What if you could turn your shawl into a cozy poncho-style sweater in just a few seconds? With the Stay at Home Pocket Shawl crochet pattern by Jess Coppom it’s possible! It’s a trendy accessory and a great alternative to traditional scarves and shawls. It’ll upgrade your all-year-round wardrobe, allowing you to create beautiful layered outfits. Make sure to add buttons in the front for a nice poncho-esque look!
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Pocket Shawl
This crochet pocket shawl project is super stylish and functional. Beautiful texture made with Tunisian eyelet stitches makes it breathable, while the medium-weight yarn fabric provides warmth on cooler days. It features two large pockets you can use to keep your hands warm or stash small essentials like keys, wallet, or phone.
Is This Project Hard for Someone New to Tunisian Crochet?
The Stay at Home Pocket Shawl crochet pattern will suit confident beginners eager to learn Tunisian crochet. It uses several variations of the Tunisian Simple Stitch and will make a great entry point to this technique. The shawl features a simple rectangle construction and finishes with a crab stitch border. Stitch markers will help you with the right placement of the pockets, which are sewn to the wrap’s body.
If you’ve never tried Tunisian crochet before, you may want to check our helpful guide for beginners:
Materials You’ll Need For This Project
To make this stylish crocheted shawl, prepare aran weight yarn and crochet hooks in two sizes: 6.5 mm and 8 mm. You can use Lion Brand Wool Ease Solids, Heathers, Twists, which is a popular choice for cozy handmade accessories. Its soft acrylic fibers provide warmth and lightness without adding too much bulk.
Go for the neutral color palette specified in the pattern so that you can easily match your shawl with multiple outfits or accent it with a bright shade of your choice.
