Get the Free Sidewalk Shawl Pattern Here, and get tips and tricks for how to crochet the Sidewalk Shawl with the video from Marly Bird Here.
One of the most fun parts of doing the videos for Red Heart is being able to look at their MANY FREE PATTERNS and choosing which ones I like and think you would like to know how to make. The hard part is only choosing a few instead of the whole library 🙂 But hey, that’s job security, right?
The Sidewalk Shawl by Kimberley McAlindin is one of those pieces that will stop you in your tracks and make you say , “WHOA! I gotta make that!” It’s no wonder that it is one of the top patterns at RedHeart.com. Because of that, I figured I would show all of you how to begin this pattern which is made up of increasing pineapple stitches.
The pineapple stitch is a quintessential crochet stitch, just as the granny square is. But, the pineapple shawl can look a little intimidating if you have never done it before. Not to worry, in this video I show you exactly how to get started with this pattern all the way through row 10. I tell you how to use stitch markers to your advantage to know where the last stitch of your row is, and I tell you what stitches you are using and why you are using them to better help you understand the overall construction of the piece.
Better yet, I’ve had a chart made for this pattern that I am offering to you for FREE. Simply click here to download the chart. If you are not sure how to read a chart but it is something that interest you be sure to check back here as I do a video for reading this particular chart and it will be published VERY soon!
Okay, here is a heads up, this video is one of the longest videos I’ve done but I felt it was worth the time to walk you through step-by-step how to do this fantastic pattern. You do not have to watch the whole thing now. I’ve broken the video up into sections so you can certainly work on each section as you have time or you can grab your yarn and hook, download the free pattern here and get started now!
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SIDEWALK SHAWL
This triangle shaped shawl is a stunning addition to your wardrobe of crocheted accessories. The soft yarn will feel delightful against your body and keep you warm in the winter or in the summer when the air conditioning is on full bl (without you having to do a thing).
Pattern:
Here is the link for the FREE SIDEWALK SHAWL
Supplies:
RED HEART® Soft®: 6 balls 9440 Lt Grey Heather
Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8],
Susan Bates® Split Lock Stitch Markers
Susan Bates® Steel Yarn Needle
Stitches Used:
YouTube Video by Marly Bird:
YouTube Video Notes:
Use markers to make the edges perfect.
If using a chart is easier, I’ve had a stitch chart made up for the first several rows of this pattern to make it easier for you. Click Here to get the chart.
Looking for more? I love making quick projects and even wrote a leaflet with Leisure Arts on how to do some fun things! If you too are looking for fun and quick projects go and check out the One Skein or Less book by Marly Bird.
Look at more patterns by Kimberly McAlindin
Love this shawl! I just might have to get my hooks out again. I haven’t crocheted in ages mostly knitting now but I do love this shawl. I knitted a shawl a while back and I actually wear it. This one looks like one that you could easily use and wear frequently.
Would love to download, but it calls for installing PDF which I already have. How can I bypass duplicating installation?
I am not sure why your computer is requesting you to install PDF. Are you sure it isn’t asking you to download the PDF of the pattern or chart?
I am on an Android Tablet with Adobe Acrobat and system PDF reader. Both download the charts, then an error message occurs: “the file cannot be opened because it is not a valid PDF document”
Ive tried from every link to the diagram with the same results. I thought I’d better let you know. I LOVE your video tutorial and am doing well making my first pineapple stitch pattern!
i THINK IT JUST GREAT
i love this shawl. I can’t get it, but i”m going to keep trying. thank you
Im gearing up to do the sidewalk shawl. But still have questions after watching your tutorials for this pattern/chart. Like you I prefer a visual chart. Im confused with the chart a bit.
Like, which side is up or the top of the shawl?
What are and how are the red lines on the chart instructing us- to do what?
And lastly , IF I am looking at the chart correctly, (the bottom being the bottom) why is it blunt or looking cut off? This doesnt present a triangle appearance as this shawl says its a triangle.(?) Are we to add a small triangular piece at the bottom to complete ot or something?I beleive I have missed some key points of instruction possibly. I ofyen wish the tutorial instructors I have watched, would hold up the finished product more – and give us time to look at it. To see the front n back. To see top in relation to bottom.etc.
Thanks for making charts available with your tutorials. Ill be coming bacy to you from now on. they are essential as far as I am concerned! Thanks again, Louise