Blueprint Crochet

Modern Designs for the visual Crocheter

Robyn Chachula
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 Sheryl Shawl
My mother-in-law and I share a love of old movies. Whenever we are able we turn
on one of the classics and sit down to enjoy a good story. This shawl was inspired by
the beautiful ball gown worn by a glamorous 1940s starlet in one of those classic films.
Although the storyline has faded from my memory, the gown remains clear. This shawl
captures the essence of that gown. I hope that when you wear it you will feel some of
the allure that made that starlet so memorable.

Equipment
Yarn: Sportweight (#2 Fine)
Shown: Euroflax by Louet (100% Wet Spun Linen; 270 yd [247 m]/3.5 oz [100 g]): 3 hanks willow (MC)
Merlin by LouetColor (60% Linen, 40% Merino; 250 yd [229 m]/ 3.5 oz [100 g]): 1 hank cream (CC)
hook: G/6–4.25 mm or hook needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Gauge: 4 x 8" (10.5 x 20.5 cm) = Beginning Motif
Size: About 56 x 28" (142.5 x 71.5 cm)

The Plans

Legend

Beginning Joining
Motif Motif

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 Construction
Beginning Motif: Make 7
With MC, ch 12, sl st to first ch (ring made)
Row 1(RS):Ch 3 (counts as one dc), dc in ring 16 times, turn—17 dc.
Row2: Ch 4 (counts as one dc and ch 1), (dc, ch 1) in each dc around
to last dc, dc in last dc, turn—17 dc.
Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as one dc), dc in each ch-1 sp and dc, fasten off,
weave in ends, turn—33 dc.
Row 4: Join CC, ch 1, sc in first dc and next 3 dc, 2 sc in next dc, [sc
in next 7 dc, 2 sc in next dc] 3 times, sc in next 4 dc, fasten off,
weave in ends, turn—37 sc.
Row 5: Join MC, ch 4 (counts as one dc and ch-1 sp), [skip sc, dc in
next sc, ch 1] twice, skip sc, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next sc, ch 1, *[skip
sc, dc in next sc, ch 1] 3 times, skip sc, (dc, ch 1, dc) in next sc,
ch 1; rep from * 3 times , [skip sc, dc in next sc, ch 1] twice,
skip sc, dc in next sc, fasten off, weave in ends, turn—23 dc.
Row 6: Join CC, ch 1, sc in each ch-1 sp and dc across, fasten off,
weave in ends, turn—45 sc.
Row 7: Join MC, ch 3 (counts as one dc), dc in next 3 sc, [2 dc in
next sc, dc in next 8 sc] 4 times, 2 dc in next sc, dc in last 4 sc,
turn—50 dc.
Row 8: Ch 3 (counts as one dc), dc in next 13 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc
in next 19 dc, 2 dc in next dc, dc in rem dc, fasten off, weave in
ends, turn—52 dc.
Row 9: Join CC, ch 1, sc in each dc across, fasten off, weave in
ends—52 sc.

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Motif A

Details With MC, ch 12, sl st to first ch (ring made).

Use Layout and Legend for placement of motifs. Start with Motif A Rnd 1(RS): Ch 3 (counts as one dc), 31 dc in ring, sl st to first dc,
working toward G. Then work motifs 1–21. turn—32 dc.
Rnd 2: Ch 4 (counts as one dc and ch 1), (dc, ch 1) in each dc around,
Joining two beginning motifs: Use to join Motifs A–G. sl st to first dc, turn—32 dc.
Follow directions for motif above to Row 9. Rnd 3: Ch 3 (counts as one dc), sl st in 15th sc of motif B, dc in ch-1
Row 9: Join CC, ch 1, sc in first dc, sl st in first sc of prev motif, sc in sp, sl st in next sc of motif B, dc in next dc, sl st in next sc of
next dc, sl st in next sc of prev motif, cont with Row 9 above, motif B, [dc in ch-1 sp, dc in next dc] 6 times, dc in ch-1 sp, sl st
fasten off, weave in ends. in 13th sc of motif A, dc in next dc, sl st in next sc of motif A, dc
in ch-1 sp, sl st in next sc of motif A, [dc in next dc, dc in ch-1
Joining motif: Use to join motifs 1, 7, 12, 16, 19, and 21. Create and sp] rep around to beginning, sl st to first dc, fasten off, weave in
join Motifs A–G before continuing below. ends, turn—64 dc.

Motif A Motif B

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Vogue Granny Motifs
Project Gallery

rebecca vest maggie wrap top

katie bolero paige sweetheart top

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Blueprint Crochet
Christin crop maureen tunic

isabella wrap rachel swing jacket

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Project Gallery
 Crack the crochet code with
Blueprint Crochet!
Learn the universal symbol language of crochet and create gorgeous patterns
with Blueprint Crochet, a graphical interpretation of contemporary designs
made just for the visual crafter. Robyn Chachula, a structural engineer turned
crochet designer who was influenced by the appeal of visual Japanese crochet
patterns, creates patterns using a graphic treatment called symbol crochet.
This graphic pattern treatment is for any crocheter who can understand maps
better than verbal directions, illustrations better than narratives, and three-
dimensional drawings better than step-by-step directions.

Robyn takes each crochet design and breaks it down stitch by stitch and
Table of Contents increase by increase in a diagram format so you can see, as well as read, each
step. Each project is broken down into the:
The Basics
ö Plan that shows the overall picture
Crochet Symbols
ö Foundation that shows the crochet stitch pattern
Understanding Granny Square Diagrams
Understanding Stitch Pattern Diagrams
ö Construction that shows the steps to assemble the project
How To Use this Book ö Finishing that gives information on how to make the final
project look perfect
Effortless Motifs
Heather Earrings and Necklace With contemporary designs from trendy to classic, each project offers a fresh
Nicki Tote take on crochet. With Blueprint Crochet, anything is possible!
Julie Cuff

Quick Stitch Patterns Robyn Chachula has designed for several yarn
Madison Scarf companies and has appeared on Knit and
Isabella Wrap Crochet Today on PBS. Her designs have been
Maureen Tunic published in Interweave Crochet, Crochet To-
Nora Belt day, and crochetme.com, as well as in books,
including Not Your Mamma’s Crochet, Catwalk
Vogue Granny Motifs Crochet, Vogue on the Go: Crocheted Shawls,
Sheryl Shawl Crochet Me (Interweave), Son of Stitch & Bitch,
Katie Bolero and Crochet Pattern-a-Day 2007. You can see
Megan Sweater all of her architecturally inspired pieces at
Maggie Wrap Top crochetbyfaye.com.
Paige Sweetheart Top
Raeanne Shawl Sweater

Stitch Pattern Styles

Sarah Bee Dress
Rachel Swing ö Paperbound, 8½ x 9, 144 pages
Rebecca Vest ö 70 photographs, 118 illustrations
Christin Crop ö ISBN 978-1-59668-072-2
Courtney Corset Top ö $22.95 ö September 2008