A granny stitch shawl you’ll love for cozy reading and relaxing
Do you love to read? Then you need an oversized granny stitch shawl to keep you cozy and warm while you snuggle up with that good book!
The Library Book Granny Stitch Shawl crochet pattern
One of the best ways to take care of yourself and take some time to recharge is to pick up a good book. I love to read. I choose to read after I’ve gotten in bed for the night. But sometimes, I curl up in my favorite recliner and wrap myself in something like the granny stitch shawl.
Design + Construction
As soon as I saw the color name for Lion Brand’s “Flikka” – Library Book – I knew I had to use it. My daughter and I are avid readers so it was a perfect fit. Plus, the yarn has a cozy vibe with it’s subtle flecks of color in blues and browns, my favorite color groups.
This oversized granny stitch shawl features alternating sections of solid double crochet and granny stitch which work well together. The granny stitch is one of my favorite design elements.
I designed this granny stitch shawl to be an easy, mindful make because I absolutely love a project that I can work on while relaxing. The rows start at the top center of the shawl and work out from there. Once you get started, it’s easy to see where the stitches line up and how the sections fit together.
The Library Book Granny Stitch Shawl is a traditional triangle style construction.
What makes this granny stitch shawl so special?
- It’s oversized so it provides ALL the cuddles!
- The yarn and granny stitch combine to give the shawl a vintage look.
- The pattern is beginner friendly; the shawl is a great mindful make.
- And, it’s fabulous for cozying up next to the fire with a good book!
The Yarn
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I chose ‘Flikka’ for this shawl for 3 reasons.
- The fiber content included cotton meaning the granny stitch shawl can be worn in multiple seasons.
- DK weight keeps the shawl lighter weight while still providing warmth.
- I simply couldn’t resist the color name – Library Book (the color scheme includes some of my favorites).
Unfortunately, Lion Brand has discontinued this lovely yarn. And, at this posting, the company has also discontinued its replacement, Comfy Cotton Blend. Any DK weight yarn will work with this granny stitch shawl because its generous size allows for some deviation.
To achieve the same affect as the original yarn, choose a cotton or cotton blend that has breathability, warmth, and more structure than an animal fiber yarn which is what this granny stitch shawl needs.
Here are a few of my favorites:
- Premier Yarns “Cotton Sprout” and “Cotton Sprout Speckles”
- Lion Brand “LB Collection Cotton Jeans”
- Knit Picks “Hawthorne DK” and “Comfy Sport“
You’ll also need an acrylic solid color to pair with the Comfy Cotton. I used Stylecraft Special DK because I loved how the color complimented the other yarn. Because I’m in the US, I ordered mine from the Wool Warehouse in the UK. It’s also available through LoveCrafts. Even though this is also a UK company, they have US distribution. I’ve ordered other yarns from them and the service has been quick.
Where to get the PDF for the Library Book Shawl
The free pattern for the Library Book Shawl is in this blog post. Scroll down to view the free version (be sure you’re a blog subscriber).
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The Library Book Shawl free pattern
Materials
Yarn
Main color (MC): Any DK weight yarn will work (refer to the paragraph earlier in the post for guidelines). You’ll need approx. 950 yds. This yarn is used for the solid sections.
Contrasting color (CC): Stylecraft “Special DK” 100% premium acrylic (3.5oz/322yd; 100g/295m) Color #1420 (Camel) – 2 skeins. This yarn is used for the granny stitch sections.
Note: Any acrylic DK weight yarn can be substituted for the contrasting color, approx. 640 yds.
Hook
US size H-8 (5mm) or size needed for gauge
General Information
Skill Level: Confident beginner
Finished Size
Gauge: 14 dc x 8 rows = 4″ (While gauge isn’t critical, meeting gauge will ensure that your granny stitch shawl is the size listed here)
Abbreviations – US crochet terminology
- beg – beginning
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- rep – repeat
- sc – single crochet
- sk – skip
- sp – space
- st(s) – stitch(es)
Special Stitches
Granny stitch (GS) – 3 dc in the same st or sp
Stacked single crochet (STsc) – see the video
Stitch Count by Row
I highly recommend counting the number of stitches at regular intervals while you work, especially when transitioning from one section to the next.
In the chart below, the solid section rows are shaded blue, the granny stitch sections remain white.
Pattern Notes
- When counting the number of sts in a row, count all stitches AND chains.
- Be careful not to work the first st of each row too short or too tight. The edges tend to pull so be sure to pull up the first loop of the STsc or make the turning ch-3 loose.
- Pay close attention to the placement of the granny clusters in the 1st row of each granny section. The number of sts skipped is important.
- The shawl is completely reversible – there is no right or wrong side.
- To change colors between sections, do the following: Work to the last step of the final dc of the row. Drop the working color. With the new color, complete the final dc of the row, then turn and begin working the next row.
Grab a good book and snuggle up in your new granny stitch shawl!
If you love a granny stitch shawl, you might also enjoy these MadameStitch designs.
Here are the details about the Library Book Shawl crochet pattern
Skill level: Confident beginner
Written in English using US crochet terminology
Yarn: Lion Brand “Flikka” 50% cotton, 50% polyester DK weight (3.5oz/196yd; 100g/179m)
Main color (MC) – Color #704 (Library Book) – 5 skeins (used for the solid sections)
Note: Flikka is discontinued. However, Lion Brand’s “Comfy Cotton Blend” is essentially the same yarn and comes in generous 7oz cakes. The comparable color is #710 (Driftwood). You’ll need 3 cakes.
Stylecraft “Special DK” 100% premium acrylic (3.5oz/322yd; 100g/295m)
Contrasting color (CC) – Color #1420 (Camel) – 2 skeins (used for the granny stitch sections)
Note: Any acrylic DK weight yarn can be substituted for the contrasting color.
Hook: US size H-8 (5mm) or size needed for gauge
Finished size: Approx. 68” (top edge) x 40” deep x 52” (side edge)
Go grab your supplies, get the pattern and let’s get started!
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