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The Perfect Oversized Shawl

Cozy, Stylish, & Fun!

If you're looking for an amazing oversized shawl to wear—one that works in both warm and cool weather and gives off a little bit of that Stevie Nicks vibe—then I’ve got the perfect project for you! I have been so excited to share this with you. I finished it about a week ago, and I have been absolutely loving it ever since.

The Inspiration & Design

This project started because I wanted something loose, breathable, and affordable for its size. I also wanted to make sure it was something I would actually wear—a shawl that could double as a cozy wrap for Thanksgiving or a fun, twirl-worthy piece for a girl's night out.

I used a pattern from Craft Nut called the Easy Beginner Shawl, which I’ll link HERE. This pattern has been a favorite of mine for a while, and I’ve used it before with a Caron Cloud Cake. This time, I wanted to make it even larger and drapier, so I made a few tweaks along the way.

How Long Did It Take?

I spent about 12 hours working on this shawl. I had the luxury of a free Saturday, so I dedicated about 9 hours to crocheting (with some breaks for food and bathroom trips). The next day, I wrapped up the final 3 hours. If you were to work on this a little each evening, you could easily finish it within two weeks!

The Yarn & Hook

For this project, I used Brava Tweed from Knit Picks. It’s a worsted weight yarn, 97% premium acrylic and 3% viscose, and comes in 218-yard skeins. The colors I chose—Boysenberry, Pumpkin Bread, and Golden Rod—reminded me of jam and honey, making them perfect for fall. Click HERE for Brava Tweed Value Packs!

I opted for an 8mm crochet hook (L/11) to achieve that extra drape and movement. This is larger than the recommended hook size for worsted weight yarn, but I highly recommend going up a few sizes for a softer, looser result. Get the hook HERE.

Construction & Modifications

I followed the pattern almost exactly, but I made some modifications:

  1. Color Placement: I started with Boysenberry (the dark plum shade) at the top, knowing that the first color often appears most dominant in triangle shawls. I did 16 rows of this color.

  2. Length Adjustments: If you’re under 5’2”, I recommend reducing the starting color by 2-3 rows to avoid it being overly large.

  3. Additional Colors: After Boysenberry, I used 8 rows of Pumpkin Bread (a warm orange) and 6 rows of Golden Rod (a deep yellow).

  4. Border Work: I added a single crochet edging around the entire piece using Golden Rod, followed by a layered effect of single crochets in each color to create a blended finish. This helped prevent curling and added a polished look without a heavy border.

Final Thoughts & Wearability

This shawl turned out exactly how I envisioned—big, cozy, and easy to throw on over a casual outfit. It’s perfect for layering over leggings and a t-shirt for a relaxed look or dressing up for a fun night out.

If you're thinking about making this, I’d say go for it! It’s a straightforward project that looks impressive but doesn’t require overly complicated techniques. Plus, if you grab the Hayride Bundle from Knit Picks (which I’ll link HERE), you’ll get a perfectly coordinated color palette without the guesswork.

Let me know if you make one—I’d love to see how yours turns out!

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