Haynet Shrug

 Here it is, the Haynet Shrug! 

I'm not even sure why, but I sat down with a large crochet hook and some Wool-Ease Thick and Quick and became obsessed with this stitch pattern! It's super simple. A total beginner can make this shrug! But if you have some experience, don't rule it out. 

It works up soooo fast - and it gets compliments galore. It's summer in Minnesota, so I've only worn my out of the house once, but I got two compliments in the first ten minutes. Then it got too warm out and I had to take it off. My son's partner stopped by the house randomly and noticed it folded on top of a box. She was compelled to ask about it and loved it. Christmas gifts maybe?

Why did I call it the Haynet Shrug? Well, as you may know, I have horses. Horses are often fed hay with a hay net to slow them down and keep the hay off the ground. When I started this stitch pattern that is what the open net-like pattern reminded me of, so what better name? 

The only stitches you need to know to make your own shrug (or any of the patterns in the collection) is chain, single crochet, and treble crochet. If you are a total beginner, there are tutorials below. You will need to make a couple seams - sewing is recommended over a crocheted seam, but there are no edge stitches and only a few ends to weave in (unless you go crazy and decide to make stripes)!

As always, the pattern is available as a pdf on Etsy, or you can add it to your Ravelry queue. 

Need materials? Here's what I used to make the Haynet Shrug.

4 skeins of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick

Size N/15 (10.0 mm) crochet hook

If you are new to crochet, this is a great set that includes all the sizes you will need for learning

Tapestry Needle

The entire Haynet collection is coming soon!!

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How to Crochet the Haynet Collection

Photo Tutorial

Chain

Step 1: To make the starting chain, start with a slip knot. Pull it snug around the barrel of your hook. I use my crochet hook to make a slip knot.

Step 2: Hold the knot between the thumb and forefinger of your left hand. Bring your hook under the yarn held in your left hand and hook it with the crochet hook.

Step 3: Pull the yarn through the loop on your hook. One chain made. Repeat until chain reaches desired length. Count only the stitches on the chain (not the loop on the hook).

Single Crochet

Step 1: Insert hook into the back bump of the second stitch from your hook. You can find the back bumps by turning over the chain. (see image)

Step 2: Yarn over (hook the yarn with your hook) and pull the yarn through the stitch. 

Step 3: Yarn over again and pull the yarn through both loops on your hook. One single crochet (sc) made.

Treble Crochet

Step 1: Chain 3 to start the row. This chain counts as a treble stitch. Turn your work to the other side.

Step 2: Yarn over twice (wrap the yarn around the hook twice).

Step 3: Insert hook into chain-1 space from the row below.

Step 4: Yarn over and pull loop through chain-1 space.

Step 5: Yarn over and pull loop through the first two loops on your hook.

Step 6: Yarn over and pull loop through the next two loops on your hook (the loop you just pulled in Step 5 and then next loop that was already on your hook).

Step 7 (above): Yarn over and pull loop through the last two loops on your hook. 

Step 8: Chain 1 and repeat for each chain-1 space across the row. Without chaining 1, treble in the last stitch.

Haynet Shrug

Crochet Pattern

Materials

• 4 Skeins of Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick and Quick (6 oz/170 g; 106 yd) in #640-158I Mustard
• Size N/15 (10.0 mm) crochet hook (sometimes labeled as N/P or P/15 - check the size in mm to be sure)
• Tapestry Needle

See links above to purchase these materials from Amazon.

Gauge

Before blocking (approximately):

12 rows in pattern = 6” (15 cm)

8 single crochet = 4” (10 cm)

After blocking (approximately):

12 rows in pattern = 6.5” (16.5 cm)

7 single crochet = 4” (10 cm)

Abbreviations

ch - chain

sc - single crochet

tr - treble crochet

Finished Size

This shrug is designed to be custom made to your size. The length is your height (or armspan - they are typically close to the same measurement). The width is based on your arm circumference at the underarm or largest point. To choose your size you need those two measurements. Record your measurements.

Your height (in inches or cm): _________

Your upper arm circumference: _________

The charts below show the length of the starting chain and the number of rows based on your measurements (assuming your gauge matches the provided gauge above).

Instructions

Pattern is written for the size shown, with instructions for using your custom size in brackets [].

With size N/15 (10.0mm) crochet hook loosely chain 34 [or the number you selected from the chart based on your size]. You may leave a long tail (~36”) for the sleeve seam.

Row 1: Working in back bump of chain, sc in 2nd ch from hook; *ch 1, sk 1 st, sc in next ch. Rep from * to end of row. Turn. (33 st = 17 sc + 16 ch 1 sp)

Row 2: Ch 3 (counts as 1 tr), tr in ch 1 sp, *ch 1, sk 1 sc, tr in next ch 1 sp. Rep from * to last st; tr in last sc. Turn. (18 tr + 15 ch 1 sp)

Row 3: Ch 1, sc in top of last tr; *ch 1, sk 1 tr, sc in next ch 1 sp. Rep from * to last tr; ch 1, sc in top of turn ch. Turn.

Repeat Rows 2-3 31 times [or until shrug has reached desired length from the second chart, based on your measurements] ending with a Row 3 (sc row). Fasten off, leaving a long tail (~36”) for sleeve seam.

Sewing Sleeve Seams

To sew the sleeve seams, first use some scrap yarn to tie the cuffs closed. Then estimate how long you want the sleeve seam and tie a piece of scrap at that point to hold the shrug closed. Tie both sides at the same length (count rows to keep the sleeve even). It is helpful to also place a couple ties evenly spaced along the sleeve to keep it closed. Try on your shrug. If you like the fit, sew the seams as you have them marked. Otherwise adjust until you find the best fit. 

Blocking

To get the best look for your shrug, it is highly recommended that you block it. 

Step 1: Soak shrug in cold water, with or without a wool wash soap. Wool Ease contains wool, so it is beneficial to use a wool wash. I used Eucalan, which can be purchased here.

Step 2: Squeeze out excess water, then roll in a towel to press out as much moisture as you can.

Step 3: Lay flat on blocking boards and pin in position to dry. Do not stretch, but do pull it to the correct shape. Leave to dry for a few days.

Step 4: Remove from blocking mats and enjoy!

Note: If you do not have blocking boards, spread the damp shrug out on dry towels and use your hands to flatten it. Pinning is better, but even towel blocking will help flatten the shrug into the desired shape.

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