The Pina Colada Shawl crochet pattern by Yuli Nilssen is a lovely development of the MoonTide design, but made more colorful and fun. This handmade accessory is a joy to look at, either hanging on a hanger, or across your shoulders with a beautiful outfit, such as a dress or a suit. If you like airy, colorful shoulder wraps, this shawl pattern is definitely for you!
Skill Level Needed for the Piña Colada Shawl
This is a medium-easy project for a vibrant and elongated shawl that drapes nicely across the shoulders. It features a repetitive pineapple pattern that results in a gorgeous lace fabric.
The pineapple stitch pattern is an openwork technique that will suit intermediate crocheters and those who have some lace projects done under their belt.
Recommended Yarn and Hook Choices
I have the news that all crocheters are waiting for – tension is not crucial for this pattern. However, if you want your wrap to flow nicely when draped over your shoulders, don’t make your stitches too tight.
Another essential thing for achieving great results is the materials used. The pattern calls for sport-weight yarn paired with a 3.5 mm crochet hook. Nurturing Fibres Eco-Fusion is a hand-dyed blend of bamboo and cotton used to make the sample seen in the photos, but if you have your favorite light cotton yarn, it should work great too.
How to Crochet the Piña Colada Shawl
The pineapple stitch shines in this pattern and is undoubtedly the focal point of the design. The technique involves a mix of chains, double crochets, and picots, which produce a decorative lace effect.
You will work this crochet triangle shawl from the top down using three different colors in a repeating order. Moreover, its modular construction means you can easily adjust the size by adding or removing pattern repeats.
Do I Need to Block This Shawl?
Yes! If you want your Pina Colada Shawl to look nice and polished, blocking is recommended.
After finishing the last row and weaving in all ends, soak it in lukewarm water for 15–20 minutes. You can add a mild detergent or wool wash to give the fabric a soft feel. After that, squeeze the shawl gently (no wringing!) and lay it flat on a blocking mat until it dries.
If you don’t have a blocking mat, you can place it on a clean towel. What you shouldn’t do is not to hang the shawl after blocking because this exposes the fabric to stretching.
