Petal Path

Petal Path is a light and airy shawl inspired by rows of delicate white petals. This pattern is an updated version of my older [Lavender Path][1] shawl and now includes two edging options: - the original lace edging - and a simple plain edging for a more casual look. The pattern also includes instructions for working the same stitch pattern in a rectangular form, which can be made into a scarf, stole, blanket, or a swatch to practice the technique. **TECHNIQUE** Lover's Knot in traditional crochet is typically treated as a standalone element used to create floating lace mesh or worked decoratively in small sections. In my designs, I incorporate it into the crocheted fabric itself and treat it as a replacement for chain spaces. This changes the look of the fabric and creates a gentler, more filled-in appearance, as the elongated strands of the Lover's Knots visually soften empty areas and feel much airier and more delicate than simple chains. This technique is also used in the following designs: [Thistle Field shawl][2], [Lavender Path shawl][3], [Floral Bubbles shawl][4], [Sun Powder top][5], and [Honey Weather scarf][6]. ★ The pattern is written out and charted, with a photo tutorial on stitches and swatch instructions ★ Language: English (US crochet terms) ★ Pages: 10 **MATERIALS** - Yarn: Malabrigo Mechita; fingering weight; 420 yd (384 m) per 100 g skein; 100% Superwash Merino Wool, 2 skeins in Natural colorway - Hook: US E-4 (3.5 mm) - Tapestry needle **FINISHED MEASUREMENTS** - 64½" (164 cm) wingspan, 28¾" (73 cm) height at center You can adjust the size of your shawl by simply working fewer or more row repeats of the stitch pattern. *I create new crochet stitches to show a quieter, softer side of crochet: calm, simple, and casual. My patterns may look unusual at first only because the technique is new to you, just like your first chain or single crochet once was. After a little practice, it feels easy and natural.* > ✦ **Subscribe** for new patterns, stitch > experiments, and insights into my > creative process: > www.cupofstitches.com/subscribe > >✦ You can also find me on: >[Instagram][8] ~ [TikTok][9] ~ [Facebook][10] [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lavender-path-shawl [2]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/thistle-field [3]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lavender-path-shawl [4]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/floral-bubbles [5]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/sun-powder [6]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/honey-weather [8]: https://www.instagram.com/ravliki/ [9]: https://www.tiktok.com/@ravliki [10]: https://www.facebook.com/crochetravliki/