Gillian Crochet Shrug

This is a super simple construction technique of turning any rectangle into a fitted shrug. The lace rectangle is worked side to side from the center out. The short sides are sewn to create sleeves, and the collar is worked around the perimeter by working into the end of each row.

What you will need:

625 (690, 760, 840, 925) yds  or 570 (630, 700, 770, 854m) #4 worsted weight yarn
J/10 (6mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Scissors

shown in:

Be So Tender Yarn; 100% organic cotton; 140 yds (128m) per 3.5oz (100g); color Lagoon; 5 (5, 6, 6, 7) balls

Shrug fits 36 (40, 44, 48, 52) in or 91 (101, 112, 122, 132) cm bust circumference sized for S (M, L, XL, 2X)

This pattern is featured in Kristin Omdahl’s newest book, “Layers: Crochet Patterns to Style, Drape & Fit”. You can pre-order the ebook HERE