Inspired by those little fichus worn by modest Victorian-era women, this feminine crochet capelette, or shoulderette, makes a perfect accessory for that special wedding or prom day or wear it more casually to dress up you T-shirts and jeans.

PATTERN DETAILS: Lacey crochet shells form the body of the capelette. Shells with picot stitches form the edging. A 6-petal, multilayer rose (instructions included) closes the capelette, or wear the rose separately as a brooch or use it as an embellishment for your hats, scarves and handbags. A self-tie with dainty flower blossom ends completes the look. Or, for a different effect, omit the tie and weave in ribbon to match your prom dress or wedding/bridal/bridesmaid gown. This versatile pattern offers many options.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: approx. 24” (61 cm) at neck edge; 40-1/2” (103 cm) at bottom edge; 7-1/2” (19 cm) length

SKILL LEVEL: With its simple shaping and basic stitches, I would rate this pattern as EASY.

MATERIALS: The featured yarn is Knit Picks® Bare Stroll Sport Yarn, which is an undyed blend of 75% merino wool, 25% nylon and has a crochet gauge of 16 - 20 sc = 4” (10 cm) when using a size E thru 7 (3.5 mm - 4.5 mm) hook. You will need one 274 yard (250.5 m) hank.

You may also choose dyed Stroll Sport Yarn, which is put up in balls of 137 yards (125.3 m) - You will then need two balls.

You will also need:

• Crochet hook size size H/8 (5.0 mm) or size needed to obtain correct gauge.
• Tapestry needle for working in yarn ends.
• Purchased Pinback - 1” (2.54 cm).

This crochet pattern is written in U.S. terms, with measurements in both U.S. and metric terms, and includes:

• Photo(s) of the finished project.
• Complete materials list.
• Yarn substitution guidance.
• Gauge information.
• Stitch guide providing step-by-step instructions for special stitches.
• Stitch counts provided at the ends of rounds/rows.
• Notes and tips to make your crocheting experience easier and more pleasurable.
• Quick Reference Appendix provides detailed descriptions of crochet abbreviations, symbols, basic crochet stitches, special crochet techniques, U.S./U.K stitch conversions, U.S./metric hook size conversions and more.