Shawl Collar Stole by Doris Chan

Shawl Collar Stole

Crochet
February 2015
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
9 stitches and 4 rows = 4 inches
in double crochet
8.0 mm (L)
500 - 550 yards (457 - 503 m)
Finished width: 22”; Finished length, collar edge: 62”; Finished Length, lower edge: 70”
English
This pattern is available from yarn.com for $5.99.

Part of WEBS Designer in Residence series! With a bit of clever shaping, The Shawl Collar Stole is a meltingly soft stole that drapes beautifully and securely around the shoulders. The wide top band in gentle ribbing turns over to form a snuggly collar. The back is curved to create some roominess through the arms and allow the fronts to sit properly in front. The stole is just wide enough for comfortable coverage, but not so wide that you’re constantly sitting on the back. And the fronts have enough wrap-around length without getting in your way. Valley Superwash Bulky makes the crocheting quick and smooth, while the relaxed gauge and open lacy stitch pattern keep this stole surprisingly lightweight yet cozy without being stuffy.

Skill Level: Intermediate
Size: One size, with adjustable length
Finished Measurements: Finished width: 22”; Finished length, collar edge: 62”; Finished Length, lower edge: 70”
Note: Fabric is stretchy and may grow considerably in length when worn.

Yarn: 5 balls Valley Yarns Valley Superwash Bulky (100% extra fine superwash merino wool, 100g/109 yds) color #10 Spring Leaf

Hook: US Size L/11 (8.00mm) crochet hook

Gauge: 9 sts in sc or dc = 4”; In shell stitch pattern, one repeat 2dc, SH, ch2 = 4” 4 rows dc = 3.75”