Furrow & Flourish Shawl

This elegant, shallow triangle crochet shawl is worked in rows using filet crochet techniques to create arced lines blooming out from a central furrow. The furrow and flourish shawl is an engaging crochet project that will keep you interested from start to finish, using a memorable but interesting 4 row pattern repeat. It can be made in different yarn weights for a lighter or more cozy finish. Skills This is a relatively simple shawl pattern, though careful attention to stitch placement is required to create the flourish pattern. Crocheted bottom up, it uses extended double crochet and chain stitches throughout with simple increases. Finished size The finished sample measures 198cm in wingspan and 52cm deep after blocking. It is easy to adjust the size to your preference as you work. Materials You will need approximately 580m/630yds of sport weight yarn and a 4mm hook, or size needed for gauge. The sample pictured used under 5 x 50g balls (240g in total) of We Crochet, Galileo, 50% merino wool, 50% viscose from bamboo, 50g ball = 120m / 131yds, shade: Cordelia. You may wish to use a stitch marker to assist you as you work. The pattern is written in English using standard US crochet terminology. The pattern is for personal use only and may not be shared or reproduced without prior written consent. Copyright Dora Does Limited, registered in England No. 13992263.