Cascade Yarns C Catrina Cabled Wrap Shawl Crochet Pattern

Cascade Yarns C Catrina Cabled Wrap

What is Being Made

The Catrina Cabled Wrap is a crocheted triangular shawl designed by Bonnie Barker. This wrap measures approximately 60 inches long by 17 inches across when finished, making it a generous accessory suitable for draping over the shoulders or wearing as a lightweight wrap. The design combines textured ribbing with decorative cable twists and open stitch patterns, creating visual interest while maintaining an intermediate skill level.

Materials Required

This project uses Cascade Yarns Ecological Wool, a 100% undyed Peruvian Highland wool yarn. The pattern calls for 2 hanks totaling 250 grams (8.75 ounces) and 478 yards (437 meters) in color #8015 (Natural). A size L (11/8.00mm) crochet hook is needed to work this wrap.

Gauge and Finished Dimensions

The gauge for this project is 8 stitches equals 3 inches and 4 rows equals 2 inches when measured using the bottom ribbing pattern. These measurements are essential for achieving the finished dimensions of approximately 60 inches long by 17 inches across.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches Used

The Catrina Cabled Wrap employs several intermediate-level crochet techniques to create its textured appearance:

• Post Stitches: The pattern makes extensive use of front post double crochet (fpdc) and back post double crochet (bpdc) stitches. These stitches are worked around the post of stitches from previous rows, creating raised texture and ribbed effects. The alternating pattern of front and back post stitches produces the characteristic cabled look.
• Cable Twists: The wrap features cable twist rows that add dimensional texture. Cable twists involve crossing groups of stitches over one another to create the appearance of twisted or braided cables, a hallmark of intermediate crochet design.
• Basic Stitches: The foundation and various sections utilize fundamental crochet stitches including chain (ch), double crochet (dc), half double crochet (hdc), and single crochet (sc). These stitches form the base structure upon which the more complex post stitches and cables are built.
• Decorative Openwork: Portions of the pattern incorporate open stitch sequences using single crochet, chain spaces, and double crochet combinations. These create lacey sections that contrast with the dense ribbed areas, adding visual variety to the finished wrap.
• Stitch Skipping and Spacing: The pattern uses strategic skipped stitches and chain spaces to shape the triangular form and create the openwork sections that characterize the design.

Pattern Structure

The wrap begins with a foundation chain of 62 stitches. The pattern alternates between rows of textured ribbing created with post stitches and rows featuring decorative openwork. The ribbed sections provide structure and warmth, while the openwork sections add elegance and drape. Cable twist rows are incorporated throughout to enhance the three-dimensional texture and visual interest of the finished piece.

Skill Level and Suitability

This pattern is rated at an intermediate skill level, making it appropriate for crocheters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to work with post stitches and cable techniques. The combination of post double crochets, cable twists, and openwork requires understanding how to work stitches in specific positions and maintain consistent tension, but the repetitive nature of the rows makes the pattern manageable for advancing crafters.