DROPS 145-6
DROPS design: Pattern no bs-039
Yarn group A + A
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Measurements:
Width at the top: approx. 134 cm / 52 3/4"
Height mid back: approx. 67 cm / 26½''

Materials: DROPS BABYALPACA SILK from Garnstudio
150 g color no 0100, off white
200 g color no 8112, ice blue
250 g color no 6235, gray blue

DROPS CROCHET HOOK size 5 mm / H/8 – or size needed to get 15 dc x 9 rows with 2 strands = 10 x 10 cm / 4'' x 4''.

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Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn converter here

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Pattern instructions

NOTE: This pattern is written in American English. All measurements in charts are in cm. For conversion from inches to cm - click here. There are different terms for crocheting in American and British English. If this pattern includes crochet, click for "crochet terms" here. For this pattern in British English, please click here.
MAGIC CIRCLE:
When piece is worked in the round, start with this technique to avoid hole in the middle (instead of ch-ring): Hold the yarn end and wind the yarn one time around the index finger to make a loop. Hold the loop with left thumb and middle finger, place the yarn over left index finger. Insert hook through the loop, make a YO and pull yarn through loop, ch 3, then work 11 dc around the loop. Pull yarn end to tighten the loop. Fasten the yarn end on the back side.

CROCHET TIP: Replace 1 hdc at beg of round with 2 ch.

STRIPES:
Work stripes as follows:
0-27 cm / 0-10½": 2 strands off white
27-37 cm / 10½"-14½": 1 strand off white and 1 strand ice blue
37-47 cm / 14½"-18½": 2 strands ice blue
47-57 cm / 18½"-22½": 1 strand ice blue and 1 strand gray blue
57-67 cm / 22½"-26½": 2 strands gray blue
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SHAWL:
The shawl is worked in stripes - see explanation above.
Work a magic circle with 12 dc on hook size 5 mm / H/8 – see explanation above. Turn.

ROW 1: READ CROCHET TIP! 2 hdc in first dc, * 1 hdc in each of the next 2 dc, 2 hdc in next dc *, repeat from *-* until 2 dc remain and finish with 1 hdc in each of the last 2 dc = 16 hdc. Turn.

ROW 2: 2 hdc in first hdc, * 1 hdc in each of the next 3 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc *, repeat from *-* until 3 hdc remain and finish with 1 hdc in each of the last 3 hdc = 20 hdc. Turn.

ROW 3: 2 hdc in first hdc, * 1 hdc in each of the next 4 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc *, repeat from *-* until 4 hdc remain and finish with 1 hdc in each of the last 4 hdc = 24 hdc. Turn.

ROW 4: 2 hdc in first hdc, * 1 hdc in each of the next 5 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc *, repeat from *-* until 5 hdc remain and finish with 1 hdc in each of the last 5 hdc = 28 hdc. Turn.

ROW 5: 2 hdc in first hdc, * 1 hdc in each of the next 6 hdc, 2 hdc in next hdc *, repeat from *-* until 6 hdc remain and finish with 1 hdc in each of the last 6 hdc = 32 hdc. Turn.

ROW 6: ch 4, work 3 dc in next hdc, * skip 3 hdc, work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc in next hdc *, repeat from *-* 6 times in total, skip 3 hdc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next hdc, skip 1 hdc, work 1 dc in last hdc. Turn.

ROW 7: ch 4, work 3 dc in first ch, * skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 3 + 3 dc in next ch-space *, repeat from *-* 6 times in total, skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, 1 dc in last dc. Turn.

ROW 8: ch 4, work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc in first ch, * skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 3 + 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc in next ch-space *, repeat from *-* 6 times in total, skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 1 in last ch and 1 dc in last dc. Turn.

ROW 9: ch 4, work 3 dc + ch 1 in first ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, * skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 3 + 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch-space, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch *, repeat from *-* 6 times in total, skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch and 1 dc in last dc. Turn.

ROW 10-11: Work as 9th row.

ROW 12: ch 4, work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 1 in first ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc in next ch,* skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 3 + 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch-space, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc in next ch *, repeat from *-* 6 times in total, skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 1 in last ch and 1 dc in last dc. Turn.

ROW 13: ch 4, work 3 dc + ch 1 in first ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch,* skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc, + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 3 + 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch-space, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc in next ch *, repeat from *-* 6 times in total, skip 6 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch, skip 3 dc, work 3 dc + ch 1 in next ch and 1 dc in last dc. Turn.

ROW 14-15: Work as 13th row.

When 3 rows have been worked as row 13, inc the same way as on row 12 (in ch-space work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 3 + 3 dc + ch 1 +3 dc + ch 1, and work 3 dc + ch 1 + 3 dc + ch 1 in first and last ch).

Work next row as 13th row but work 3 dc + ch 1 more between every top/bottom in pattern.
Work 3 rows in total like this, then inc again.
Continue like this upwards, on every 4th row inc in every top and in each side.
Continue until shawl measures 67 cm / 26½'' measured along the middle of shawl. Fasten off.

Do you have a question? See a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.

The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size only serve as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.

The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch

The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.

The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.

Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.

See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?

All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.

Click here for an overview of the yarns in each yarn group

At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn converter, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the converter will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).

If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be converted separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.

Click here to see our yarn converter

Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn converter, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.

It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.

The yarn converter will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.

If you think it's hard to decide what size to make, it can be a good idea to measure a garment you own already and like the size of. Then you can pick the size by comparing those measures with the ones available in the pattern's size chart.

You'll find the size chart at the bottom of the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read size chart

The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.

Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch

Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.

The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.

When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.

When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.

When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.

When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.

When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.

The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.

The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

The total width of the garment (from wrist-to-wrist) will be larger in the larger sizes, despite the actual sleeves being shorter. The larger sizes have longer sleeve caps and wider shoulders, so there will be a good fit in all sizes.

The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder (usually closest to the neckline), and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.

See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing

Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.

Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.

The rib edge is more elastic and will contract slightly compared to, for example, stocking stitch. By increasing before the rib edge, you avoid a visible difference in width between the rib edge and the rest of the body.

It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.

See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)

To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.

See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately

Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.

See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open

Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.

See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?

Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.

Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!

If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.

Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.

All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.

Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding

Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:

1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.

2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.

3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.

4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.

Pilling is a natural process that happens to even the most exclusive of fibers. It's a natural sign of wear and tear that is hard to avoid, and that is most visible in high friction areas of your garment like a sweater's arms and cuffs.

You can make your garment look as new by removing the pilling, using a fabric comb or a pill/lint remover.

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Comments / Questions (189)

country flag Shannah wrote:

Hartelijk dank voor het antwoord. Hoe haak ik de stokjes tussen de punten? Moeten er 3 stokjes in elke losse (dus steeds na 3 stokjes) of moet ik ergens 6 stokjes overslaan?

20.03.2024 - 11:04

DROPS Design answered:

Dag Shannah,

Je haakt 3 stokjes in elke losse en in de 'binnenbocht' sla je 6 stokjes over, in de 'buitenbocht' haak je 3 stokjes, 3 lossen en 3 stokjes, net als in toer 13.

20.03.2024 - 13:06

country flag Shannah wrote:

Als ik toer 16 ga haken als toer 12 is het dan de bedoeling dat ik 2 keer meer de 3stokjes en 1 losse haak? En wanneer sla ik dan de 6 stokjes over? Er zijn logischerwijs meer stokjes dan toen ik toer 12 haakte. Hartelijk dank voor uw antwoord.

19.03.2024 - 20:51

DROPS Design answered:

Dag Shannah,

Er zitten dan inderdaad meer stokjes en lossen tussen. Het gaat erom dat je op de hoeken op dezelfde manier haakt als op toer 12.

20.03.2024 - 10:42

country flag Shannah wrote:

Goedendag, Hoe gaat het verder na toer 15? In welke lus moet er gemeerderd worden (in de punten?) en hoe vaak en waar worden de 3 stk en 1 losse gehaakt? Als ik toer 12 volg na toer 15 kom ik niet uit. Kan het uitgeschreven worden hoe de volgende toeren gehaakt moeten worden? Alvast dank voor uw antwoord. Groetjes Shannah

18.03.2024 - 19:28

DROPS Design answered:

Dag Shannah,

Als er in totaal 3 toeren zijn gehaakt zoals toer 13 (dus je hebt dan 15 toeren in totaal), dan haak je de volgende toer zoals beschreven in de een na laatste paragraaf. Daarna haak je weer als toer 13 (dus de punten zoals toer 13; er zitten meer stokjes en lossen tussen de punten) waarbij je op elke 4e toer meerdert in elke punt en aan elke zijkant. Dus steeds 3 toeren als toer 13 dan 1 toer meerderen.

20.03.2024 - 11:09

country flag Nicola Kutz wrote:

Hallo, gibt es zu dieser Anleitung eine Häkelschrift? Man möchte ja handarbeiten und nicht lesen :) Vielen Dank im Voraus

19.02.2024 - 11:15

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Frau Kutz, es gibt für dieses Modell nur eine schriftliche Anleitung. Viel Spaß beim häkeln!

19.02.2024 - 15:20

country flag Sheliak wrote:

Bonjour Je remarque qu'au rang 13, avant de sauter 6B pour la première fois on doit faire 3B+1ml. Or dans la répétition entre *-* on fini bien chaque répétition par 3B seulement avant de sauter les 6B. N'y aurait il pas "+1ml" en trop dans le patron avant la première répétition ? Merci

03.01.2024 - 09:49

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme Sheliak, c'est juste ainsi, vous avez 1 maille en l'air entre chaque groupe de 3 brides, sauf dans les coins où vous aurez 3 mailles en l'air entre les 2 groupes de 3 brides crochetés dans le même arceau. Bon crochet!

03.01.2024 - 15:41

country flag Ros wrote:

Please tell me .... What does the abbreviation "inc" mean after one has worked Rows 14 & 15 : as 13th row? In other words Row 16! Thank you

12.08.2023 - 17:02

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Ros, after you have worked rows 14 and 15 like you worked row 13, you now increase the same way as you did on row 13 (= row 16), then crochet 3 rows without increasing (row 17, 18 and 19), then increase on next row as before (row 20) and repeat the last 4 rows. Happy crocheting!

14.08.2023 - 09:18

country flag Roselyne Potey wrote:

Bonjour. A la place de faire 3B+1ml DANS 1ml du rang précédent, peut-on faire 3B+1ml dans l arceau créé ? C'est a dire crocheter SOUS la ml plutôt que DANS la ml? Cela faitil une différence ? J'espère que ma question est claire !! Merci par avance

13.06.2023 - 19:53

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Mme Potey, tout à fait, vous pouvez crocheter les 3 brides autour de la maille en l'air (sous la maille en l'air au lieu de dedans). Bon crochet!

14.06.2023 - 07:42

country flag Karin wrote:

Is er ook een haakdiagram van deze sjaal?

17.11.2022 - 13:09

DROPS Design answered:

Dag Karin,

Nee, helaas alleen een patroonbeschrijving en geen telpatroon.

20.11.2022 - 17:49

country flag Jarmila wrote:

Dobrý den, nevim si rady s timto pridanim, nevim ve kterém místě je mam přidat:"Následující řadu háčkujeme stejně jako 13. řadu, ale mezi každým vrcholkem/prohlubní v klikatém vzoru háčkujeme navíc 3 DS + 1 řo". Děkuji. J. Drobná

02.01.2022 - 17:16

country flag Melanie Gelderland wrote:

Haak volgende toer als 13e toer. Maar haak 3 stk en 1 l meer tussen elke punt?

17.12.2021 - 14:17

DROPS Design answered:

Dag Melanie,

De 13e toer heeft een herhalend patroon van steeds 3 stokjes en 1 losse. tussen de punten. Nu doe je dat ook, maar met een herhaling extra.

19.12.2021 - 19:09