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You know that I have to really love this Dixie Charm shawl for me to take a picture of myself and stick it on the blog! I attended my granddaughter’s dedication yesterday and went to the closest to choose something to wear. I bought the dress in the photo a couple of years ago while on a beach vacation in Florida. I thought it would be good for the service but definitely needed something to cover my shoulders. I usually wear a small white top but remembered I had just finished the shawl. I thought it matched perfectly! It was so much fun to wear and made me feel great knowing that I made it. I hope you enjoy the shawl and feel so elegant wearing yours too! I love it on Tiara too don’t you?
Pattern Instructions for Dixie Charm
Supplies:
1. Hook: I/5.5
2. Yarn: I used Patons Silk Bamboo approximately 510 yards (5 skeins), but I think this project would be great using any worsted weight yarn or even sock yarn would be beautiful.
3. Tapestry Needle for sewing in the ends.
Gauge: 20 st and 9 rows = 4”. (I don’t think gauge is a real issue here because people can just keep going until they have reach their desired length and width).
Note: Each row increases by 8 st.
Ch 3, sl st to first ch to make ring.
Row 1: ch 3, 2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc, turn (8 st)
Row 2: ch 3, (counts as first dc here and throughout, 2 dc in same sp, dc in next 2 st, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in center ch-2 sp , dc in next 2 st, 3 dc in top of 3rd ch, turn (16 st)
Row 3: ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, dc in next 6 st, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in center ch-2 sp, dc in next 6 st, 3 dc in top of 3rd ch, turn, (24 st)
Row 4: ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, [skip 2 st, dc in next 2 dc, ch 2] repeat until center, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in center ch-2 sp, ch 2, *skip 2 st, dc in next 2 dc ch 2* repeat *to* until end, 3 dc in top of 3rd ch, turn (32 st)
Row 5: ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, 2 dc in ch-2 sp, ch 2, [skip 2 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2], repeat until center, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in center ch-2 sp, ch 2 *skip 2 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2* repeat *to* until end, 3 dc in top of 3rd ch, turn (40 st)
Row 6-7: Repeat Row 5
Row 8: ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, ch 2, [skip 2 st, 2 dc in ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2] repeat until center, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in center ch-2 sp, ch 2 *skip 2 st, 2 dc in ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2* repeat *to* until end, 3 dc in top of 3rd ch, turn (64 st)
Row 9: ch 3, 2 dc in same sp, dc in next 2 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, [dc in next 6 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp], repeat until 2 stitches from center, dc in next 2 st, (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) in center ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp, *dc in next 6 st, 2 dc in next ch-2 sp* repeat from *to* across until end, dc in last 2 st, 3 dc in top of 3rd, turn, (72 st)
Repeat rows 4-9 until you have reach desired length and width.
Edging of Shawl
Row 1: ch 1 and sc in same sp, [ch 5, skip next 3 st, sc in next st] repeat until 2 st from center, ch 5, sc in center ch-2 sp, ch 5, skip 2 st, sc in next st, *ch 5, skip next 3 st, sc in next st*, repeat from *to*, turn
Row 2: ch 1, *(2 sc, hdc, dc, hdc, 2 sc) in next ch 5 sp*, repeat *to* until end. Fasten off.
Optional: You can finish off the shawl by crocheting sc stitches evenly down the top of the shawl. I didn’t do it for my project because I liked it without, but depending on your yarn choice, it may look great.
Hope you have a great day. Be blessed.
Kathy
After row nine do you mean repeat row 4 and 9 or do u mean repeat row 4 thur 9?
Repeat rows 4 through 9.
This was a joy to make. I used Paton’s Grace yarn in Orchid and made a super pretty light weight shawl for myself 🙂 I must make more of these as gifts. Worked up very quickly and nicely. Thank you so much!
I’m so glad you loved it!
Love this pattern, as I want a lacy lightweight shawl I am making up in zauberball 100 merino wool and using a 6.00mm hook, onto row 10 already and can’t wait to see how the colour changes come out.
Thank you. I have been looking for the perfect pattern to make a shawl – not too frilly but something that has a classic look and feel. This is perfect!
I have made two of these. So easy. Gave both as gifts. Think I may make a few up and see if they sell. Great and easy pattern.
That’s wonderful! Good luck in selling them! I hope they do sell for you!
YOU DO BEAUTIFUL CROCHET. I WILL; TRY TO MAKE SOME SHAWLS FOR ME SINCE I USE THEM AT TO BIBLE STUDY AT THE KINGDOM HALL CAUSE A/C IS VERY COLD. AND I DO NOT SELL THEM, RATHER GIVE THEM TO SISTERS OR MY MOM. THANK YOU FOR TEACHING SO MUCH BEAUTY.
Kathy – I have made two of your scarves and am in the middle of making your vintage violet shawl. I never have any problems with your patterns. In a moment of weakness I purchased three balls of Ella Rae Cozy soft prints in dk weight and now have set about searching for just the right pattern for this special yarn. In my list of patterns I came across Dixie Charm Summer Shawl and and wondered if perhaps I had found the right pattern. Then I read that not only could you use worsted weight yarn but sock yarn as well. Do you
think it would work with my dk weight which is 25% Superwash wool and 75% acrylic. It is such a beautiful yarn…..I could see it made into a lightweight shawl for summer. I know it is hard to give an opinion without seeing the yarn but I would appreciate your best guess. Also I was thinking about using a size “I” hook since there are not indications on the ball band about crochet hook size. What do you think?. Thanks so much for your time and guidance. I really appreciate it. Linda
I just finished this beautiful shawl for a dear friend, who just lost her sister.I loved how easy it works up. I just know she will love it. Thank you for sharing this.
I’m so new to crocheting….I can’t even get 8 stitches at the end of row 1…..I only get six. What am I doing wrong?
Susan,
No worries. Don’t forget to count the 2 stitches that form the center too. 🙂
Kathy
I’m hoping to make this using recycled yarn from a sweater. Within the sweater it’s 3 strands held together, but I’m thinking of separating them. If I do, the yarn I’d be using will be very thin, probably a 2 I guess – less than baby sport anyway if I’m judging correctly. It also means I’d be using a much smaller hook, probably a 3. So I want to make sure I’m understanding correctly, the weight of yarn/hook size shouldn’t be too much of an issue since I can just continue to work the pattern until I get it where I want it right?
The only thing I’ve ever made to wear is a scarf or 2 so I’m pretty excited to do this. I always have a million projects on the go so knowing me at the earliest it might be done for spring…which would work perfectly 🙂
Carmen,
The pattern is made to keep going until you reach your desired length, so I’m thinking it should be fine.
Kathy.
Thanks for the quick response! When I do get it done I’ll be sure to get a picture posted somewhere, probably on rav 🙂
Oh let me know. I want to see!
Just made this shawl in almost the same color – Pistachio. Living in FL I wanted something light and airy and this shawl fit the bill. Thanks so much for sharing!
Marie,
I’m so glad you enjoyed the pattern! I bet it’s beautiful!
Kathy
Firstly thank you for the great pattern 🙂 ever since I heard about it I have been looking forward to making it. Today I have started my shawl and I’m already in love with it.
I thought you’d like to know that ROW 5 has a typo, it’s the second side of that ROW as you forgot to add 2. I realised the mistake when I finished that row and the stitch count wasn’t right. I then checked my work against what you wrote and looked at what I’d done so far. That was how I realised your mistake as the sides always mirror each other. So I went back to the second half of that ROW and added the extra dc and problem was solved. I hope I am making sense?
(You’ve currently got written: ch 2 *skip 2 st, dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2* repeat *to* until end, 3 dc in top of 3rd ch, turn (40 st). All you need to do is put 2 in front of dc in next chapter-2 sp.)
I also wanted to ask, I am now at the stage where you say repeat row 4-9 until desired length. How many times did you do this to achieve your length before adding the edging of the shawl? Knowing this would really help me as I’m bed bound due to being severely ill so it’s hard for me to tell what length I should have as I can’t stand up etc. I’m looking for a result like yours.
Thank you for your help. I am a member of ravelry so I will have this shawl as a project on there. In fact I’m about to upload some work in progress photos. I’m very happy with the results so far 🙂 I’m using King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK which has been hand dyed in several lovely pastel colours. It’s looking amazing as well as feeling so soft.
Hope I’ve been of help and you don’t mind me pointing out the error 🙂 and if you have a moment to reply to my question ASAP I’d be very grateful.
Rosie 🙂
Rosie,
Thank you for catching the typo!!!! I’ve since corrected it. Also, I crocheted 38 rows before I started the edging. Hope this helps you.
Kathy
Thank you 🙂 that’s great. So a total of 36 rows before the edging? I’m really getting into this pattern, I’m finding it very addictive so much so I struggled to put it down last night. I have a feeling it won’t take me long to finish and then I’ll want to make more :-).
No, it would be a total of 40 rows. 38 rows of the pattern then 2 rows of the edging. I love the pattern myself!! Glad you are enjoying it.
I’m very new at crocheting but would love to give this a try. I, too, am confused on how to start. Is row one stitched inside the ring?
Barb,
Yes. Once you complete row 1 you will begin turning the project at the end of the row.
This is perfect – I’m going to start this today with my Patons Metallic in Pewter.
This is a fantastic shawl and I’m looking forward to making it soon! Thank you so much for sharing your pattern.
I’m making this right now to wear to a wedding next weekend. The pattern is easy to follow and is beautiful! Thank you for this fabulous pattern.
I’m sure it will be beautiful for the wedding. I’d love to see it!!
I’m new to crochet and haven’t attempted a shawl yet, but this is gorgeous! I might have to make this my first attempt.
I Got It!!! It was me. I forgot to add row 7. Duhhhh! Love it!! Love it!! Love it!!
Hi Kathy, I’m working your beautiful pattern now. And I have ran into a snag.. I’m having a problem with row 8. If each row increase by 8 then row 8 should be 72 chains and row 7 should be 64? What am I doing wrong? Help. I just love this shawl and I want to make it today. Thanks
Pamela,
If you increase by 8 each row this is what you should get:
Row 1 = 8
Row 2 = 16
Row 3 = 24
Row 4 =32
Row 5= 40
Row 6=48
Row 7 = 56
Row 8 = 64
Row 9 = 72
If you have 64 stitches for row 7, you’ve added 8 somewhere that shouldn’t be there. Hope this helps.
Love this beautiful shawl……
Love your patterns! This one is one of my most favorite!
Love this shawl!!
It’s really cute one..
This may be an obvious question, but I’m a little confused about how you start by making a ring but then move into rows. Could someone explain this? Thanks!
Sarah,
I understand how this can be confusing. When you normally start with making something in a ring, you are working in a continuous round. On this pattern, after you complete the ring and finish Round 1, you won’t work in the round but instead you will turn your project at the end of each row. I hope this makes sense to you. Let me know if you need any other help.
Kathy
I love the Dixie Charm shawl front but would love it to just be elbow length at the back ! Is there any way to make it elbow length at the back ? Winny.
Winny,
Without reconstructing the entire pattern, there really isn’t any way for you to get the amount of length you want in the front (enough to tie) and shorten it in the back. I’m sorry.
Kathy
How does the statement “Please Favorite or Queue in Revelry” work?
I have a friend getting married next month,,, Dixie Charm fits the bill for her, her Mom and her sister. Thanks so much for sharing this lovely creation SMILE
Thank you for the pattern. Just finished making this yesterday for a friend. She wanted fringe so I added it after row 1 of the edge. It was done with RHSS so it’s a bit stiff but will soften after its first wash. Don’t know how to share the picture here but it will be on my Pinterest page. Thanks again.
I love this shawl and want to make it for my Mom but I seem to be having trouble with the pattern. My sides don’t match up. Is this right? What am I doing wrong???
Lynda,
I’m so sorry you are having trouble. Do you think it’s possible your count is off? Remember to count the ch 2 in the center as 2 stitches. Both sides should have an even amount of stitches. Several people have worked up the shawl with no issues, so I’m hoping it’s just your stitch count. Let me know if I can help you any further.
Kathy
Love this shawl! I have some lovely pima cotton yarn I was going to use for a sweater but didn’t like the outcome, now I can use it for this awesome shawl. Hopefully I’ll be done by next week and I can show it to everyone when I’m on vacation!
I bet the Pima cotton will be beautiful! I would love to see it!!
Hi Kathy 🙂 I love Dixie Charm (and the name rocks too!). Thank you for linking up at Link & Share Wednesday 🙂 and Congratulations! Your project was one of the most clicked! Here’s the link to the post: http://www.oombawkadesigncrochet.com/2014/07/link-and-share-wednesday-party-49.html
All the best, Rhondda
Thanks for hosting a great link party Rhondda. My hubby named the shawl as he does all my projects. 🙂
Absolutely loved making this shawl. I have put it on my favorites on Raverly.com. thanks so much!
Melissa,
Going there to see it now!
Beautiful pattern! Love that you shared 🙂
Another terrific crochet pattern. I’ll definitely be letting people know about this one in Saturday’s Link Love roundup.
Just gorgeous!! Thank you for the beautiful free pattern!!!!
Thanks Diane. Hope you enjoy!
This looks like a perfect pattern for charity crocheting. Thank you so much for sharing. Will post pics to Rav complete.
I can’t wait to see it Dail!
You did an amazing job! I would have never thought to make a shawl in that color and it is absolutely stunning! Thanks for sharing the pattern 🙂
Thank you! I love the color too.
This is lovely! I added it to my rav faves plus posted the link at a facebook group I am in called Yet Another Shawl. I’m sure everyone will love it! Thank you so much!
Thank you so much Patricia. What an honor!
Love it, working it up right now!!
Gorgeous!
Thanks Jeanette!
This is so summery…going to do it up in cotton thread. Thank you for sharing!
I think cotton thread would be beautiful!
Beautiful shawl
Thanks Gail!
Very pretty. Thank you so much for sharing; I have saved it to my files. You did an awesome job!
Thanks Deborah.
Just printed it out!
I want to see it when you’ve finished!
Lovely shawl. And it does match the dress perfectly.
This would be a perfect weight for a Ronald McDonald House mom. I pinned it to my Crochet for a Cause board. Thank you!
What a great idea Suzanne!
Love this new Pattern!!!!