This classy crochet shawl is surprisingly easy to make. You’ll just need to be able to make a single crochet, a chain stitch and a double crochet. The most difficult stitch is dc3tog of which the “Buds” consist. (Three double crochet stitches worked together.) I made a little instruction video that you can watch on YouTube. This crochet pattern is hence absolutely beginner friendly. Minimal effort and maximum result!

The poem “To the virgins, to make much of time” by Robert Kendrick, published in 1648 (!!!) was my inspiration for this shawl. Basically it means “Carpe diem” or “Seize the day”.

Any 4 ply fingering weight yarn is suitable to use for this pattern.

Skill level: Easy

Materials needed:
Cotton yarn
Crochet hook 4mm
Scissors
Yarn needle

Yarn used: Drops Lace mix (50gr/ 400m,70% Alpaca, 30% silk) (2ply)
Colour 2020 2 threads held together, 135 gr (4 skeins)
Unfortunately this yarn has been discontinued. You can find alternatives on yarnsub.com. You could also substitute it with a 4ply yarn, single stranded.

Gauge: 20 dc over 10 rows = 10x10 cm

You’ll receive 2 PDF’s. One in US terms and the other in Dutch terms.