Caitlin Zigzag Shrug - Crochet Pattern
Crocheted and photographed by the lovely Vanessa.
Imagine the snug embrace of your very own Caitlin Zigzag Shrug, a filet crochet masterpiece that effortlessly transitions between casual and chic. This timeless garment, quick to craft and accessible to all skill levels, offers the perfect blend of warmth, style, and comfort. Dress it up or down, wear it in winter's chill or as a stylish layer in spring and autumn—this shrug caters to every mood and season with ease.
Rest assured, the Caitlin Zigzag Shrug has undergone meticulous testing and thorough tech editing to ensure a seamless and enjoyable crafting experience. Your success is our priority, and pattern support is just a message away if you ever need guidance. Your journey in creating this timeless piece is backed by a tested and refined pattern, promising a gratifying project from start to finish.
My journey with this pattern began with a call from Crochet Foundry, seeking designs for their Winter 2023 edition. Inspired by themes suggested by the magazine and nudged by my co-working friend Joanne, I submitted three designs. To my joy, the Caitlin Zigzag Shrug was selected for publication, marking a milestone in my design journey.
This shrug is part of the Caitlin series, which includes a Zigzag Blanket, Cowl, and Scarf. The Caitlin Zigzag Blanket holds sentimental value as it was the pattern that launched Elimee Designs, created for my best friend's new baby. The shrug's conception stemmed from a moment of inspiration, recalling a design I had crafted years ago with the same filet motif. With an attempt at sketching (bearing in mind my limited drawing skills), I sent my proposal, eagerly awaiting their response.
Upon acceptance, it was time to order the hook and yarn. While the yarn was predetermined, I had the delightful task of choosing a hook. Naturally, I gravitated towards the closest shade of purple in their wooden options. Crafting the sample piece was a joy, and recruiting testers in various sizes ensured the pattern's universality. The final steps involved meticulous editing with a tech editor and preparing for the pattern launch. Now, as the pattern emerges, I sincerely hope you find as much joy in making it as I did in designing it!
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Photo from Crochet Foundry Magazine.
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The Pattern
Materials
The sample photographed above was crocheted using Furls Wander yarn in shade Laguna:
XS apx. 510m/565yds
S apx. 560m/615yds
M apx. 610m/670yds
L apx. 680m/750yds
XL apx. 780m/860yds
2X apx. 815m/895yds
3X apx. 865m/950yds
4X apx. 995m/1095yds
5X apx. 1100m/1210yds
Crochet hook size – 6mm/J-10
I used an alpha series purpleheart hook from Furls
Stitch markers (optional)
Row counter (optional)
Difficulty level
Advanced beginner
Sizing
The sizing for this garment is based on your full bust measurement.
The fine print
©2023 Elimee Designs. All rights reserved.
You may sell the items that you crochet by following this pattern on a small scale provided that you credit Elimee Designs as the designer. Mass production is not permitted. This pattern or any of its parts may not be altered, reproduced, distributed, sold or translated without written permission from Elimee Designs. Copies can be made for personal use only.
Please note that all written patterns from Elimee Designs are non-refundable.
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A HUGE thank you goes out to the fabulous testers who kindly helped to make this pattern perfect:
Vanessa
Marina
Erica
Donna
Kathy
Latonya
Ashlee
Jana
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