Boho Chic Black & White Floral Shawl - Free Pattern

Boho Chic Black & White Floral Shawl - Free Pattern

Introduction

Embrace the boho chic vibe with this stunning black and white shawl featuring intricate floral motifs. Perfect for adding a touch of elegance and contrast to any outfit, this shawl is both trendy and timeless. Whether you're dressing up for a night out or adding a cozy layer to your casual look, this shawl is a versatile accessory that you'll love to wear.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Fingering weight yarn, 50% cotton, 50% acrylic; 200g in black and 200g in white
• Needles: US 6 (4.0 mm) knitting needles
• Hook: 3.5 mm crochet hook
• Gauge: 22 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Step-by-Step Instructions

Knitting Instructions

1. Cast On: With black yarn, cast on 120 stitches using your US 6 knitting needles.
2. Rows 1-10: Knit in garter stitch (knit every row) to create a border. This will give your shawl a nice, clean edge.
3. Row 11 (Right Side): Switch to white yarn. Knit 10 stitches, then work the following pattern: *k2tog (knit two together), yo (yarn over)*. Repeat from * to the last 10 stitches, then knit those last 10 stitches.
4. Row 12 (Wrong Side): Knit all stitches. This creates a solid row that balances the lace pattern.
5. Repeat Rows 11-12: Continue repeating these two rows until your shawl measures 60 inches in length, ensuring you end with a wrong side row for a smooth finish.
6. Final 10 Rows: Switch back to black yarn and knit in garter stitch for the last 10 rows to frame your shawl.
7. Bind Off: Bind off all stitches loosely to maintain the elasticity of the shawl's edge.

Crochet Instructions for Floral Motifs

1. Magic Ring: With white yarn, create a magic ring to start your floral motif.
2. Round 1: Chain 1, work 6 single crochets (sc) into the ring, then join with a slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc. (You should have 6 stitches now.)
3. Round 2: Chain 1, then work 2 sc in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first sc. (You should have 12 stitches.)
4. Round 3: Chain 1, then work *1 sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch* around. Join with a sl st. (You should have 18 stitches.)
5. Round 4: Chain 1, then work *1 sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* around. Join with a sl st. (You should have 24 stitches.)
6. Petals: For the petals, *chain 3, double crochet (dc) in the next stitch, chain 3, slip stitch in the next stitch* and repeat from * around to create beautiful petals.
7. Finish: Fasten off your yarn and weave in any loose ends for a neat finish.
8. Attach Motifs: Evenly space and sew the floral motifs onto the shawl using black yarn. Focus on the ends and middle sections for a balanced look, ensuring the motifs enhance the overall design.