and stand out, add a row of back loop half double crochets (BLHDC) before continuing with regular HDC rows. This creates a fold for the pocket.
- Finish by sewing on a button and attaching the pocket to the shawl, ensuring its placement matches your preferences for functionality and design.
Final Touches:
Finish off all loose ends with your yarn needle, ensuring everything is secured and neatly tucked away.
Additional Notes:
- Always check your gauge if you wish the shawl to fit a particular size or if you're using a different yarn type.
- Adjustments can be made to the length of the shawl body or the size of the pockets by adding or reducing rows according to personal preference.
