Lana Grossa Crocheted Stole Pattern

Lana Grossa Crocheted Stole in Shades of Merino Cotton

What is Being Made

This project creates a crocheted stole measuring approximately 60 cm wide by 220 cm long. The stole is a lightweight, elegant wrap designed to drape gracefully and provide warmth. It features a lace construction with a repeating motif pattern worked throughout the length of the piece, making it suitable for layering over shoulders or wearing as a decorative accessory.

Construction Method

The stole is worked in two halves using a bottom-up construction technique. The first half is crocheted by pulling yarn from the center of the ball and working into foundation chain stitches. Once the first half reaches the desired length of approximately 110 cm (containing 26 or 27 motifs), the work is turned upside down. The second half is then completed by pulling yarn from the center of a second ball and working into the remaining loops of the original chain stitches, creating a symmetrical two-part design.

Techniques Used

• Lace construction: The stole employs open, decorative lace patterns that create visual interest while maintaining breathability
• Flat working: The piece is worked flat in rows rather than in the round, allowing for structured shaping and pattern control
• Chart-based pattern work: Instructions are provided via a detailed crochet chart that must be followed row by row for accurate pattern placement
• Motif repetition: A 12-stitch multiple plus 3 additional stitches forms the foundation for repeating motifs across each row

Stitches and Pattern Details

The pattern is worked according to a provided crochet chart, with rows 1 through 8 worked once, followed by repetition of rows 3 through 8 throughout the length of the piece. The stole contains approximately 9 motifs per row. The first double crochet of each row is worked into the 5th chain from the hook, establishing proper stitch placement. The pattern repeat is clearly marked on the chart between arrows for easy reference during construction.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: Lana Grossa Shades of Merino Cotton, a blend of 50% extra-fine Merino wool and 50% cotton. The yarn provides a gauge of approximately 760 meters per 200 grams. Two 200-gram balls are required, with color options including White/Silver Grey/Grey/Charcoal (color 408) and Sand/Orange/Khaki/Dark Grey (color 609). This fiber blend offers both warmth and breathability, making it ideal for a versatile stole suitable for various seasons.

Hook: A size 4.5 mm crochet hook is used throughout the project. This hook size works with the specified yarn to achieve the correct gauge of 2 pattern repeats and 7 rows equaling 12 by 10 centimeters.

Finishing

Once both halves are complete and all stitches are fastened off, the piece should be pinned to the specified measurements and blocked according to the care instructions for Merino Cotton. Careful blocking ensures the lace pattern is properly opened and the stole hangs evenly with the correct dimensions.