Edelweiss Asymmetric Shawl: Free Crochet Pattern
I pulled my coat tighter around me as we strolled through the snowy walkplatz of downtown Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Flurries whisked around me, while the smell of spiced ciders and wines warmed my nose. I peered through the darkness into brightly lit shop windows full of souvenirs and tchotchkes. Silver edelweiss adorned jewelry glistened in one, frames protected the dried edelweiss arrangements in the next. I selected a small, framed piece of art to take home with me - of course, showing off the signature Edelweiss.
Inspired by the floral crown of Alpine giants, the Edelweiss shawl features the classic alpine stitch. Made in a light cotton, the shawl can be worn all year around, keeping the Zugspitze close to your heart! The delicate edging of shells and picots creates little mountain peaks to add the perfect bit of drama to this otherwise simple shawl.
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The Yarn
I wanted this shawl to be light enough to wear as spring warms into summer, but still heavy enough to be worn on a warmer winter day, so I opted for a lightweight cotton, the Hobby Lobby Sugarwheel Cotton. Of course, you can find other amazing Dk/3 weight cotton yarns to make this shawl out of, like Lion Brand Comfy Cotton, or Bernat Softee Baby Cotton. If you want this to be a heavy winter shawl, make it with a wool blend, like a Lion Brand Mandala.
The Stitches and Technique
Obviously, the pattern consists primarily of the Alpine Stitch - one that most of us know and love! This stitch is often used to make baby blankets, wash cloths, hot pads, and many other makes that require a stiff, thick fabric. I wanted to take full advantage of the texture of the Alpine Stitch for this asymmetric crochet shawl without compromizing on the drape. I did so by using a slightly larger hook size that one would normally use with DK/3 weight cotton. This lends more openess to the stitch pattern. Using cotton, a heavier materials, also contributes to the overall drape of this shaw as it pulls the stitches open. You could even block the shawl to increase the size and drape.
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The Pattern
The Edelweiss Shawl was originally available as a free pattern on Michelle Furguson’s blog, Two Brother’s Blankets. You can now find the free shawl pattern here! Just keep scrolling! You can also purchase the ad-free version of the pattern, including the stitch tutorial, from my Ravelry shop. Use the links below to be directed to either the free pattern or to Ravelry to purchase the PDF download.
Free Pattern at Two Brother’s Blankets
Purchase PDF on Ravelry
The Free Pattern
Materials:
800 YDS of DK/3 Weight Cotton
I used Yarn Bee Sugarwheel Cotton in the color Harbor Wish
5 mm Hook
Yarn needle to weave in ends
Gauge:
11 stitches x 9 rows = 3”
Gauge is worked in Alpine Stitch (see Rows 1-7 of the pattern)
Stitches and Terms (U.S. Terms):
Ch—Chain
Sc—Single Crochet
Sl St—Slip Stitch
Dc—Double Crochet Fpdc—Front Post Double
Crochet
Picot: Ch 3, sc in 2nd ch
Dec: See Special Stitches
Notes:
Stitches between *stars* are repeated. Stitches in (parenthesis) are made in the same stitch or space. All decreases in this pattern are worked on the same side, to create the asymmetric look. This pattern is worked in rows. Turns are assumed, not written. Please turn at the end of each row.
Special Stitches:
Decrease: Decreases are two stitches worked together. To work the decrease within the Alpine Stitch, work the fpdc and next dc together, staying consistent with the Alpine Stitch.
Follow along with the YouTube tutorial
Pattern
Row 1: Fsc 81 OR Ch 82, sc in second ch from hook and in each ch. (81 sc)
Row 2: Ch 2, dc in each stitch. (81 dc)
Row 3: Ch 1, sc in each stitch (81 sc)
Row 4: Ch 2, dc in first sc, fpdc around second dc of Row 2, *sk 1 sc from Row 3, dc in next sc, sk 1 dc of Row 2, fpdc around next dc of Row 2,* Repeat until three stitches remain, dc in next sc, dec in Alpine Stitch across last two stitches (See Special Stitches) (80 stitches)
Row 5: Ch 1, sc in each stitch. (80 sc)
Row 6: (Continue Alpine Stitch by working fpdc around each dc of Row 4, and a dc in every other sc of Row 5) Ch 2, fpdc around first dc of Row 4, sk first sc of Row 5, dc in second sc of Row 5, *sk fpdc of Row 4, fpdc around next dc of Row 4, sk 1 sc of Row 5, dc in next sc of Row 5* Repeat until three stitches remain, dc in next sc, dec in Alpine Stitch across last two stithces. (79 stitches).
Row 7: Ch 1, sc in each stitch. (79 sc)
Rows 8-157: Repeat Rows 4-7. (Row 157: 2 sc)
Row 158: Ch 1, sc dec across two stitches. Do not fasten off, but continue to Edging.
Edging:
Row 1: Ch 1, (working along the decreasing side of the shawl) sc 234 across the edge. This ends up being roughly 2 sc per dc and 1 dc in each sc. (234 sc)
Row 2: Do not chain at the beginning of the row, just turn and begin. Skip first 2 sc, *(2 dc, picot, 2 dc) in next sc, sk 2 sc, sl st in next sc, sk 2 sc,* Repeat across. End on sl st. Fasten off, weave in ends. Continue to Finishing Touches.
Finishing Touches:
Block the shawl, pinning each picot to a point to get the most out of the mountainous appearance.
For extra pizzazz when styling, add a tassel to the end of Row 158.
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