Free Crochet Ruffled Shawl Pattern

NEXT three stitches vs FIRST stitch

Row 36 indicates that you double crochet in the NEXT three stitches after the chain 3 is made not in the FIRST stitch after the chain 3. This is absolutely key otherwise you are left with a fifth stitch at the end of the row. I’ve often wondered why patterns don’t italicize subtle wording differences between rows as opposed to leaving it subtly written and updating the stitch map/image. In this case, rewording to chain 3, skip first stitch, double crochet in each of the next three stitches would have done it.

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Patern Errors and Vague Instructions Unfortunately

Working on this right now and disappointed in the pattern as well as myself. I didn't catch that the instructions for Row 36/38 didn't match the chart until I stuck on the first row of the Upper Ruffle. The trfp looks like it should only go 1 row below (which is how the French language instructions on the skein pattern I have translate) and not 2 rows below as the English instructions state. I donknow if that would help with my Upper Ruffle troubles as I can't identify what the 'free loops' of row 29 would be and the chart is no help. Row 29 is solid stitches, so what in the world qualifies as a free loop. If I go to the stitches I crocheted around in row 28 and only stitch in them, there are holes where I skip with no chaining the dc and that doesn't appear to match the chart or finished picture. Overall a 2 stars because cute but definitely suffering from pattern writing issues.

• We are sorry you are having difficulty with the Ruffled Shawl pattern, but we are here to help! The “free loops” from Row 29 are the front loops which were not worked into when you worked Row 30 in which the instructions say to work into the back loops only (dcbl). We do find that Rows 36/38 do match the diagram. If you’re not able to get it to work out, we would encourage you to double check your stitch count from the previous row(s). If your stitch count is off, it won’t work according to the instructions. To help with a visual, we have a video tutorial available. We have bookmarked it at the beginning of Row 30 for you so you can see the front loops when the back loops are being worked. https://youtu.be/SML1RZTWe7A?feature=shared&t=314 Happy stitching!

  spinrite2025-07-29T18:09:37.000+00:00

Not the best of patterns, but is pretty otherwise.

It was going okay with the pattern until the 30th row, when I counted and was 29 stitches short of the 181 the pattern says you should have. Followed it exactly. I believe that the maker was counting the 5 stitches (into the one below) at the centre point as 5 stitches, instead of the fact that you were only increasing 4 stitches (5 stitches into 1 stitch is only increasing by 4). So the rest of the ruffle I had to rethink what to do. As well, the 38th row doesn't make sense to do, as I can't figure out where to pick up the stitch below. So I skipped adding these last 2 rows. Not a very clearly written pattern in my eyes. I've been crocheting for 60 years, so not a beginner at reading patterns!

• Each row of the Crochet Ruffled Shawl pattern increases by 6 stitches. The first and last stitch of each row each have an increase of 1 stitch and the center stitch has an increase of 4 sts, which is a total of 6 sts increased per row. We have double checked the stitch counts just in case and they are correct as written. We hope this helps!

  spinrite2025-01-31T18:18:57.000+00:00

Make sure to swatch first

I love the pattern. I actually worked the back loops throughout and it gave it some depth. However, I made the mistake of not doing a swatch and ended making a shawl that was about 8 inches (wide) too short. Lesson learned.

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4

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More of a prayer shawl size

The pattern was fairly easy to follow and the finished product look OK however it was much smaller than the finished product pictured, even with double-checking hook and yarn gauge

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3

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• Thank you so much for trying our Caron Crochet Ruffled Shawl pattern! We appreciate that you took the time to share your thoughts. If you would like us to review the pattern, please email inquire@yarnspirations.mom and send a photo of the blocked finished product with a ruler showing the gauge. We can send this to our design team for review.

  spinrite2024-07-15T17:41:56.000+00:00

Wrong yarn/hook/gauge size

I tried making this shawl twice, and had to frog it, twice. The yarn that came with this pattern was too thick and heavy no matter what I tried. It was beautiful, but too heavy and small, no matter what I did

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5

Value of Product

5

• Wrong yarn/hook/gauge sizeI tried making this shawl twice, and had to frog it, twice. The yarn that came with this pattern was too thick and heavy no matter what I tried. It was beautiful, but too heavy and small, no matter what I didhttps://photos-us.bazaarvoice.com/photo/2/cGhvdG86c3BpbnJpdGU/2606178e-4532-5931-a4f8-2e1ecb7f7995

• If on gauge, and following the instructions, this shawl measures 12 inches in height and 63 inches in width before adding the border. The fabric should not be dense. You may want to go up in hook size if your gauge is too tight. This shawl will be heavier than a sport, fingering or lace shaw for sure. If you need assistance with a pattern, we are always happy to help. inquire@yarnspirations.mom

  spinrite2024-03-17T18:46:09.000+00:00

easy pattern but there are a few typos

The pattern has single crochets in rows 2 and 3 only on one side but when you look at the diagram, they should be double crochets. It happens again in row 37. Also the gauge isn't correct. If 14 rows is supposed to be 4 inches than 39 rows would be less than 16 inches (14*4=42, so then 4*4 = 16 inches) yet the measurements read 56 inches by 28 inches. 14 rows should be 10 inches for the math to work, not to mention you'd have to use a really small hook to get the gauge. Other than these typos, it's a really nice pattern and work wonderfully with this yarn. I did it in hibiscus and it's gorgeous

Upper ruffle row one confusion. I need an illustration other than the chart on how or where to "reach over" to get to row 29 free stitches on wrong side. How does the ruffle then appear on the right side? Thanks.

One of the reviews said the gauge isn’t correct, is this true?

Is the yarn Cinnamon Roll or Cinnamon Swirl? I am not hugely experienced and I am slowly losing confidence in the instructions that are published online.

Is there a knitting pattern for this shawl?

Working on the upper ruffle. How can I tell WS vs RS? I am fairly new to crocheting.

The pattern calls for STS.  How do you do that with a hook?

The written pattern for the first couple of rows (1-3) have single crochets on just one side and the rows aren't symmetrical. On the chart it looks like it's all double crochets. I'm confused which to follow? All dcs seems more correct.