The Easy Steps Beginners Can Use to Crochet a Blooming Shawl

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Inspired by the Red Cassia tree, the Cassia Shawl features a lacy, lightweight design perfect for beginners. Worked in DK yarn with simple stitches and finished with delicate flower-like edging, this shawl is a quick, elegant project ideal for gifting or personal wear.

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1 Cassia Shawl Crochet Pattern
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Cassia Shawl Crochet Pattern

Inspired by the Red Cassia Tree
Skill Level: Beginner
Finished Size: Customizable – repeat rows until desired length
Stitch Style: Light, airy, floral lacework

Materials Needed:

Yarn: DK weight yarn (e.g., Dewy DK in “Oxblood”)
Hook: Size H/5.0 mm crochet hook
Notions: Yarn needle, scissors

Abbreviations (US terms):

ch – chain
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
tr – triple crochet
slst – slip stitch
st(s) – stitch(es)
sk – skip

Pattern Sections:

Section 1: Foundation Rows (Double Crochet Base)

Start: Ch 22 (adjust in multiples of 10 + 2 for custom width).
Row 1: Dc in 3rd ch from hook and in each across. (20 sts)
Row 2: Ch 2, turn. Dc in each dc across. (20 sts)

Section 2: Lacy Body (Rows 3–36)

Row 3:

Ch 7. Tr into first ch made.
Ch 3, sk 4 sts, slst in next st.
Ch 3, sk 4 sts, in next st work (tr, ch 5, tr).
Repeat * to end. Final stitch: (tr, ch 2, tr) in last st.

Row 4:

Ch 7, tr into first ch made.
(tr, ch 5, tr) in slst of previous row, ch 3, slst into 3rd ch of ch-5 loop from last row.
Repeat across.
End with slst into 4th ch of starting ch-7.

Row 5:

Ch 7, tr into slst.
Ch 3, slst into 3rd ch of ch-5 loop, ch 3, (tr, ch 5, tr) in next slst.
Repeat across.
End with slst in 4th ch of ch-7.

Rows 6–36:

Alternate between Row 4 and Row 5.
End with a Row 4 repeat.

Section 3: Border Rows (Rebuilding the Base)

Row 37:

Ch 2, turn.
Work a mix of 2 dc in ch-3 spaces, dc in tr, 3 dc in ch-5 spaces, and dc in slst across.

Row 38:

Ch 2, dc in each dc across. (Should match Row 2 count)

Row 39:

Ch 1, sc in each st across.

Section 4: Cassia Flower Edge (Row 40)

Row 40:

Ch 1, slst in first st.
(Ch 6, slst into same st) three times in same stitch = 1 Cassia Flower.
Slst in next 6 sts.
Repeat: 1 Cassia Flower in next st, slst in next 4 sts.
Repeat across, ending with 6 slsts and 1 Cassia Flower in final st.

Opposite Edge:

Fasten off. Join yarn to starting edge.
Work one row of sc (like Row 39), then repeat Row 40 to add Cassia Flowers.

Finishing Instructions:

Weave in all ends.
Lightly block shawl to open up the lace.
Optional: Add tassels or fringe for embellishment.

Notes:

The pattern is very flexible. You can adjust the width by changing your foundation chain and the length by adding or reducing repeat rows.
Ideal as a lightweight shawl for spring/summer or as a cozy wrap for cooler days.

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Your Cassia Shawl is now complete—a light, floral wrap that’s as beautiful as it is versatile. Wear it year-round or gift it with love. Keep creating and blooming with every stitch!