Crimson Vow

*A crochet triangle shawl inspired by Persephone’s myth — stitched in shadow, sealed with a promise.* --- ## **✨ Part of the Midnite Botanica Collection** A darkly romantic series of crochet patterns from KnotBadBritt — for the makers who crave moody palettes, botanical shapes, and myth-woven magic. --- ## **🖋️ About the Pattern** **The Crimson Vow** is a crochet triangle shawl with a gothic soul and fluid drape. Inspired by the tale of Persephone and the pomegranate seeds that bound her to the Underworld, this pattern features **three bold contrast color stripes** cascading through an elegant mix of meditative double crochet and open lace sections. Worked top-down and finished with symbolic, dramatic flair, this design is ideal for advanced beginners who want to explore lace, texture, and contrast — with plenty of visual impact and built-in rhythm. --- ## **🧶 Yarn** - **Toil & Trouble Cadence DK** (100% superwash merino; 231 yds per 100g) - **Main Color (C1):** *Wine Harvest* – 685 yds / 626 m - **Contrast Color (C2):** *Season of the Witch* – 230 yds / 210 m - **Total:** 915 yds / 837 m of DK weight yarn Looking to stash dive? Choose two high-contrast colorways for maximum drama, or pair rich neutrals for a softer, more ghostly take. --- ## **✂️ Materials** - 5.0 mm / US H-8 crochet hook - Tapestry needle - Stitch markers - Blocking tools (mats, pins or blockers, wool wash) --- ## **📏 Finished Measurements (after blocking)** - **Wingspan:** 68 in / 172 cm - **Depth:** 40 in / 101 cm - **Side length:** 52 in / 132 cm --- ## **🧵 Construction + Skills** - Worked flat from the top down - Alternates solid double crochet and lace repeats - Center spine increases with a clean, symmetrical finish - **Includes a photo tutorial + stitch chart** - Uses US crochet terminology - Great for lace beginners and lovers of drape --- ## **🌱 Suggested Yarn Subs** - **Magpie Fibers Swanky DK** – for extra shine - **Malabrigo Caprino** – rich texture and hand-dyed color - **Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino** – soft and structured - **WoolDreamers Saona** – rustic charm with halo --- ## **❤️ Pattern Includes** - Fully written instructions (US terms) - Lace repeat stitch chart - Step-by-step **photo tutorial** - Blocking tips + customization notes - Clear row-by-row formatting --- ## **🔖 Tags** #TheCrimsonVow #KnotBadBritt #CrochetTriangleShawl #MidniteBotanica #PersephoneInspired #GothicCrochet #MoodyMakes --- ### Let's stay connected [Website][5] [Newsletter][6] [Discord][7] [Instagram][8] [Facebook][9] [Pinterest][10] [5]: https://www.knotbadbritt.com [6]: https://knotbadbritt.myflodesk.com/rav [7]: https://discord.gg/TTew2TpbJ8 [8]: https://instagram.com/knotbadbritt [9]: https://facebook.com/knotbadbritt [10]: https://pinterest.com/knotbadbritt