Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps: 35 Stylish Ways to Keep Warm, from Lacy Shawls to Chunky Afghans - Paperback

by Laura Strutt (Author)

Crochet your own shawls, wraps, capelets, and afghans from this collection of stylish patterns

Shawls, wraps, and afghans are a simple yet colorful way to liven up your wardrobe or home--they are comforting and cozy, but they can also be stylish and delicate. Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps has 35 patterns ranging from a simple, slip-on crochet wrap, to a large open-work shawl with tassels, and an emerald-green afghan with contrasting borders. There are lace-patterned shawls to drape around your shoulders at a party, or capelets to add a layer of warmth to your outfit on chilly days. Granny hexagons and stars are used to make giant rectangular wraps and afghans, while triangle stitch and puff stitch add texture and weight. There's even a "stash-buster" pattern with a mix-and-match border designed to use up your colorful leftover yarns. Many of the shawls would make excellent gifts--particularly as "prayer shawls"--and of course, one size fits all!

Author Biography

Laura Strutt is a passionate designer and enjoys knitting and crochet, as well as dressmaking, quilting, and hand-lettering. Laura is the author of several books for CICO, including Modern Granny Square Crochet, Modern Knitted Shawls and Wraps, Arm and Finger Knitting, Sewing for Babies and Children, Get Knooking, 35 Knitted Baby Blankets, Modern Embroidery and Modern Weaving. Discover more of Laura's designs, technique guides and crafty inspiration on her website, www.madepeachy.com, and on Instagram @madepeachy. Laura is based in Ipswich, UK.