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Criss Cross Crochet Cocoon Shrug

March 26, 2016 · Rhelena · 13 Comments

Here is a simple, yet elegant, crochet cocoon shrug pattern to keep you warm in the cooler weather. It’s the perfect top for the cold winter days as you snuggle by the fireplace. Or, use it as a substitute for a spring or fall jacket.

Criss Cross Cocoon Shrug ~ FREE Crochet Pattern
Criss Cross Crochet Cocoon Shrug ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

The shrug sort of has a collar that folds over at the neck, which makes it even more fashionable. I like to wear mine open, but if you like, you can add a button at the bust area to keep it closed.

My favorite thing about the crochet shrug is that it is a mindless pattern. It is a two-row repeat, making it the perfect pattern to work on at the end of the day after the mind shuts down.

The Stitch Pattern

The stitches used are simply the single crochet and the double crochet cross stitch alternated over two rows. I worked my stitches in the front loops only, but you can choose to go into both loops if you like.

The main body is worked in a rectangle that is folded over and joined to create armholes once you reach the finished dimensions. You simply fold the piece of fabric in half so the wrong sides are facing out and the first and last rows line up along one side. 

Then sew the armholes along the sides to the size that you want them at. (I’ve add a schematic that clarifies that step.) The best stitch for sewing the seam is the locking mattress stitch. It is nearly invisible when done correctly.

Lastly, I added a simple edge of single crochet stitches along the armholes to even it out. I only did one row, but you could easily add a few rounds of the cross stitch pattern for some short, but cool sleeves if you like.

The Sizes

The free crochet pattern includes multiple sizes for adults from XS to XL. The width is designed to fit from elbow to elbow, but can be adjusted as needed. To adjust the width, increase or decrease your starting chains.

The length also can be increased or decreased to any size you want, simply by doing more or less repeats of the pattern rows.

Thus, it’s a great pattern to crochet for toddlers and up. Simply take your measurements, do a gauge swatch and use that to calculate the number of stitches you need to have per row.

The sample shown is the XS modeled on a 31″ bust mannequin.

Finished sizes as given in pattern
Finished sizes as given in pattern

The Yarn

I used Cason Simply Soft, a medium #4 worsted weight yarn. I love this yarn, not only because it drapes well, but also because it is strong and durable! Plus, it washes well!

You can substitute with basically any worsted weight yarn that gives you the gauge. Or, if you want to do a custom size, feel free to use any yarn and hook size that give you a nice drape.

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Criss Cross Cocoon Shrug ~ FREE Crochet Pattern

Criss Cross Crochet Cocoon Shrug

This crochet cocoon shrug pattern is available in women's sizes from XS to XL.
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Skill Level

  • Easy

Materials

  • Yarn: Caron Simply Soft (Worsted Weight, #4; 100% acrylic; 6 oz/170.1g; 315yds/288m) – 3, (3, 3, 4, 4) 6oz/170.1 g balls.
  • Crochet Hook: H/8-5.00mm
  • Other: Measuring Tape, Scissors, Yarn Needle.

Measurements

  • Gauge: 4" over 16 sts and 4.5" 10 pattern rows.
  • Finished Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

Abbreviations

  • Ch/Chs = Chain/Chains
  • Dc = Double Crochet
  • Fldc = Front Loop Double Crochet
  • Flsc = Front Loop Single Crochet
  • FO = Fasten Off
  • Hk = Hook
  • Rep = Repeat
  • RS = Right Side
  • Sc = Single Crochet
  • Sk = Skip
  • Sl St = Slip Stitch
  • St/Sts = Stitch/Stitches
  • WS = Wrong Side

Special Stitch Instructions

  • Crochet Cross Stitch Tutorial

Notes

  • This sleeves of this shrug are designed to fall at the elbows. For longer/shorter sleeves, increase/decrease the foundation chains. With arms stretched out at the sides, measure the distance from one arm to the next between the points of where you want the sleeves. For elbow length, measure from elbow to elbow to elbow. For wrist length, measure from wrist to wrist.
  • To increase the length and the coverage at the front, simply do more repeats of the pattern rows 2 & 3.
  • Size is given for XS. S, M, L & XL are given in parenthesis.

Helpful Links

  • How to Tie a Slip Knot

Instructions

  • Loosely Ch, 125, (129, 133, 137, 141), or any multiple of 2 + 1 to reach from one elbow to the next with arms stretched out.
  • Row 1 (WS): Working into back bumps, sc in 2nd ch from hk and into each ch across. [124, (128, 132, 136, 140) sts] Turn.
  • Row 2 (RS): Ch 3 (counts as first dc), *sk next st, fldc in next st, fldc in skipped st; rep from * across; fldc in last st. [124, (128, 132, 136, 140) sts; Or, 2 dc and 61, (63, 65, 67, 69) crossed sts]. Turn.
  • Row 3: Ch 1, flsc in first st and into each st across. [124, (128, 132, 136, 140) sts]. Turn.
  • Rows 4-69, (71, 71, 73, 73): Rep rows 2 & 3. FO at last row. For a longer shrug and more coverage at the front, do more rows.
  • Fold the rectangle in half with the wrong side facing out. Sew the seam along each side leaving a 6, (6.5, 7, 7.5, 8)" opening for each arm.

Edging for arm openings:

  • Rnd 1: With RS facing, Join yarn along seam area. Ch 1, sc evenly round; join with sl st in first sc. FO.
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  1. Anne Creson says

    March 26, 2016 at 2:10 pm

    I love the top that is under neath the shrug. Is there a pattern for that?

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      March 26, 2016 at 3:04 pm

      I still need to double check the math and numbers and then send it out for testing. The free pattern will be published in about 3-4 weeks if all goes well. :)

      Reply
      • Anne Creson says

        March 27, 2016 at 2:12 pm

        I would love to test it, if you like. Happy Easter

        Reply
  2. Vickie says

    March 26, 2016 at 2:53 pm

    Thank you for the pattern. Looks really nice.

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      March 26, 2016 at 3:03 pm

      Thank you :)

      Reply
  3. cindyzs/freespiritczs says

    March 27, 2016 at 10:44 am

    i am hoping that you will add this and more that are not listed on ravelry! thats how i keep track of my patterns and wips! thanks and i also am so wanting the top under that shrug!! cant wait till you share it! :)

    Reply
  4. Gypsy T says

    March 29, 2016 at 2:55 pm

    Thank you for your generosity is sharing another fantastic pattern! Now, how about the top underneath, is it one of yours? If so, I sure hope you share it!

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      March 30, 2016 at 3:05 pm

      Hi Gypsy, The pattern is in the works and will be available within the next few weeks. :)

      Reply
  5. margaret says

    April 2, 2016 at 12:32 am

    Do you have the pattern for the shirt up under the shrug? if you do can you email me where to find it. jones_a_margaret@yahoo.com

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      April 4, 2016 at 4:16 pm

      Hi Margaret, the pattern will be available on the site in a few weeks if all goes well.

      Reply
  6. Aleksandra says

    April 12, 2017 at 12:59 pm

    Lovely, absolutely lovely pattern , crochet shrug. Wonderful.

    Reply
  7. Anne says

    December 28, 2018 at 11:37 pm

    HI love the shrug wondering if this could done with cotton for summer? Thanks

    Reply
    • Rhelena says

      January 11, 2019 at 7:57 am

      Yes, cotton should work just as well.

      Reply

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