The Vivienne Shawl crochet pattern makes a warm, lightweight, triangle shawl that combines the timeless favourite granny stitch with shell clusters and double crochet (UK treble) for a unique, striking design with gorgeous texture.
Granny stitch has got to be one of my favourite of all crochet stitches. I love how quick it works up and how versatile it is. You can use it on so many things and it goes beautifully with other stitch combinations.
I originally designed this beautiful shawl as a gift for my Mum, Vivienne. She lived in a lovely old farm cottage that could get a bit chilly, but hated a warm stuffy room so didn’t like the heating on. Sadly she is no longer with us now.
The Vivienne Shawl crochet pattern was designed using acrylic yarn in DK #3 yarn thickness and the purple shawl pictured is made in King Cole Big Value Limited Edition recycled acrylic,100% recycled acrylic (not currently available). I love (and my Mum loved) that it is recycled and the subtle heathery colours are just gorgeous aren’t they?
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I also made one in King Cole Cherished, this is a beautifully soft and smooth baby yarn. While it isn’t recycled, it is anti-pilling so it doesn’t bobble and looks new for years! The photo below is made in this yarn.
You can substitute any DK yarn of your choice. You could also use #4 worsted or aran weight and jump up a hook size. Do swatch though to check your tension, and adjust your yarn and hook accordingly. Bear in mind that different yarns, especially denser or heavier yarns will affect drape, so you will need increase your hook size to get the drape you desire.
Eco tip: Wash finished items made in acrylics and polyesters in a Guppy Friend or similar type washing bag to catch the microplastic particles they shed. This is a very tightly woven nylon mesh washing bag, that allows water through but very little of the microplastic particles out. It also protects your beautifully hand crocheted (or knitted) item from wear and tear from washing.
Are you interested in eco-friendly crochet? If so, you might like to join my email list as that’s what The Crafty Therapist is all about, I am always keen to find yarns that are more eco-friendly and write patterns that work for them.
Recommended Yarn
DK #3 weight acrylic yarn approx. 819y – 924y (750m – 845m) in 2 colours (approx. 2.5 skeins of colour 1, half skein of colour 2, depending on your yarn choice).
Yarn used:
Purple: King Cole Big Value Limited Edition 100% Recycled Acrylic – 308y (282m) per 100g (3.5oz) ball, in Plum 250g and Rose 50g.
Green: King Cole Cherished DK 100% anti-pill acrylic – 273y (250m) per 100g (3.5oz) ball, Laurel 250g and Pebble 50g. UK | US
Hook & Other Materials
Hook: US Size 7 (4.5mm) crochet hook UK | US
Stitch Markers, locking ones are the best and the only ones I use.: UK | US
Skill Level INTERMEDIATE
Uses a range of basic stitches of sc (UK dc), hdc (UK htr), and dc (UK tr) throughout. The combination along with increases makes it more suited to advanced beginner/intermediate level skills. Instructions are included in the pattern for any special techniques, along with photo tutorials.
Abbreviations used
Ch – Chain | St – Stitch | Sts – Stitches | Sl st – Slip stitch | Sk – Skip | Sp – Space |
MC – Main Colour | CC – Contrast Colour | Sc – single crochet (UK: Dc – Double crochet) |
Hdc – Half double crochet (UK: Htr – Half Treble) | Dc – Double crochet (UK: Tr – Treble)
Sizes/Finished Measurements
Approx. Height 6” (15cm) Approx. 46” (117 cm) wide x 27” (69 cm) height.
Special Stitches/Techniques
Granny Stitch: 3 dcs worked into the space between granny st groups of previous row.
Alternating Shell and Dc Stitches: 5 dcs worked in granny st space of previous row, dc worked in next space. Photo tutorial provided in pattern pdf.
All my patterns are tested by my team of amazing testers to help ensure the best quality patterns, that are free from errors. Should you have any problems at all, please get in touch with me, I am always happy to help.
While you are here why not check out my other crochet patterns, I have lots more that I’m sure you’d love too.
Do you use Ravelry? When you make your Vivienne Shawl, please favourite the pattern and link a project to show off your gorgeous shawl. I love to see your projects and if you use social media, pop over and follow me, tag me in posts @thecraftytherapist on Instagram or @thecraftytherapy on Facebook I can’t wait to see! love Janferie xx
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