Free Wing Shawl Crochet Pattern: Moonlit Lace Wrap
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An airy intermediate shawl built with chain spaces and crossed post-stitch ribs.
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About the Moonlit Lace Wing Shawl
Moonlit grows from the center top into a wide lace wrap. The open chain-space sections keep it light, while crossed front-post stitches form strong vertical ribs that make the finished shawl read like a pair of soft wings.
PATTERN AT A GLANCE
Skill level: Intermediate • Finished size: approx. 32 in / 81 cm deep and 64 in / 163 cm along the top • Hook: 5 mm / US H-8 • Gauge: Rows 1–5 = 4 in / 10 cm.
Materials
Approx. 2 balls of a soft alpaca-blend style yarn (use the weight and drape of the sample as your guide).
5 mm / US H-8 crochet hook.
Tapestry needle.
Blocking mats and pins are strongly recommended for the final shape.
Abbreviations
| Abbreviation | Meaning |
| ch | chain |
| dc | double crochet |
| hdc | half double crochet |
| sp | space |
| st(s) | stitch(es) |
| sk | skip |
| RS | right side |
| rep | repeat |
| fpdc | front post double crochet |
| bpdc | back post double crochet |
| yo | yarn over |
Special stitches
Bpdc: Yo, insert hook around next st from back to front to back and pull up a loop; [yo and pull through 2 loops] twice.
Fpdc: Yo, insert hook around next st from front to back to front and pull up a loop; [yo and pull through 2 loops] twice.
Xfpdc: Skip 1 dc, fpdc around next dc, then fpdc around the skipped dc. Skip the background stitches behind the post stitches.
Construction map: the shawl begins at the center top and expands outward.
Moonlit Lace Wing crochet pattern
Row 1. Begin at center top. Ch 4, 11 dc in fourth ch from hook; turn. 12 dc, counting beginning ch-3 as a dc.
Row 2. RS: Ch 3, sk first dc, * Xfpdc over next 2 dc, ch 2; rep from * 4 more times, dc in last st; turn.
Row 3. Ch 3, bpdc around each of next 2 post sts, ch 2, * dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2, bpdc around each of next 2 sts, ch 2; rep from * 4 more times, dc in last st; turn.
Row 4. Ch 3, Xfpdc over next 2 post sts, * ch 2, [dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2] twice, Xfpdc over next 2 post sts; rep from * across, dc in last st; turn.
Row 5. Ch 3, bpdc around each of next 2 post sts, ch 2, * [dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2] across to next 2 post sts, bpdc around each of next 2 post sts, ch 2; rep from * across, dc in last st; turn.
Row 6. Ch 3, Xfpdc over next 2 post sts, * ch 2, [dc in next ch-2 sp, ch 2] across to next 2 post sts, Xfpdc over next 2 post sts; rep from * across, dc in last st; turn.
CHECKPOINT
After Row 6, crossed post-stitch ribs should be clear and evenly separated by chain-space sections. If the fabric cups, check that no ch-2 spaces were missed.
Build the full span
Rows 7–39: Repeat Rows 5 and 6 a total of 16 times, then repeat Row 5 once more.
Row 40: Ch 3, Xfpdc over next 2 post sts, * ([ch 2, dc] twice) in each space across to next 2 post sts, ch 2, Xfpdc over next 2 post sts; rep from * across, dc in last st; turn.
Row 41: Ch 1, hdc in each st and 2 hdc in each space across. Fasten off.
Finish and block
Weave in ends securely.
Wet block or steam block according to the fiber. Open the lace gradually rather than stretching the top edge aggressively.
Pin the lower edge from the center outward so repeated sections read evenly.
FIT NOTE
Using heavier yarn? Stop earlier. Using finer yarn? Additional repeats may be needed for the same wrap coverage.
How to make the wing texture look cleaner
The strongest visual feature is the contrast between the post-stitch ribs and the open chain spaces. Keep the ribs consistent, resist overtightening the chain spaces, and block from the center outward so the repeats open at the same rate.
Color ideas
Luna: pale sage, fog gray, ivory and muted silver.
Nocturne: charcoal or black for a more gothic wing effect.
Ember Wing: rust, aubergine, warm brown and faded gold.
Troubleshooting
The lace cups inward: A chain space or increase may be missing. Compare the current section with the previous repeat.
The shawl feels too small: Your gauge may be tighter or the yarn thinner. Add repeats where the construction allows.
The edge looks uneven after blocking: Re-pin from the center outward instead of stretching one side first.
FAQ
Is this a beginner pattern?
It is best suited to an intermediate crocheter or a confident beginner who is comfortable with front- and back-post double crochet.
Can I make it larger?
Yes. The repeating construction makes size adjustment possible, but yarn use will increase and the proportions should be checked as you go.
What yarn works best?
Choose a yarn with enough softness to drape and enough stitch definition to show the post-stitch ribs after blocking.
Is blocking necessary?
Strongly recommended. Blocking opens the chain spaces and makes the wing silhouette much clearer.
