Ferne Sideways Shawl

Ferne Sideways Shawl by Truly Crochet

What is Being Made

The Ferne Sideways Shawl is a crocheted triangular wrap designed to be worked sideways, creating a garment that measures approximately 17.5 inches in width and 69 inches in length. This construction method allows the shawl to grow horizontally across the rows, resulting in a generous draped accessory suitable for layering and warmth.

Craft and Construction Method

This project is created using crochet, a fiber craft that uses a single hook to form interlocking loops of yarn. The sideways construction technique means you begin with a foundation chain and build the shawl by working rows perpendicular to the final length, which is an efficient method for creating large rectangular or triangular wraps without requiring excessive yardage or frequent color changes.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Chain Stitch (Ch) – The foundation stitch used to create the initial base of 69 chains
• Double Crochet (Dc) – The primary stitch throughout the pattern, worked into each chain and subsequent rows
• Chainless Foundation Option – An alternative method provided for creating the initial 68 double crochet stitches without a traditional chain foundation, offering a more polished edge

Materials and Tools

The Ferne Sideways Shawl requires 880 yards of worsted or aran weight yarn. The pattern recommends Cascade 220 in the Robin Egg Blue colorway as the featured yarn choice. A 5.5mm crochet hook (US I/9) is required for proper gauge and fabric drape. Additional supplies include scissors, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, a tape measure, blocking boards, and blocking pins for finishing and shaping the completed shawl.

Difficulty Level and Pattern Format

Rated as a beginner level project, the Ferne Sideways Shawl is accessible to crocheters new to the craft. The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF and is written using American standard crochet terminology, making it clear and straightforward to follow. The pattern notes that chain-1 at the start of each row does not count as a stitch, a convention that simplifies stitch counting throughout the project.