Using an easy filet crochet stitch, you can use this shrug as either a hip fashion accessory or a casual layering pieces, all depending on the colour of simpy soft you choose. The band is ideal for highlighting the beaded flowers and adding that extra flair to this versatile top.

Additional Materials: One steel crochet hook, size 10 (1mm), for edging, two 30-gram tubes E Beads, black opal, one 30-gram tube E beads, black, one spool black thread, beading needle.

Stitches Used: ch, dc, dt, hdc, mesh st, sc, slip st, tr.
Special Techniques: Decrease in filet crochet, Increase in filet crochet.

Difficulty: Intermediate