The Coconut Grove Crochet Shawl border pattern offers a versatile and stylish way to finish off your shawl project. With two unique border options to choose from—the elegant double crochet border and the intricate extended shell border—this pattern allows you to customize the look to match your style.
Crochet Shawl
You can also enhance the shawl with beautiful fringe placement for both options, adding an extra touch of texture and flair. Whether you prefer a more minimalistic edge or something with a bit more visual interest, this pattern offers flexibility and creativity. Perfect for all skill levels, it’s an ideal way to showcase your crochet skills while creating a stunning final piece.
Materials and Preparation
- Yarn: Sugar Wheel 100% cotton yarn from Hobby Lobby
- Hook: Use the smaller hook for the filet crochet row and switch to the larger hook for the border
Border Options
- Option 1: Plain straight edge or shell version
Option 1: All Double Crochet Border
- Step 1: Begin with a chain three and turn.
- Step 2: Place two double crochets in the same beginning stitch.
- Step 3: Work two double crochets in every chain space and three double crochets in the center double crochet.
- Step 4: Repeat this pattern across to the other side.
- Step 5: Work two double crochets in the last space and three double crochets in the top of your chain three.
Fringe Placement for Double Crochet Border
- Option 1: Place fringe in every other stitch, skipping one stitch between each fringe.
- Option 2: Place fringe in every fourth double crochet.
- At the center point, place fringe in the double crochet to the right and left of the center, and in the center mark stitch.
Option 2: Extended Shell Border
- Step 1: Begin with a chain three.
- Step 2: Work five double crochets in the beginning chain space, totaling six with the initial chain three.
- Step 3: Skip the next box and work three double crochets.
- Step 4: Skip the next box, and work six double crochets (adding an increase).
- Step 5: Repeat the pattern of "skip a box, three double crochets; skip a box, six double crochets" up to the top.
- Step 6: At the center mark stitch, place six double crochets (no chain in between).
- Step 7: Continue the "skip three, skip six" pattern to the end.
- Step 8: In the last box, work five double crochets, with the sixth in the top of your chain three.
Fringe Placement for Shell Border
- Option 1: Place fringe in every other stitch, which will be in the center of each set of three double crochets.
- Option 2: Skip over the large shell and place fringe only in the center double crochet of each set of three.
- Step 3: At the top center, place fringe between the set of three double crochets.
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