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Ombre Crescent Moon Shawl

This ombre crescent moon shawl is a semi-circular shawl that uses the double crochet stitch and a number two fine yarn to achieve this beautiful, classy accessory.

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Crocheting with Thread-Like Yarn

For years, I was a bit nervous to try using the fine yarn for crochet projects.  However, there are just so many gorgeous yarns available now. I had purchased several cakes of yarn in different colors a few months ago.

Ombre Crescent Moon Shawl

They were nicely stored in my yarn stash and I would revel in their beauty each time that I went through my yarn looking for the perfect color and yarn weight for my next project.

Crocheting with Fine Yarn

Then one day, I took a chance and started using the thread-like yarn. I started with an easy stitch pattern. This “beginner” triangle shawl was the result of that first pretty cake of yarn. I love how it turned out and it was so easy to do.

It gave me the confidence to continue creating new patterns for each one of the beautiful skeins of yarn that was in my stash.

Tan and Brown Crochet Shawl Wrapped Over Shoulders
Tan and Brown Crochet Shawl Wrapped Over Shoulders

If you are interested in some of the other one-skein yarn projects I have made, you can find them here.

Lacy Crochet Shawl With One End Showing
Lacy Crochet Shawl With One End Showing

Semi-Circle Shawl Design

This ombre crescent moon shawl is another beauty. Rather than being a triangle or asymmetrical shawl as I have done in the past, it worked in a semi-circular design. The colors along with the flowy drape make this shawl look very classy.

Semi-Circle Shawl Held Up to Show Pattern
Semi-Circle Shawl Held Up to Show Pattern

This is worked from the top down. The size of the shawl increased with each row added. I used a chain 4 and joined with a slip stitch to form the initial circle. then the first row of stitches are worked inside that circle.

While this could be worn at a wedding as an accessory, it also looks perfect with your favorite pair of jeans.

Ombre Moon Shawl Worn as a Scarf
Ombre Moon Shawl Worn as a Scarf

Customize the Shawl Size

This is an easy crochet pattern grows by eight stitches with each round. Today, I used a large yarn cake that has 1,093 yards. This makes for a sizeable shawl. However, if you want a smaller one, just stop when it is the size you desire.

I kept going until I was not able to make a full row with the yarn that I had. While this is a large shawl, it is so light weight that it can be wrapped and styled to just about any size that you want. This is a very versatile accessory for your wardrobe.

Light and Lacy Crochet Wrap
Light and Lacy Crochet Wrap

Yarn for This Crochet Pattern

Today, I used one skein of yarn from Hobbi. It is called Twister and has 1,093 yards of thread-like number 2 yarn. The color is called number 29. If you are not able to find this exact yarn where you are, this can be made with any similar yarn.

If you would prefer to make this with a medium weight yarn, that can also be done, I would just us the crochet hook size noted on the yarn package that you have. Additionally, plan on using 700-1,000 yards of yarn. The sizing will be different than mine, but I bet you will end up with a lovely shawl too.

Crochet Video Tutorial and Chart for Stitch Counts

Below the written pattern, I have provided links for a video tutorial on how to work this crochet pattern. Additionally, there is a chart outlining the stitch counts for each row. It is an easy way to track and mark your rows too.

There are close-up photos of the first four rows by the written directions.

Lacy Crochet Poncho with Pin
Lacy Crochet Poncho with Pin

Directions: Ombre Crescent Moon Shawl

Difficulty

Easy

Size

26 inches from the middle of the shawl to the tip X 114 inches wide following the semi-circle

Gauge

26 Stitches to 4 inches

Materials

Twister Hobbi yarn. 1 yarn cake 1,093 yards. Color number 29. If you are not able to find this yarn, you can purchase it here. Another nice option for this pattern is It’s a Wrap yarn. This cashmere yarn would look lovely with this pattern too.

Sometimes, the yarn colors are sold out. Here are some other great yarn color choices.

Size H Crochet Hook

Yarn Needle

Scissors

Abbreviations

CH = Chain

DC = Double Crochet

SK = Skip

SL ST = Slip Stitch

ST = Stitch

STs = Stitches

[ ] Repeat Between

Crochet Pattern Directions:

Begin with a Circle

You can use the magic ring or this method.

However, I used this method.

CH 4, SL ST back into the 1st CH

Row 1

Ch 3 (Counts as DC). 7 DC in the circle. Turn (8 DC)

Row 2

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in the same ST. 2 DC in each of the remaining STs. Turn (16 DC)

Row 2 of Semi-circle shawl
Row 2 of Semi-circle shawl

Row 3

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in next ST [2 DC in next ST, DC in next ST]. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (24 STs).

row 3 of semi-circle shawl
row 3 of semi-circle shawl

Row 4

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 2 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 2 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (32 STs).

row 4 of semi-circle shawl
row 4 of semi-circle shawl

Row 5

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 3 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 3 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (40 STs).

Row 6

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 4 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 4 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (48 STs).

Row 7

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 5 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 5 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (56 STs).

Row 8

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 6 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 6 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (64 STs).

Row 9

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 7 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 7 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (72 STs).

Row 10

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 8 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 8 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (80 STs).

Row 11

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 9 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 9 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (88 STs).

Row 12

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 10 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 10 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (96 STs).

Row 13

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 11 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 11 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (104 STs).

Row 14

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 12 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 12 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (112 STs).

Row 15

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 13 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 13 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (120 STs).

Side View of Shawl Worn as a Poncho
Side View of Shawl Worn as a Poncho

Row 16

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 14 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 14 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (128 STs).

Row 17

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 15 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 15 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (136 STs).

Row 18

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 16 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 16 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (144 STs).

Row 19

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 17 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 17 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (152 STs).

Row 20

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 18 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 18 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (160 STs).

Row 21

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 19 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 19 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (168 STs).

Row 22

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 20 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 20 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (176 STs).

Row 23

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 21 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 21 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (184 STs).

Row 24

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 22 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 22 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (192 STs).

Row 25

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 23 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 23 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (200 STs).

Row 26

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 24 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 24 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (208 STs).

Row 27

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 25 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 25 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (216 STs).

Row 28

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 26 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 26 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (224 STs).

Row 29

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 27 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 27 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (232 STs).

Row 30

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 28 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 28 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (240 STs).

Front View of Crescent Moon Shawl
Front View of Crescent Moon Shawl

Row 31

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 29 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 29 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (248 STs).

Row 32

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 30 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 30 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (256 STs).

Row 33

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 31 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 31 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (264 STs).

Row 34

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 32 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 32 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (272 STs).

Row 35

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 33 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 33 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (280 STs).

Row 36

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 34 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 34 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (288 STs).

Row 37

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 35 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 35 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (296 STs).

Row 38

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 36 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 36 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (304 STs).

Row 39

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 37 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 37 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (312 STs).

Row 40

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 38 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 38 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (320 STs).

Row 41

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 39 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 39 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (328 STs).

Row 42

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 40 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 40 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (336 STs).

Row 43

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 41 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 41 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (344 STs).

Row 44

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 42 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 42 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (352 STs).

Row 45

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 43 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 43 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (360 STs).

Tan and Brown Crochet Shawl Wrapped Over Shoulders
Tan and Brown Crochet Shawl Wrapped Over Shoulders

Row 46

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 44 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 44 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (368 STs).

Row 47

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 45 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 45 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (376 STs).

Row 48

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 46 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 46 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (384 STs).

Row 49

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 47 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 47 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (392 STs).

Row 50

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 48 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 48 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (400 STs).

Row 51

CH 3 (Counts as DC). DC in same ST. DC in each of the next 49 STs. [2 DC in next ST, DC in each of the next 49 STs}. Repeat between [ ] across. Turn (408 STs).

Finishing

Weave in the yarn ends and remove the excess.

Ombre Shawl with One Edge Draped Over Shoulder
Ombre Shawl with One Edge Draped Over Shoulder

Ombre Crescent Moon Shawl Row and Stitch Count Chart

Sometimes, I like to use a chart like this to mark off the rows as I complete them. While you would not have to count the stitches in every row, periodically, it is a good idea to count them to make sure that a stitch has not been added or subtracted along the way.

Ombre Crescent Moon Shawl Stitch Count Chart
Ombre Crescent Moon Shawl Stitch Count Chart

Crochet Video Tutorial of the Ombre Crescent Moon Shawl

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