Alvara by Sarah Alderson

Alvara

Crochet
June 2022
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
13 stitches and 7 rows = 4 inches
in treble (US DC) crochet sts
6.0 mm (J)
550 - 580 yards (503 - 530 m)
One size
both US and UK
English
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ALVARA - meaning elf warrior - A chunky crochet shawl to wrap yourself in when heading out to take on the world
This kite-shaped shawl is crocheted from tip to tip, features alternating bands of plain crochet with lace patterning and is finished with a shell border

Information

Yarn
Chunky weight yarn shown in:
King Cole Riot Chunky: 30% wool, 70% Acrylic, 134m (145 yds) in 100g. Shown in colourway: 658 Moors
4 balls needed

Hook
6 mm (US J) crochet hook

Notions
1 crochet stitch marker
Tapestry needle for sewing in ends

Gauge
13 sts x 7 rows in 10 cm x 10 cm (4 in x 4 in) measured in treble crochet stitches (US double crochet stitches)

Finished Measurements
One size
Width at widest point: 48.5cm / 19 in
Length from tip to tip: 184 cm / 72.5 in

Skills Needed
Crochet stitches - (UK terms) - chain, double crochet stitch, treble crochet stitch