Crochet Little Shrug
Crochet Little Shrugs are adorable and versatile additions to any wardrobe. They are perfect for adding a touch of warmth on breezy days or creating a stylish layering piece for any outfit. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a beginner looking for a fun project, making your own little shrug can be a rewarding and creative experience. With endless patterns and colors to choose from, you can personalize your shrug to fit your unique style. Plus, they make great gifts for friends and family! So grab your crochet hook and some yarn, and get ready to stitch up a charming little shrug that will sure to become a staple in your closet.
FINISHED SIZES
Instructions given fit size small/medium; changes for large/X-large and 2X-large/3X-large are in [].
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Depth: 11 1/2 inches (small/medium) [13 1/4 inches (large/X-large), 15 1/2 inches (2X-large/3X-large)]
Width: 24 3/4 inches (small/medium) [25 1/2 inches (large/X-large), 26 1/2 inches (2X-large/3X-large)]
MATERIALS
Berroco Weekend DK light (DK) weight acrylic/cotton yarn (3 1/2 oz/268 yds/100g per ball):
3 [3,3] balls #2979 rose
Size G/6/4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Tapestry needle
GAUGE 9 dc = 2 inches; 5 dc rows = 2 inches
PATTERN NOTES
Weave in ends as work progresses.
Chain-3 at beginning of row or round counts as first double crochet unless otherwise stated.
Join with slip stitch as indicated unless otherwise stated.
Follow the odd rows of chart left to right and the even rows right to left.
For the first block of a row, work a beginning block.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Beginning block (beg block): Ch 3 (see Pattern Notes), dc in each of 2 indicated sts.
Block: Dc in each of next 2 indicated sts
Mesh: Ch 1, sk next st, dc in next st.
SHRUG
Row 1: Ch 113 [117, 121], dc in 3rd ch from hook (3 sk chs count as first dc) and in each ch across, turn. (55 [57, 59] blocks)
Row 2: Beg block (see Special Stitches), block (see Special Stitches) 54 [56, 58] times, turn.
Row 3: Beg block, 2 blocks, 49 [51, 53] mesh (see Special Stitches), 3 blocks, turn. (6 [6, 6] blocks, 49 [51,53] mesh)
Note: Using Special Stitches, work the following rows following Chart.
Rows 4-29 [4-33, 4-39]: Follow chart. At the end of last row, do not fasten off.
FINISHING
Assembly
Fold in half lengthwise with RS on inside, ch 1, working through last row and foundation ch, sc in each of next 7 dc, fasten off. Rep on other side.
Edging
Rnd 1: With WS facing, join (see Pattern Notes) yarn to any st of row 29 [33, 39], ch 3, dc in each st around to seam, dc in same st as last sc from seam made, working in rem lps of foundation ch, dc in each foundation ch around to next seam, dc in same st as last sc from seam made, dc in each rem st of row 29 [33, 39], join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3. (196 [204, 212] dc)
Rnd 2: Ch 3, dc in each dc around, join in 3rd ch of beg ch-3, fasten off.
