Saltburn Shawl Crochet Pattern

Saltburn Shawl in Rowan Summerlite DK

What is Being Made

The Saltburn Shawl is a crocheted wrap designed by Lisa Richardson. This finished garment measures 42 cm (16½ inches) wide and 192.5 cm (75¾ inches) long, making it a generous rectangular wrap suitable for layering and draping. The shawl is photographed in the Lemon colorway of Rowan Summerlite DK yarn, showcasing a lightweight construction ideal for warmer seasons.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

The Saltburn Shawl employs an advanced beginner skill level and features a multi-section construction method. The garment begins with a first edging section that establishes the foundation, followed by the main body worked in rows. The construction uses a combination of foundational chains and working into stitches along the base of previous rows, allowing the crocheter to build the wrap's structure methodically.

The pattern incorporates strategic increases and stitch placement to create an open, lacy fabric. Rows progress with repeating motifs that alternate between solid stitch sections and decorative chain spaces, creating visual interest and texture variation throughout the wrap.

Crochet Stitches Used

• Treble (tr) – A tall stitch that forms the primary structural element of the wrap
• Double crochet (dc) – Used to create definition within the lacy sections
• Double treble (dtr) – Extra-tall stitches that add height and drama to decorative elements
• Double treble together (dtr2tog) – A decrease technique that reduces stitch count while maintaining pattern integrity
• Chain (ch) – Creates the open spaces and lacy qualities characteristic of the design

The pattern utilizes chain spaces and strategic stitch skipping to develop an open-work aesthetic. The double treble together decrease appears in the final edging rows, creating clustered stitch groups separated by chain spaces that produce a scalloped or decorative edge detail.

Materials and Tools

Yarn: Rowan Summerlite DK (50 gram balls). This yarn weight and fiber content creates a lightweight, breathable fabric suitable for a wrap garment. The Lemon colorway shown in the pattern photography provides a fresh, summery appearance.

Crochet Hook: 3.50mm (US size E4) crochet hook. This hook size is appropriate for working with DK weight yarn and achieving the specified tension.

Tension: The pattern specifies 20 stitches and 9 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) measured over pattern using the 3.50mm hook. Achieving correct tension is essential for obtaining the finished dimensions and ensuring proper drape of the completed wrap.

Pattern Structure and Abbreviations

The pattern uses standard crochet abbreviations including ch (chain), dc (double crochet), dtr (double treble), tr (treble), sp(s) for space(s), and yoh (yarn over hook). The main section is worked in repeating rows that establish a consistent pattern repeat, with the first two rows forming the foundational pattern that continues throughout the body of the wrap.