I am calling this shawl the ‘Monday Blues Shawl’. Mainly because it is made in shades of blue, but also because I finished it in time to wear it on a particularly Blue Monday. At the end of my blah Monday, I wrapped myself in this shawl and it made me feel better. I was still squished sardine-style on the commute, and it was still VERY cold on the walk home from the station, but I buried my nose in the shawl (wrapped around my neck and face like armour) and reveled in the fact that I had loved every minute of making it!
The shawl is a shallow triangle, making it perfect for wearing as a scarf as well a shawl or wrap. I started making it on my commute up to the Devon Sun Yarn Retreat I attended almost a month ago (I commute a lot). The pattern is the same as the one for the Lazy Waves Shawlette, but I have used more repeats, a larger hook, and thicker yarn (details and pattern below).
I love the way the colour changes make the waves stand out. I also like the clean edge obtained by working from the top down.
Monday Blues Shawl Pattern
©Dedri Strydom 2015. All Rights Reserved.
Resources
- Yarn Packs: You can buy the yarn pack for this pattern (including a printed version of the pattern) HERE on Wool Warehouse.
- Photo Tutorial: If you have trouble understanding the instructions, please have a look at the photo tutorial for the Lazy Waves Shawlette.
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Size
215 cm long and 48 cm wide across the widest part.
Materials
- 6 mm crochet hook
- Scheepjes Noorse Sokkenwol Colour (952)
- 4 skeins = 600 – 640 meters, depending on personal tension
- Yarn Packs are available HERE (Internationally). You can also find this yarn on Scheepjeswol.com (NL).
- Yarn Needle
Gauge
Using dc stitches (US Terminology): 14 stitches and 9 rows per 10 cm (4″) square.
Abbreviations
US Terminology Used (US/UK Conversion Chart HERE)
- Ch – Chain
- Dc – Double Crochet
- Hdc – Half-double Crochet
- Sc – Single Crochet
- Sl st – Slip Stitch
- St/st’s – Stitch/Stitches
- Tr – Treble Crochet
- * – Repeat instructions between asterisks the amount of times specified
Notes
- Counting – Each repeat forms one ‘Wave’.
- Shaping – This shawl is worked from the top down. Each row will have one less “Wave” than the previous row, creating a triangular piece.
- Multiples – You will need a multiple of 8 + 3 chains to start. If you would like to make a larger shawl, simply add multiples of 8 chains. Remember that the shawl is triangular, so adding repeats will automatically add rows.
- Stitch Markers – To make it easier to see where your rows end, use a stitch marker to mark the first sc of each row.
Instructions
©Dedri Uys 2015. All Rights Reserved.
Row 1: Ch 307 (38 repeats of 8 + 3). Sl st in the second ch from the hook. Sc in the next ch. *Hdc in the next 2 ch’s, dc in the next 2 ch’s, hdc in the next 2 ch’s, sc in the next 2 ch’s.* Repeat from * to * until you have 8 chains remaining. Hdc in the next 2 ch’s, dc in the next 2 ch’s, hdc in the next 2 ch’s, sc in the next ch, sl st in the last ch. Turn.
Row 2: Skip the sl st. Sl st into the first 4 st’s. The last sl st should fall in the first dc. Sc in the next dc. *Dc in the next 2 hdc’s, tr in the next 2 sc’s, dc in the next 2 hdc’s, sc in the next 2 dc’s.* Repeat from * to * until you have 11 stitches remaining. Dc in the next 2 hdc’s, tr in the next 2 sc’s, dc in the next 2 hdc’s, sc in the next dc, sl st in the next dc. Turn, leaving the remaining 3 st’s unworked.
Row 3: Skip the sl st. Sl st into the first 4 st’s. The last sl st should fall in the first tr. Work in the back loop only for the remainder of the row. Sc in the next tr. *Dc in the next 2 dc’s, tr in the next 2 sc’s, dc in the next 2 dc’s, sc in the next 2 tr’s.* Repeat from * to * until you have 11 stitches remaining. Dc in the next 2 dc’s, tr in the next 2 sc’s, dc in the next 2 dc’s, sc in the next tr, sl st through both loops of the next tr. Turn, leaving the remaining 3 st’s unworked.
Row 4: Repeat Row 3, working through both loops of every stitch.
Rows 5–36: Repeat Rows 3 and 4 so that each alternate row is worked in the back loop only.
Row 37: Skip the sl st. Sl st into the first 4 st’s. Work in the back loop only for the remainder of the row. Sc in the next tr. Dc in the next 2 dc’s, tr in the next 2 sc’s, dc in the next 2 dc’s, sc in the next 2 tr’s. You should now have 11 stitches remaining. Dc in the next 2 dc’s, tr in the next 2 sc’s, dc in the next 2 dc’s, sc in the next tr, sl st through both loops of the next tr. Turn, leaving the remaining 3 st’s unworked.
Row 38: Skip the sl st. Sl st into the first 4 st’s. Sc in the next tr. Dc in the next 2 dc’s, tr in the next 2 sc’s, dc in the next 2 dc’s, sc in the next tr, sl st in the next tr. Fasten off and work away your tails of yarn.
For best results you should block your shawl before wearing it. I use these Interlocking Foam Exercise Mats and these Clover Fork Blocking Pins
If you make this shawl, please share it with me on social media using #mondaybluesshawl #scheepjes #noorsesokkenwol.
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Dana says
I love this pattern and would like to make a blanket from this pattern what rows do I need to use.
Dedri Uys says
Hi Dana. Have a look at the Lazy Waves Blanket. It is the blanket version of the shawl.
Penny Pritchard says
Hi Dedri,
This looks lovely. Have you done anything similar in Tunisian crochet?
I have nerve damage in my fingers and can no longer do ordinary crochet. I have just recently discovered Tunisian crochet and can do it without pain and stress to my hands and wrists.
It has been suggested to me to make shawls for people in nursing homes.
Hoping you can help me.
Many thanks.
Penny
Dedri Uys says
Hi Penny. I’m sorry to hear that you have problems with your fingers. Unfortunately I have only done one Tunisian pattern, but Kim Guzman does a LOT of tunisian crochet. It might be worth checking out her patterns :)
Ingrid says
Sorry, never mind. I didn’t notice it was color changing yarn.
Ingrid says
This is lovely, thank you for sharing.
Did you have a rhyme and reason for the color changes, or was it just what appealed to you at the time for the next row?
Ingrid says
Oh, it’s color-changing yarn, duh. Guess I will just have to choose colors that complement each other well.
Dedri Uys says
Ingrid, you can just choose a colour changing yarn that suits you. It will eliminate much of the thinking :)
Rosie says
I love this, just completed my first using the yarn kit from Wool Warehouse. Such an easy pattern that just wants to flow off the hook, I found I couldn’t put it down and finished in just a couple of days. Now I’m wearing it as a scarf in my cold office having finished the final tail end this morning. Will try and get pictures soon.
Thank-you Dedri for such a wonderful pattern :)
Dedri Uys says
Oh good! I was just looking at mine this afternoon and thinking that it will soon be too warm to wear it. Oh please let it get warm soon!
aussiebushgirl says
I like the look of this yarn, but after having read Scheepjes’ “Care Instructions”, I am now concerned about the need to dry clean only. Has anyone had any problems in washing this yarn – or any suggestions on the best way forward? Many thanks ~ heather
Jenny says
Washing this yarn would possibly cause it to felt up. The only thing I could suggest is doing a test square and trying that. At the very most an almost inert form of handwash soaking, but I would respect what the instructions are. The shawl is really cosy and warm, and mine hasn’t been washed after I made it when Dedri first designed he pattern, and it is just fine.
Jenny :)
Dedri Uys says
Hi, Where did you see that it was dry-clean only? I think this is a mistake as the yarn is marketed as machine-washable at 30 degrees Centigrade, and I have washed my shawl successfully following these instructions.
lisa jacobsen says
dedri:
I LOVE THIS PATTERN!!!! i’ve made about 7 of them so far in sock weight, dk weight, and worsted. i just can’t get enough of these scarves and love the feel and look of a bright splash of color snuggled up around my neck. thank you SO MUCH for sharing this … and the math, stitch counts, and explanation in your pattern is impeccable!
Jenny says
Lisa, we would love to see pics on the Facebook page :)
Jenny
Dedri Uys says
Thank you, Lisa :) x
Karin says
Thanks for this pattern! Just covered it on my Dutch page! https://www.facebook.com/haakensmaak/
Dedri Uys says
Thank you for sharing, Karin :)
Joanne says
This is so lovely, I can’t wait to start it! Thank you very much, so generous of you.
Amanda Scott says
Hi I’ve just started my Mknday Blues shawl,,I found I got the 215 cm length with less chains, but didn’t think I was a loose hooker, I’m about 6 rows in now and it’s looking gorgeous, it does seem very long though, how far does yours drape down either side when round your neck many thanks. For a great pattern so effective x
Dedri Uys says
Amanda, hi.
The shawl is long and shallow. I use mine as a scarf more than a shawl. It falls about 90 cm on either side (when wearing it as a scarf), but I usually drape it around my neck like a cowl. If I wear it as a shawl, I sometimes knot the ends.
Jana says
This is BEAUTIFUL!! I am going to make this with a bunch of color changing yarn I have then get some of this yarn as well. I noticed you used the name ©Dedri Strydom on this. Is that your maiden name?
Anyway, thank you so much for sharing Dedri!! It’s just so pretty!!
Jana
Dedri Uys says
Whoops. I hadn’t noticed that. It is my maiden name and every now and then I forget to use my married name!
Georgina says
Oops, naughty me, love your work , and my finger hit the link to wool warehouse, ordered 2 packs , have just got home after spinal surgery, have to , no not do nothing, now I have the excuse , to sit and do nothing, almost finished my 2nd Sophie for mum ,can’t wait to get started on this. Ps trying my hardest to get your book ,but can’t at the moment , thanks for all the pleasure you give me ,much love x x
Dedri Uys says
You’re welcome, Chris. I look forward to seeing your finished wrap.
Sandy says
I just love your crochet shares. Thank you so much – you are appreciated!
Dedri Uys says
Thank you, Sandy!
Sandra Smith says
Adorei!!! Vou fazer em verde e azul, como as ondas do mar… Beijinhos
Alex says
Love the way this shawl changes colour! But I’m wondering about the hook size: in the pattern it says 6mm, but when I look up the yarn description it says 3-3.5 mm. Do I have to use two strands?
Dedri Uys says
Hi Alex. The yarn is between a double knit and a worsted weight (the thickness varies slightly in places), so you only need to use one strand. Using the 6 mm hook gives the shawl a nice drape without it being ‘holey’. If you have a look at the Continuous Square Blanket, you’ll see another example of the ‘density’ of the stitches with this hook and yarn combination.
Alex says
Hi Dedri! Thank you for answering – it really helped me getting started on this project! Warm regards from Germany
Alex