This pattern is written in US terms. It is worked in two pieces, beginning at one shoulder across to end of opposite sleeve. The second sleeve is worked by joining at base of the foundation row and worked in the opposite direction. This helps insure uniformity with the sleeves. Sizes are given for small, medium and large with changes in parenthesis S(M, L). A second download is also available which includes sizes XL (1X), 2X, and 3X.

Stitches:

hdc = half double crochet

blhdc = back loop half double crochet

blhdc dec = back loop half double crochet decrease

blsc = back loop single crochet

blsc dec = back loop single crochet decrease

sl st = slip stitch

Materials:

Worsted weight yarn (Weight 4). The shrug shown is made using I Love This Yarn Colors, Madrigal. I also used Loops & Threads, Impeccable in various colors.

Size N (9 mm) crochet hook

Tapestry Needle for weaving ends

Gauge:

4 rows x 8 stitches = 3? x 3?