Cosy, squishy and huge, this free pattern for a crochet shawl makes a lovely crochet blanket scarf to add style to your winter outfits. Wear it as a wrap around your shoulders, or as a cosy scarf to drape around your neck to keep those cold winds at bay.
Omna Shawl – Omna is the Irish word for Oak tree. On the day we took these pictures, I remember looking around at the beautiful trees and seeing oak leaves on the ground.
The pattern is an easy design. The first few rows require concentration, but I have included step by step photos to help the process. I used 2 balls of King Cole Curiosity yarn to make my shawl, but any DK weight yarn would work as well. Gradient cake yarns makes a gorgeous wrap, and only a few threads to weave in! I included the multiples for the pattern, so you can make your shawl any width you choose.
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Materials
King Cole Curiousity DK/100% acrylic,150g/480m/524yds
2 balls in Sunset 2894
4.5mm Crochet Hook
You can use any DK weight yarn to achieve a similar effect
Notes
- Shawl is a long rectangle approx. 70in (178cm) length x 18in (46cm) wide
- The wrap can be made longer or wider by working more pattern repeats. This will alter the amount of yarn required.
- Pattern multiple is 16 chains + 4 ch
- You can use any weight yarn and matching hook to achieve a similar effect.
- Includes written instructions. Pattern written in US crochet terms with UK terms in table below
- Pay careful attention to first 3 rows until pattern is established. Photo tutorial may be helpful
- Gauge is not important
Measurements
70in (178cm) length x 18in (46cm) wide – without fringing
Abbreviations
| US Crochet Terms
Dc double crochet Ch chain Rep repeat Beg beginning Sp space T-ch turning chain |
UK Crochet Terms
Tc treble crochet Ch chain Rep repeat Beg beginning Sp space T-ch turning chain |
Read on for instructions, and there is a picture tutorial further down the page
Instructions (US Terms)
Ch 100
(tip – add a few extra chains in case you miss one, you can always undo extra later)
Row 1: 1 dc into 5th ch from hook, [ch 1, skip 1 ch, dc into next ch] twice. Ch 1, skip 1 ch, * [dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch, skip 1 ch, [dc into next ch, ch 1, skip 1 ch] twice, dc in next ch, skip next 3 ch, [dc in next ch, ch 1, skip next ch] 3 times; rep from * to last 10 ch, [dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch, skip next ch, [dc into next ch, ch 1, skip next ch] twice, dc into next ch, skip 2 ch, dc into last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3, skip first 2 dc, and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times, [dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch-1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp, * skip next ch-1 sp, next 2 dc and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times, [dc, ch-1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp; rep from * to last 2 dc, skip last 2 dc, dc into 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, skip first 2 dc, and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times, [dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch-1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp, * skip next ch-1 sp, next 2 dc and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times, [dc, ch-1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp; rep from * to last 2 dc, skip last 2 dc, dc into 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
Repeat row 3 until you have reached the length you require, or run out of yarn! I made a total of 104 rows using 2 cakes of yarn. I left enough for fringing. Weave in all threads
Finishing
Block shawl by pinning into shape and steaming gently. Cut lengths of yarn approx. 10-12in [25-30cm] long. I used 6 lengths for one side, and 7 lengths for the other side (total of 13) You will need 10-15 lengths of yarn for each fringe piece, depending how thick you want your fringe. Fold each piece in half and attach to the points on both ends of wrap.
**You can purchase an INEXPENSIVE PDF of the Omna Shawl pattern on Ravelry
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Instructions with Picture Tutorial
Ch 100
tip – add a few extra chains in case you miss one, you can always undo extra later)
Row 1: 1 dc into 5th ch from hook, [ch 1, skip 1 ch, dc into next ch] twice, ch 1, skip 1 ch, * [dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch,
skip 1 ch, [dc into next ch, ch 1, skip 1 ch] twice, dc in next ch, skip next 3 ch, [dc in next ch, ch 1, skip next ch] 3 times;
rep from * to last 10 ch, [dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch, skip next ch, [dc into next ch, ch 1, skip next ch] twice, dc into next ch, skip 2 ch, dc into last ch, turn.
Row 2: Ch 3, skip first 2 dc, and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times,
[dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch-1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp, * skip next ch-1 sp, next 2 dc and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times,
[dc, ch-1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp; rep from * to last 2 dc, skip last 2 dc, dc into 4th ch of beg ch-4, turn.
Row 3: Ch 3, skip first 2 dc, and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times, [dc, ch 1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch-1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp, * skip next ch-1 sp, next 2 dc and next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] 3 times, [dc, ch-1] 4 times into next ch-1 sp, [dc into next ch-1 sp, ch 1] twice, dc into next ch-1 sp; rep from * to last 2 dc, skip last 2 dc, dc into 3rd ch of beg ch-3, turn.
Repeat row 3 until you have reached the length you require, or run out of yarn! I made a total of 104 rows using 2 cakes of yarn. I left enough for fringing. Weave in all threads
Finishing
Block shawl by pinning into shape and steaming gently. Cut lengths of yarn approx. 10-12in [25-30cm] long. I used 6 lengths for one side, and 7 lengths for the other side (total of 13) You will need 10-15 lengths of yarn for each fringe piece, depending how thick you want your fringe. Fold each piece in half and attach to the points on both ends of wrap.
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17 Comments
Rose
February 7, 2019 at 7:36 pmThis is such an elegant pattern.
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February 7, 2019 at 8:35 pmThank you! The yarn colours are so muted and gentle in that colourway:)
Emily
February 8, 2019 at 11:52 amThank you for the pattern. Love the colours. So pretty.
Have a nice day.
Sweet greetings,
Emily
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February 8, 2019 at 6:21 pmThank you! I appreciate your kind words x
Kayte Costello
November 19, 2019 at 11:01 pmThis pattern is so pretty and fun and easy! I just started it the other day and it’s working up so quickly and I can already tell that I’ll be making more 🙂 Thanks for the pictures, they really helped me get the hang of it in the beginning!
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November 20, 2019 at 10:24 amThank you! I love a relaxing repeat pattern, perfect for chilling in the evening. I am so pleased the pictures helped!
mary hessel
October 24, 2019 at 8:58 pmAre there corrections in this pattern?
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October 24, 2019 at 9:55 pmHi Mary. I have not received any feedback that the pattern needed corrections but I am always happy to listen! Feel free to email me: [email protected]
Kayte Costello
November 23, 2019 at 3:52 amI am finishing up my shawl and I love this pattern so much. I really want to make one as a throw blanket for my couch. I know that it says the pattern repeat is 16+4. But I want to be sure that my foundation chain is correct. Do you have any idea of how many chains I should start with to make a throw? Thank you!!
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November 23, 2019 at 10:33 amHi Kayte! Thank you! The pattern would make a lovely throw. The amount of stitches would depend on a few factors – the weight of yarn you are using, and the width you want. My suggestion is – to make a small swatch first and use that to find your final measurement. It will be worth it:) Using the yarn and hook for your throw, chain 36 (2 pattern repeats + 4) and crochet approx 10 rows. Lay your swatch out carefully (make sure it is flat and not twisted), measure the width (you will have 2 repeats) and use that to give you an approx. measurement. Eg. if your measurement is 10in, you will know that 1 pattern repeat will be 5in. If you want a throw 50in wide, you will need to make a starting chain of 16 chain [+ 4] x 10 = 160 chain. Hope that makes sense!
Kayte Costello
November 23, 2019 at 12:15 pmThat makes sense!! Thank you so much for your help 🙂
Juanita Rynearson
April 20, 2020 at 1:47 amI have a hard time reading directions and I’m only good at diagrams. I really want to master this scarf as it’s a simple pattern but I am loosing. I use a larger hook for the foundation row however my problem begins on the second row. I am trying but close to tears.
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April 20, 2020 at 7:39 amHi Juanita. I am sorry you are having difficulty. The beginning of the pattern does require careful counting but once you have that established, its all easy repeat from there. The picture tutorial provided should help you with stitch placement. Try again and hopefully it will work for you!
Amy Fent
May 25, 2020 at 11:57 amHi,
I have never read a pattern before, only used you tube videos but really like this one – I have looked on your channel but can’t seem to find it.
Is there a video tutorial for this?
If not – can you advise why there are sections in brackets – are these steps different to the non bracketed steps?
I really want to try this but am literally stuck on the first line of instruction :'(
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May 25, 2020 at 2:42 pmHi Amy, I do understand how a video can help. I have been planning videos with a while but I’m still not there yet (poor internet connection!) The instructions inside the brackets are to be crocheted the amount of times it says after each one. Example: Row 1: 1 dc into 5th ch from hook, [ch 1, skip 1 ch, dc into next ch] twice. (follow instructions inside brackets 2 times) Ch 1, skip 1 ch, * [dc, ch 1] (follow instructions inside brackets 4 times) 4 times into next ch,…..and so on
Give it a go and try repeating the instructions out loud as you work (I find it helps!) and I hope it will become clear. Once you get past the first 3 rows, you will fly along.
Amy Fent
May 25, 2020 at 3:34 pmThank you – will try again
samantha costello
January 7, 2021 at 9:04 pmI feel the same way, I was sight taught so learning from a pattern like this without a video has been a tough struggle! I hope it worked out for you, but I’ll be looking for something else sadly.