10 Free Crochet Prayer Shawl Patterns for Spring 2024!
Staying warm till Spring comes around!
10 Free Crochet Prayer Shawl Patterns for Spring 2024!
Historically, prayer shawls are often worn during prayer and are designed to be a comforting embrace. These wonderful accessories are much larger than typical everyday shawls and can be made using a wide range of designs.
You don’t need to be someone who worships to use, make, or gift a prayer shawl. Today, prayer shawls are made and worn by people who need comfort and support in both hard and happy times.
Many nursing homes will accept donated prayer shawls for their residents, and they can be a wonderful source of comfort for friends and family during illness, grief, or as a celebration of someone who is on the mend.
Prayer shawls come in many different shapes and can be made with a variety of material. Some are woven, some knitted, and some are crocheted! This round up will focus on prayer shawl crochet patterns, most of which are also beginner-friendly!
What You Need to Make Crochet Prayer Shawl Patterns
Did you know that all you need for your crochet prayer shawl patterns are the basic materials? Let’s talk about them!
- Crochet hooks – Make sure to have crochet hooks on hand. You can find the gauge you need listed in the ‘materials’ section of prayer shawl crochet patterns.
- Yarn – Make sure to check the pattern to see what yarn weight to use. Each pattern should list a recommended brand or weight in the “suggested yarn” section of the prayer shawl pattern you’re following!
- Scissors – A pair of scissors is another important tool that you will use for all of your crochet projects. You’ll need them to cut the yarn and trim any leftover yarn tails when you’re done!
- Stitch markers – You might need stitch markers to keep track of where you are if you’re following a stitch pattern. We recommend “removable” or “locking” style stitch markers for crochet projects. If you don’t have stitch markers, you can use a strand of scrap yarn—preferably in a different color so it’s easy to see.
- Yarn/darning needle – You will need a yarn needle or darning needle to sew in the loose ends.
- Blocking Mats and Blocking Wires – these optional yet helpful tools give prayer shawl crochet patterns a polished and professional-looking finish. Blocking mats make it easy to pin a project in a specific shape while drying. Blocking wires can be threaded through the edge stitches and create super straight edges. Read to the end for special blocking tips and tricks.
- Free prayer shawl crochet patterns – Don’t forget to choose your favorite prayer shawl patterns from the list below!
10 Free Prayer Shawl Patterns for Spring 2024!
These gorgeous accessories are both practical and stylish. We love having a few large, cozy shawls to wrap up in during the chilly winter months and also to give to loved ones when they need a little extra comfort and care. I’ve gathered my favorite free prayer shawl crochet patterns into one lovely, inspirational list. Let’s check them out!
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1. Caramel Tweed Shawl
By: Lion Brand Yarn
YARN: Bulky
SIZE: 21″ x 60″ [53.5 x 152.5 cm]
Starting off with an easy, relaxing pattern the Caramel Tweed Shawl is perfect for crocheters who prefer crochet shawl patterns that don’t take up too much mental space.
This beginner-friendly crochet pattern uses just half double crochets (HDC) throughout the project. This simple stitch is easy to memorize which means that you can sit and watch your favorite TV series and crochet your very own prayer shawl at the same time!
2. Healing Shawl Wrap
By: Sara Sach
YARN: Aran
SIZE: 60″ X 19″
The classic shell stitch is often used in shawls and edging for good reason: it’s gorgeous to look at and easy to memorize!
The Healing Shawl Wrap keeps you warm and looking stylish. You can drape it over your shoulders to fight the chilly air or fold it lengthwise and use it as a chunky scarf.
You can even use this pattern to make a beach cover-up for walking along the shore if you use a cotton yarn!
3. Magic Chevrons
By: Katherine Eng
YARN: Bulky
SIZE: 22″ wide x 68″ long [56cm x 172.5 cm]
Crocheted chevron patterns are quite popular in crochet. They are simple to make and look amazing with many different color combinations!
The Magic Chevrons free prayer shawl crochet pattern is a beautiful and practical piece. The flexible size makes it easy to wear at church, during meditation, or on a simple afternoon hangout with your loved ones.
4. Friendship Shawl
By: Karen Drouin
YARN: Aran
SIZE: 18” wide x 56” long
The Friendship Shawl is a stunning combination of crochet stitch patterns. By combing shell stitches, picot shells, chain stitches, and double crochet you get this stunning prayer shawl to add to your collection or gift to a close friend.
It looks quite intricate, but the different sections make it easy to learn each stitch as you go. Beginners will find that it’s worth a try!
5. Blessings Ombre Shawl
By: Sara Sach
YARN: Aran
SIZE: 60″ width x 40″ length
One of the beauties of prayer shawl patterns is that you can wear them to most occasions.
The Blessings Ombre Shawl is made with a gorgeous, yet easy stitch pattern that results in an elegant shawl that can be worn over a dress for formal outings or over a shirt with denim for a casual stroll!
6. Prayer Shawl
By: Yarnspirations Design Studio
YARN: Aran
SIZE: 63″ wide x 31″ long [160 cm x 78.5 cm]
Sometimes what makes a prayer shawl stand out is the gorgeous edges designers come up with!
The Prayer Shawl pattern is a light and airy design perfect for the warming weather. The wide decorative border brings the right touch of elegance that makes this prayer shawl crochet pattern gorgeous enough for Sunday services, meditation groups, or as a special gift for a beloved friend or family member.
7. Shawl Wrap
By: Wannipa Yunker
YARN: Fingering
SIZE: 20″ wide X 75.76″ long
Yet another airy prayer shawl pattern! The Shawl Wrap is a lovely piece you can stitch up as a gift for a friend or loved one.
Using fingering yarn might make this a bit of a lengthy project, but the stitches are still quite easy. Even beginners can make it!
8. Bobble Ripple Shawl
By: Clare M
YARN: DK
SIZE: 14.5″ width x 75.5″ length
Bobble stitches are nice little pops of texture that add charm and dimension to any crochet project. Prayer shawl patterns are no exception!
The Bobble Ripple Shawl is a playful pattern for all skill levels! It has little bauble stitches running across the fabric as an adorable touch of interest to make your prayer shawl stand out from the rest.
9. Heavenly Wrap
By: Myra Wood
YARN: Worsted
SIZE: 14″ x 55″
The Heavenly Wrap is truly, well, heavenly! Little picot details on the edges create a point of interest on the plain rectangular shape of the shawl.
The perfect blend of shell stitches and chains make up the lacey pattern carried throughout the project.
It looks intricate and advanced, but that’s just the stitch combination. I encourage newbies to give this pattern a solid try!
10. Gentle Wave Shawl
By: Teresa Chorzepa
YARN: Bulky
SIZES: 20″ x 62″ [51 cm x 157.5 cm]
Need a prayer shawl that’s warmer? The Gentle Wave Shawl is a close knit project created using bulky yarn for that extra cozy warmth!
This pattern primarily uses the blanket stitch. A beautiful stitch pattern that looks diviiiine using cohesive color schemes.
Blocking Prayer Shawl Crochet Patterns
These gorgeous shawls look incredible the moment they’re off the crochet hook but can be absolutely stunning after a good blocking session. Blocking evens these stitches out, allows open stitches to relax, and can soften the yarn in the finished project. It’s the last step and, while it’s tempting to skip it, we really encourage everyone to take the time to block each and every project!
These prayer shawls are extra large which means that blocking them can be quite a chore. They need a lot of flat space to air dry after they’ve finished soaking in a warm water bath.
To simplify this process, we always have a set of blocking mats and wires on hand. These two tools make it easy to block big projects that also need to have straight edges or extra sharp points along the borders. Some brands like Knit Picks will have a blocking kit that comes with wires, pins, combs, and mats. You can also find each of these pieces separately at your local craft stores or Amazon.com too!
Crocheting Prayer Shawls for Care and Comfort
Gifting handmade prayer shawls is one of the best ways to show love and support to people close to your heart. There are many free prayer shawl crochet patterns ready for you to use!
I remember gifting a crochet prayer shawl to my grandmother a few years back. She loved it! It’s really heartening to see your recipients show appreciation for your hard work.
This was a fun pattern round up to put together. So many gorgeous shawls! My personal favorites were the Healing Shawl Wrap and the Gentle Weave shawl!
Looking for more lovely patterns for the Spring? Check these out:
