Two small seams convert a crochet shawl into a shrug. The swath is made of a vintage love knot pattern consisting of petite love knots set off with rows of double crochet. The alpaca-wool-Tencel blend yarn gives love knots a charming sheen and drape.

Finished Size: Scarf (unseamed): About 8 (8, 10)“ wide and 69 (72, 78)” long. Vest, blocked and hung (as worn): 12 (13½, 15)“ center back width and 18 (18, 20)” long from back neck to hem with collar unfolded. Sample shown in smallest size.

Gauge specifics: 10 dc = 3” and 8 rows = 3¾“ in lace patt.

Notions: Yarn needle; five st markers for vest option.