Pemberly Stole Shawl Crochet Pattern

Pemberly Stole in Berroco Sky

What is Being Made

The Pemberly Stole is a crocheted shawl designed by Alison Green. This intermediate-level project creates a rectangular wrap measuring approximately 22½ inches wide by 64 inches long, making it a versatile accessory suitable for draping across shoulders or wearing as a lightweight shawl.

Craft and Construction Method

This stole is constructed using the crochet technique and is worked lengthwise rather than from the traditional top-down or bottom-up approach. The pattern begins with a foundation chain of 350 stitches, establishing the length of the finished piece. The shawl is then built through a series of repeating rows that create the width and textural detail of the final garment.

Stitches and Techniques Used

The Pemberly Stole employs several fundamental crochet stitches to achieve its design:

• Single Crochet (sc): Used in the foundation row and in rows that create solid fabric sections, providing structure and stability to the piece.
• Double Crochet (dc): A primary stitch throughout the pattern that creates the openwork and textured sections of the shawl.
• Chain Stitches (ch): Used both as foundation and as spacers between stitches to create the lacy, open qualities characteristic of shawl designs.
• Dc3tog (Double Crochet 3 Together): A special abbreviation and decrease technique specific to this pattern. This stitch involves working three double crochets together into the same chain space, with all loops drawn through simultaneously to create a decorative cluster or decrease element.

The pattern alternates between rows of solid single crochet and rows featuring chain-space openwork created by double crochets separated by chain-1 spaces. This alternation creates visual interest and a balanced drape suitable for a shawl.

Materials Required

Yarn: The Pemberly Stole is designed to be made with Berroco Skye yarn. The pattern calls for 6 balls of this yarn, each weighing 50 grams, in colorway #7627 Perseus. Berroco Skye is the recommended yarn for this project to ensure proper gauge and finished measurements.

Crochet Hook: A size 3.75 mm (F/5) crochet hook is required, or a size that allows you to obtain the specified gauge. Proper hook selection is essential for achieving the correct finished dimensions and fabric characteristics.

Gauge and Finishing Details

The pattern specifies a gauge of 21 stitches and 14 rows equaling 4 inches when measured in the first 14 rows of the pattern. Taking time to check gauge before beginning the project is strongly recommended to ensure accurate finished measurements and proper drape of the completed stole.

Skill Level: This project is rated as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for crocheters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to work with more complex stitch combinations and pattern repeats.