Summer Nights Essential Crochet A Lightweight V-stitch Shrug Pattern For Chilly Nights

Snuggle up in style with a handmade Crochet V-stitch shrug that's perfect for breezy days and cool nights. This crochet project is fun to make, featuring the airy V-stitch that gives it a delicate texture. With just yarn and a hook, you'll whip up a cozy little number that adds a touch of charm to any outfit. Whether you're new to crochet or have been hooking for years, this pattern is a simple and satisfying way to make something beautiful you can wear with pride. So grab your tools, and let's make a lovely shrug you'll love to show off!

Crochet V-stitch Shrug

Materials Needed

Medium weight cotton yarn (YN Cotton Super Saver)
4 mm crochet hook
Scissors
Stitch markers
Darning Needle or Tapestry Needle
Measuring tape

Measurements and Starting Chain

Make a slip knot and chain until it stretches out to your shoulder-to-shoulder measurement (example: 17 inches, starting with 48 chains) plus an additional chain for turning, equaling a total of 49 chains. Make sure this is a multiple of four plus one extra chain.

Pattern Instructions

Row 1:

Start with a single crochet in the second chain from the hook.
Single crochet in each chain across until you reach the end.
You should have 48 single crochets (since starting chain was 49).

For Row 2:

Chain 3 (counts as first double crochet and chain one).
Double crochet in the first stitch.
Chain two. Skip three stitches.
In the fourth stitch, work a "V-stitch" (double crochet, chain one, double crochet).
Repeat the pattern of skipping three stitches and placing a V-stitch in the fourth stitch across to the last stitch.
End with a double crochet and chain one, then another double crochet into the last stitch.

Row 3 and Following Rows:

Chain 3 and turn.
Work a V-stitch into each chain-one space from the V-stitches in the previous row.
Continue with this pattern until you have reached the desired length of the shrug.

Joining the Panels:

Align two completed panels side by side.
Using a crochet hook or a needle, join the panels at the shoulders using single crochets through corresponding stitches on each panel, joining for a total of 11 stitches on each shoulder.

Sleeves:

Start with a slip knot, chain a number that fits around your arm comfortably, and join to make a loop.
Work rounds of single crochets for the first round.
From the second round onwards, use V-stitches separated by chain-two spaces until the sleeve is the desired length.
Sew the sleeves to the armholes of the shrug ensuring even placement.