Weekend Plus Size Wrap Shawl Crochet Pattern

A quick and cozy plus size wrap shawl crochet pattern easy enough for beginners to make in a weekend

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Difficulty
🟢 Beginner
Time
⏱️ 8-12 hours
Hook
🪡 K / 6.5mm
Yardage
🧶 approximately 800-900 yards
Finished Size
📏 60 inches across top edge, 30 inches from center neck to point
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Always make a gauge swatch before starting!
Gauge: 10 dc x 5 rows = 4 inches in double crochet
Adjust hook size as needed to match gauge.
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At a Glance

The Weekend Plus Size Wrap Shawl Crochet Pattern is a free Beginner-level wearable pattern with a K / 6.5mm hook . Estimated time: 8-12 hours. Finished size: 60 inches across top edge, 30 inches from center neck to point. You'll need approximately approximately 800-900 yards of yarn.

14 steps across 3 sections  ·  Free under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 — you can sell finished items

🛒 Materials

Bulky weight yarn
800-900 yards, acrylic or wool blend recommended
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Crochet hook
Size K (6.5mm)
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Yarn needle
For weaving in ends
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Scissors
Sharp fabric scissors
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📖 Abbreviations

ch — chain
dc — double crochet
sk — skip
sp — space
st(s) — stitch(es)
RS — right side
rep — repeat

📌 Before You Begin

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Shawl is worked from the top center neck down to the point in increasing rows.

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Each row increases by 4 stitches total (2 stitches on each side of center).

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Chain-3 at beginning of rows counts as first dc throughout.

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The open shell pattern creates a light, drapey fabric perfect for layering.

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Feel free to continue pattern for a larger shawl or stop earlier for smaller version.

🧶 Pattern Instructions

💡 Tip: Mark the right side of your work to keep track of rows. The foundation creates the center top edge of the shawl.
  1. Row 1
    Ch 4. Dc in 4th ch from hook (counts as 2 dc). (2 dc)
  2. Row 2
    Ch 3 (counts as dc here and throughout), turn. 2 dc in first st, dc in top of turning ch. (4 dc)
  3. Row 3
    Ch 3, turn. Dc in first st, dc in next 2 sts, 2 dc in top of turning ch. (6 dc)
  4. Row 4
    Ch 3, turn. Dc in first st, dc in next 4 sts, 2 dc in top of turning ch. (8 dc)
  5. Row 5
    Ch 3, turn. Dc in first st, dc in next 6 sts, 2 dc in top of turning ch. (10 dc)
Row counter:
💡 Tip: The alternating rows create an open lacy texture. Count your stitches every few rows to ensure accuracy. Your shawl should measure approximately 60 inches across the top edge after Row 65.
  1. Row 6
    Ch 3, turn. Dc in first st, ch 1, sk 1 st, *dc in next st, ch 1, sk 1 st; rep from * across to last st, 2 dc in top of turning ch. (6 dc, 4 ch-1 sps)
  2. Row 7
    Ch 3, turn. Dc in first st, dc in next ch-1 sp, *dc in next dc, dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * across to last st, 2 dc in top of turning ch. (12 dc)
  3. Row 8
    Ch 3, turn. Dc in first st, dc in next st, ch 1, sk 1 st, *dc in next st, ch 1, sk 1 st; rep from * across to last 2 sts, dc in next st, 2 dc in top of turning ch. (8 dc, 5 ch-1 sps)
  4. Row 9
    Ch 3, turn. Dc in first st, dc in next dc, dc in next ch-1 sp, *dc in next dc, dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * across to last 2 sts, dc in next st, 2 dc in top of turning ch. (14 dc)
  5. Rows 10-11
    Rep Rows 8-9. (16 dc at end of Row 11)
  6. Rows 12-65
    Continue repeating Rows 8-9, maintaining increase pattern of 2 dc at beginning and end of every row. Row 8 pattern: Ch 3, turn, dc in first st, dc in each st/sp across working dc in dc and dc in ch-1 sp, maintaining ch-1 sk pattern in center section, 2 dc in turning ch. Row 9 pattern: Ch 3, turn, dc in first st, dc in each st across, 2 dc in turning ch. At end of Row 65 you will have 122 dc.
Row counter:
💡 Tip: The edging adds a clean finish and helps prevent curling.
  1. Row 66
    Ch 1, turn. Sc in each st across. (122 sc)
  2. Row 67
    Ch 3, turn. Sk first sc, *dc in next sc, ch 1, sk 1 sc; rep from * across to last sc, dc in last sc.
  3. Row 68
    Ch 1, turn. Sc in first dc, sc in each ch-1 sp and dc across. Fasten off and weave in ends.
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✂️ Finishing

Weave in all yarn ends securely using yarn needle. Block shawl to finished measurements by pinning to a flat surface, lightly misting with water, and allowing to dry completely. Pin out the top edge to 60 inches and the center point to 30 inches from neck edge. Blocking will open up the lace pattern and even out stitches. Try on and experiment with different wearing styles: draped over shoulders, wrapped and secured with a shawl pin, or belted at the waist.

🧺 Care Instructions

Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent. Gently squeeze out excess water without wringing. Lay flat on towels to dry, reshaping to measurements. For acrylic yarn, machine wash gentle cycle in cool water and tumble dry low if preferred. Store folded to prevent stretching. Steam lightly if needed to refresh.

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Questions About This Pattern

Absolutely — just match the weight (Bulky). You'll need about approximately 800-900 yards, so make sure your substitute has enough meterage. Bulky yarns work up fast and have more visible stitch texture — try wool or wool-blend for best results.
Yes! This is one of the friendlier patterns to start with. You only need to know: ch, dc, sk, sp. Work slowly, count your stitches at the end of each row, and don't be afraid to frog (rip back) and redo a section — that's how everyone learns. Budget about 8-12 hours; beginners often take a bit longer, and that's totally fine.
Usually it's the joining or finishing — where individual sections meet and need to align. Read through the entire pattern once before you start so there are no surprises. Use stitch markers generously to track your place, especially in rounds. If a section looks wrong, count your stitches before proceeding — catching an error early saves a lot of frogging later.
For this pattern, gauge is "10 dc x 5 rows = 4 inches in double crochet". For decorative or non-fitted items it's less critical, but matching gauge ensures you use the right amount of yarn and get the proportions the pattern intends. If your swatch is too small (too many stitches/inch), go up a hook size. Too large — go down.
Hand wash in cool water with mild detergent. Gently squeeze out excess water without wringing. Lay flat on towels to dry, reshaping to measurements. For acrylic yarn, machine wash gentle cycle in cool water and tumble dry low if preferred. Store folded to prevent stretching. Steam lightly if needed to refresh. A general rule: when unsure about the yarn, hand wash in cool water with a drop of gentle detergent, squeeze (don't wring), and block flat to dry. This is safe for almost every fiber.
Each section builds on the last, so yes — follow them in order. That said, some finishing sections (like embellishments or optional edging) can be skipped if you prefer a simpler look. Read through all sections before starting so you understand how the pieces fit together and can plan your yarn usage across sections.