The Fairy Garden free crochet summer shrug pattern is an easy project for beginners who want to learn how to crochet a simple, short sleeve bolero for women.
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The Fairy Garden Shrug Crochet Pattern
The Fairy Garden Summer Crochet Shrug
The Fairy Garden Shrug is the ultimate lightweight accessory for any woman’s summer wardrobe, offering a touch of style without the bulk of a heavy jacket.
This short sleeve shoulder cover-up functions as a delicate bolero or cardigan, providing just enough warmth for breezy days spent outdoors.
We named this piece after a special spot in the backyard, and it truly captures that whimsical aesthetic. It is a simple yet elegant way to dress up a casual outfit, making it the perfect piece to toss in your basket when heading out to the garden.
Whether you are looking for a chic summer layer for yourself or a quick gift, this crochet shrug stays cozy and soft against the skin while remaining incredibly light.
How To Crochet The Fairy Garden Shrug
If you are looking for a free crochet summer shrug pattern for beginners, this project is an ideal choice. This easy pattern is designed to be simple and fast, often taking less than two days to complete.
To begin, you will need two 100-gram skeins of fine fingering weight or 4-ply sock yarn and two hook sizes: H/5 mm (H) and 5.5 mm (I).
My step-by-step approach explains how to crochet a one-size-fits-most garment with a video tutorial or written crochet pattern. You will be using approximately 874 yards of fingering weight yarn.
Because the repetitive stitches are so relaxing, this free crochet pattern is as much about de-stressing as it is about creating a beautiful short sleeve shrug. It is a rewarding way to experiment with fine textures while producing handmade clothing in just a few sittings.
Free Video Tutorial: The Fairy Garden Shrug
Follow along with my free YouTube Video Tutorial, or keep scrolling for free written instructions.
Free Crochet Pattern: Fairy Garden Shrug
Pattern Information:
Materials:
Yarn Choice #1: 2 skeins of Cascade Heritage Wave, fingering wt, 74% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon, 437 yds/400 m/100 g/3.5 oz ea.
Yarn Choice #2: 2 skeins of Green Mountain Spinnery, Simply Fine, fingering wt, 40% kid mohair, 60% fine wool, 450 yds/412 m/100 g/3.5 oz ea.
Gauge:
4 clusters wide = 4” /10 cm
Notions:
Tapestry/darning needle
Scissors
Hooks:
US H/5.00 mm crochet hook
US I/5.50 mm crochet hook
Abbreviations:
Approx: approximately
Ch: chain
Cm: centimeter
Dc: double crochet
Ea: each
G: grams
Hdc: half double crochet
Mm: millimeter
Oz: ounces
Prev: previous
Rem: remain
Rep: repeat
Sc: single crochet
Sc2tog: single crochet 2 together
Sp: space
St(s): stitch(es)
Tog: together
Wt: weight
Yds: yards
Size:
One Size
Copyright Notice:
Feel free to sell your finished items made from this pattern, however, please do not copy, alter, or sell the pattern itself. For each of your listings, you must include the following: “Pattern provided by Judy Jewell of The Autumn Acorn at http://www.theautumnacorn.etsy.com“.
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Let’s Begin The Free Crochet Pattern
Shrug:
Using larger crochet hook, ch 74
Row 1: Hdc in ea ch across, ch 2, turn.
Row 2: Using smaller crochet hook, skip 1st st, work (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) into the next st, skip the next st, work 1 sc into the next st, *skip the next st, work (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) into the next st, skip the next st, sc into the next st; rep from * across ending with a sc in the top of the turning ch from prev row, ch 2, turn.
Row 3: Skip 1st st, work (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) into ch 1 sp of prev row, work 1 sc into sc of prev row, *work (2 dc, ch 1, 2 dc) into ch 1 sp of prev row, work 1 sc into sc of prev row; rep from * across, ending with a sc in the top of the turning ch from prev row, ch 2, turn.
Row 4: Rep Row 3 until piece measures approximately 36-38”/91.5-96.5 cm long. Finish off.
Assembly:
Fold garment in half lengthwise with right sides facing ea other. Seam up approximately 8”/20 cm on each side for shoulders. You will be leaving the armholes open. Turn your garment right side out. Attach yarn to the sleeve without a scalloped edge. Work a scallop row around this sleeve opening by rep Row 2 from above. Finish off.
Border:
Using smaller crochet hook, join yarn to center top of shrug. *Sc in first 6 sts, sc2tog; rep from * around, ch 1.
Optional: If you have enough yarn left over, work 1 sc in ea st around.
Finish off.
Blocking:
Soak your shrug in warm water + mild soap for at least one hour and then wrap it in a towel to remove excess water.
Reshape and lay flat to dry.
Weave in all loose ends and enjoy!
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