This Lace Edge Crocheted Shawl is a timeless design that combines delicate texture with elegant simplicity. Featuring a classic openwork pattern, the shawl is both lightweight and versatile, making it perfect for layering over evening wear or casual outfits. The intricate lace edging adds a touch of sophistication, while the airy drape ensures a comfortable fit. Whether you’re crafting this shawl as a gift or for yourself, it’s sure to become a treasured piece in any wardrobe.
Modernized with today’s materials and techniques, this pattern offers flexibility to suit your preferences. While originally designed with size 10 crochet thread, it can also be worked in light fingering weight yarn for a slightly warmer and cozier finish. The stitch repetition is simple and meditative, making it an enjoyable project for both beginner and experienced crocheters. With customization options for size, you can tailor this shawl to your exact needs.
Whether you’re looking for a thoughtful handmade gift or a personal accessory, this shawl is an ideal project. Its classic design ensures it remains stylish across seasons, and the intricate lace detail showcases your crochet skills. The finished piece is sure to impress, offering a perfect blend of beauty and practicality.
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To help bring this design to life, we’ve included an AI-generated image of the finished pattern alongside the original vintage illustration. The original image highlights the charm and craftsmanship of the vintage design, while the AI rendering provides a detailed and colorized view of how the completed sweater will look. This combination ensures you have both a historical reference and a modern interpretation to guide you in your crafting journey.
This pattern is transformed, adapted, and expanded from a public domain design originally published in Easy to Make Hats, Scarves and Accessories by The Spool Cotton Company Book No. 192 (1943). While the original design is in the public domain, the rewritten instructions and supplementary content on this site are © Tiffany Bliss Mullins, 2025. All rights reserved. Have questions about this pattern, public domain, or copyright? Visit the FAQ page for answers and resources.
Lace Edge Crocheted Shawl Pattern
Materials
- Original Yarn: J. & P. Coats Knit-Cro-Sheen, 4 balls of White.
- Modern Equivalent: Size 10 crochet thread or light fingering weight yarn (#1), approximately 800–1000 yards.
- Crochet Hook: Steel Crochet Hook No. 1 (2.75 mm).
- Gauge: Not critical for this shawl, but consistent tension is recommended for an even drape.
Instructions
- Foundation Chain:
- Make a chain 12 inches long.
- Row 1:
- Starting in the 12th chain from the hook, work sc, ch 7, skip 4 ch, sc in next ch.
- Repeat from * across.
- Ch 7, turn.
- Row 2:
- Sc in next loop, ch 7.
- Repeat from * across.
- Ch 7, turn.
- Repeat Row 2 until the piece measures 36 inches in length.
Edging
- Set-Up Row:
- Ch 8, turn.
- In next loop, make (tr tr, ch 2) 5 times, then tr tr.
- In the next loop, make 7 tr tr, with ch 2 between each tr tr.
- Repeat from * along one short side, the long side, and the other short side.
- Ch 3, turn.
- Final Row:
- Sc in next ch-2 space, ch 3.
- Repeat from * across to the beginning of the previous row.
- Fasten Off:
- Cut the yarn/thread and weave in ends securely.
Finishing
- Blocking: Lightly block by dampening the shawl and pinning it to the desired shape. For thread, use a warm iron and damp cloth for a polished finish.
This elegant crocheted shawl is lightweight and timeless, perfect for evening wear or as a versatile accessory.
