A Crochet Pattern For A Rectangular Shawl Made With Both Textured And Airy Stitches
Graceful, light, and full of rhythm—WE SHAWL DANCE is a rectangular shawl designed to move with you, like music woven into stitches. Whether you’re dancing barefoot in the grass or simply swaying through a summer evening, this shawl brings elegance and comfort with a hint of playful texture.
This pattern is written in US crochet terms and crafted with thoughtful intention. While many patterns begin rows with two or three chains for the first double crochet, this design opts for a softer approach: a single chain followed by a true DC into the first stitch—resulting in a neater, more grounded edge.
WE SHAWL DANCE is all about balance—airy, openwork stitches create a breathable, lightweight fabric perfect for warmer days, while occasional puff stitches add moments of texture and depth, like subtle notes in a song. The result is a shawl that feels both delicate and grounded, sophisticated yet simple.
The body of the shawl is worked using two color-changing yarn cakes. The first (C1) is started from the outside in, and the second (C2) from the center out. This creates a smooth transition of colors that meet and mingle in the middle. For the final touch, a third yarn cake (C3) is introduced solely for the border, framing your creation with a soft, finished edge.
Want to have more control over your color placement? You absolutely can. The pattern works beautifully with color-changing yarn as-is, but if you prefer, you can wind the cakes into smaller sections, allowing you to decide exactly where and how your colors shift. Use the FO method or an invisible knot for seamless transitions. And don’t worry—any leftover bits will be put to good use in the border, ensuring nothing goes to waste.
ADJUSTING THE SIZE:
This design is wonderfully adaptable. To change the length, simply repeat or reduce rows. To alter the width, increase or decrease your starting stitch count in multiples of 3. The pattern gives you a strong, flexible base to work from—whether you’re aiming for a dramatic wrap or something light and easy to throw over your shoulders.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS (USING INDICATED HOOK & YARN):
72 cm wide x 156 cm long
A printable version of the pattern is included to make your crochet journey even smoother.
WE SHAWL DANCE is more than just a pattern—it’s an invitation to move, to create, and to make something truly your own. Choose your colors, feel the flow of the stitches, and dance your way to a handmade piece that feels like a celebration every time you wear it.

DIFFICULTY LEVEL
This is an intermediate crochet pattern.
GAUGE
20 SC x 26 ROWS = 10 CM x 10 CM
YARN & HOOKS
HOOK 2,5 mm
HOBBII TWISTER
(55% cotton/ 45% acrylic, 250 g (8.8 oz) ca. 1000 m (1093 yds)
Color 1 (C1) Tropical Art Deco 34 (1 x 250gr/1000mt skeins)
Color 2 (C2) Deja Vu 47 (1 x 250gr/1000mt skeins)
HOBBII TWISTER SOLID
(55% cotton/ 45% acrylic, 100 g (3.5 oz) ca. 400 m (437 yds)
Color 3 (C3) Pineapple 152 (0,5 x 100gr/400mt skeins)
Tapestry needle & Scissors
(to weave and hide yarn ends)
The pattern is in US terms