When I first started crocheting, shrugs were intimidating to me. But only because I didn't understand the basic anatomy of a shrug. Nowadays, it is one of the easiest things I can make. Hope you enjoy this video and pattern!
Simple Cozy Shrug
US Size “H” 5.0MM
Color 1: Unknown
Color 2: 3 Balls of Patons Classic Wool Worsted in “Dark Grey Marl” (210 yds/ball)
STITCHES
DC= Double Crochet
BODY
Color 1
Row 1: Work 70 Foundation DC (If you do not know how to work Foundation DC: Chain 72 and work 1 DC in the 3rd chain from the hook and every chain across.)
Rows 2-12:Color 1 Chain 2. Work 1 DC in the 3rd stitch from the hook and every stitch across.Rows 13-54: Color 2 Chain 2. Work 1 DC in the 3rd stitch from the hook and every stitch across.
Rows 55-66:Color 1 Chain 2. Work 1 DC in the 3rd stitch from the hook and every stitch across.
When finished: Chain 1, Pull up a loop, Cut, and Fasten.
SEWING
- Fold your piece in half so that Row 1 and Row 66 are touching.
- To create the armhole, sew both the left and right sides together. You will start at the bottom, and sew up about 3/4 of the piece. The remaining 1/4 of the piece will be were you put your arms through.
SLEEVES
Attach a new piece of yarn anywhere along the perimeter of the armhole.
Chain 2
Round 1: We will work DC around the perimeter of the armhole. It is up to you to determine how many DC you want to include. The more DC you work, the wider your sleeve. I worked 26 DC along the perimeter.
Rounds 2-5 (or more): DC into the first stitch of the previous round. Mark this stitch with a stitch marker. This represents the first stitch of your current round. Continue to DC in every stitch around until you reach the stitch marked with the stitch marker.
When finished: Sl St into the next stitch, Chain 1, Pull up a loop, Cut, and Fasten.
Weave in all loose ends. Turn your work right side out to wear!
One more thing:
You’ve been hooked!
