INCREDIBLE and EASY Crochet Shawl, Blouse, Runner, Napkin Motif Tutorial

This detailed blog pattern guides you through creating a beautiful crochet motif that can be transformed into either a stunning table runner or a cozy shawl. The versatile design features a delicate floral pattern, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your home or wardrobe.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Materials:

• Yarn: Sport weight yarn in two contrasting colors (Color A and Color B). Choose a yarn suitable for your desired drape and weight.
• Crochet hook: Size appropriate for your chosen yarn (e.g., 4.0mm for sport weight yarn).
• Tapestry needle (optional, for weaving in ends).

Gauge:

• 18 stitches x 18 rows in double crochet (dc) = 4″ x 4″ (adjust hook size if needed to achieve gauge).

Instructions:

Motif:

1. Start with Color A: Chain 8, close into a ring with a slip stitch (sl st).
2. Round 1: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 23 dc in ring, sl st to top of ch-3. (24 dc)
3. Round 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc in each dc around, sl st to top of ch-3. (48 dc)
4. Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *dc in next 2 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (72 dc)
5. Round 4: Change to Color B. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (96 dc)
6. Round 5: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *3 dc in next 3 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (120 dc)
7. Round 6: Change to Color A. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *4 dc in next 4 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (144 dc)
8. Round 7: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *5 dc in next 5 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (168 dc)
9. Round 8: Change to Color B. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *6 dc in next 6 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (192 dc)
10. Round 9: Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *7 dc in next 7 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (216 dc)
11. Round 10: Change to Color A. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *8 dc in next 8 dc, 2 dc in next dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (240 dc)
12. Round 11 (Petal Round): Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), *2 dc in next 4 dc, ch 5, skip 2 dc, 3 dc in next dc, ch 5, skip 2 dc, 2 dc in next 4 dc, repeat from * around, sl st to top of ch-3. (240 dc with 12 petals)
13. Round 12: Change to Color B. Ch 3 (counts as 1 dc), dc in each ch-space and dc in each space between petals, sl st to top of ch-3.

Finishing:

1. For a runner: Continue crocheting motifs in Color B, joining them with slip stitches at the sides of the petals to create the desired length. You can also add a border if desired.
2. For a shawl: Join the motifs together with slip stitches at the sides of the petals to create a triangular shape. You can adjust the size by adding or removing motifs. Add a border or edging for a finished look.

Video tutorial

Tips:

• Use stitch markers to mark the beginning of each round and the petal centers.
• Weave in all ends securely.
• Block the finished project to even out the stitches