Crochet Adorable Shrug

Create Your Own Charming Shrug with Crochet! Dive into the world of crochet and craft a delightful shrug that will add a touch of elegance to any outfit. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this project is perfect for anyone looking to showcase their skills and create a unique piece for their wardrobe. With just a few simple stitches and some beautiful yarn, you can bring your vision to life and make a statement with your handmade creation. Whether you prefer a classic design or something more modern and trendy, crochet allows you to customize every detail to make your shrug truly one-of-a-kind. So grab your crochet hook, pick out your favorite colors, and get ready to crochet your way to a fabulous new addition to your wardrobe!

Materials needed for this easy crochet shrug pattern.

Yarn – any 4 ply, #2 Fine weight yarn would be perfect. I made mine using Hobbii Cotton Kings.

Hook and other Materials

• US size G (4 mm) Crochet Hook
• Yarn needle

Gauge

20 sts over 10 rows = 10 cm /4” square made in dc.

Adjust hook size if necessary, to obtain gauge.

Crochet shrug pattern notes

1. Please kindly read through the pattern before starting.
2. Similar #2 weight yarn can be substituted; please check the gauge.
3. Chains at the beginning of the rows do count as a stitch.

Skill Level – Beginner

Terms – US Terminology

Stitches Abbreviations

Chain(s) – ch(s)

Single Crochet – sc

Double crochet – dc

Sizes/Color – XS (S, M, L, XL, 2Xl, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL)
Bust: 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50, 54, 58, 62)”
Length (Shoulder to under bust) – 12 (12, 14, 14, 14, 16, 16, 18, 18)”
Neckline Opening – 14 (16, 22, 25, 28, 28, 28, 28, 28)”
Armhole Depth – 24 (24, 28, 28, 28, 32, 32, 36, 36)”
Sleeve Length (Shoulder to Elbow) – 14”
Total Length (across both Elbows) – 43 (45, 47, 49, 51, 51, 51, 51, 51)”
The modeled garment is shown in Medium.

Construction Notes

1. This Shrug is worked in rows.
2. Both panels (front and Back) are made in one piece with a neck
   opening made midway.
3. The lower part of the shrug is then seamed together on either side, leaving the middle open.

Adjustments/fittings for the easy crochet shrug pattern

Length: Increase or decrease the repeat rows on the front panel

The starting chain should be the final Length across your elbows.

For a longer sleeve – Increase your starting chains.

I can’t wait to see your makes from my easy crochet shrug pattern.

Instruction for the easy crochet shrug

Section 1: Front panel
Chain 247 (259, 271, 283, 295, 295, 295, 295, 295)
Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook, *ch 2, skip next 2 ch, dc in next 2 chs, rep from * to end, turn. 124 (130, 136, 142, 148, 148, 148, 148, 148) dc 61 (64, 67, 70, 73, 73, 73, 73, 73) ch 2 sps.

Row 2: Ch 1, sc in next st, *ch 2, skip next ch sp, sc in next 2 sts, rep from * to end. turn. 124 (130, 136, 142, 148, 148, 148, 148, 148) sc
61 (64, 67, 70, 73, 73, 73, 73, 73) ch 2 sps.

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next st, *ch 2, skip next ch sp, dc in next 2 sts, rep from * to end, turn. 124 (130, 136, 142, 148, 148, 148, 148, 148) dc
61 (64, 67, 70, 73, 73, 73, 73, 73) ch 2 sps.

Rows 4 – 48 (48, 56, 56, 56, 64, 64, 72, 72): Rep Row 2 and 3.
End with Row 2.
For Tall Ladies, you might increase the number of repeats.

Section 2: Back Panel
Shape neckline
On either side, count 26th ch sp, place stitch marker on next st. Adjust the Chain space for a better Neckline fitting.

Row 1: Ch 3, dc in next st, *ch 2, skip next ch sp, dc in next 2 sts, rep from * till first st marker, ch 38 (50, 62, 74, 86, 86, 86, 86, 86), skip next 9 (12, 15, 18, 21, 21, 21, 21, 21) ch sps, dc in next stitch with the second marker, dc in next st, rep from * to end. 52 ch-2 sp, 100 dc.
Row 2: Ch 1, sc in next st, *ch 2, skip next ch sp, sc in next 2 sts, rep from * to end, turn. 124 (130, 136, 142, 148, 148, 148, 148, 148)
sc 61 (64, 67, 70, 73, 73, 73, 73, 73) ch 2 sps.

Row 3: Ch 3, dc in next st, *ch 2, skip next ch sp, dc in next 2 sts, rep from * to end, turn. 124 (130, 136, 142, 148, 148, 148, 148, 148)
dc, 61 (64, 67, 70, 73, 73, 73, 73, 73) ch 2 sps.

Rows 4 – 49 (49, 57, 57, 57, 65, 65, 73, 73):
Rep Rows 2 and 3.
End with Row 3.

To assemble –
• Fold Lengthwise, with the front panel over the back panel.
• Place a stitch marker on the 22nd ch sp on either side of the lower end of a shrug. You can adjust the placement of your stitch markers for a better fit around your Torso.
• Using a Darning needle, sew both panels together from the edge till first
stitch marker.
Or, Sc over both layers.
• Repeat on the other side.
• Sew in ends

• Block to measurements.