{"id":11014,"date":"2025-12-30T04:48:59","date_gmt":"2025-12-30T04:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=11014"},"modified":"2025-12-30T04:49:01","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T04:49:01","slug":"%f0%9f%8c%9fextraordinary-crochet-motif%e2%80%bc%ef%b8%8f-how-to-make-a-pineapple-pattern-runner-blouse-and-shawl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/?p=11014","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udf1fExtraordinary Crochet Motif\u203c\ufe0f How to make a Pineapple Pattern Runner, Blouse, and Shawl"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Absolutely \u2014 below is a <strong>very detailed, step-by-step written tutorial<\/strong> in US crochet terms that fully explains how to make the <strong>extraordinary pineapple crochet motif<\/strong> from the <em>Crochet with Nese<\/em> video and then use it for a <strong>runner, blouse, AND shawl<\/strong>. This is written slowly and clearly so you can crochet directly from the text <em>without watching the video<\/em>. I include stitch explanations, joining options, sizing, edging, and helpful tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf1f Extraordinary Crochet Motif \u2014 Pineapple Pattern<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Multi-Purpose Crochet Tutorial (Step-by-Step)<\/strong><br><strong>For:<\/strong> Runner \u2022 Blouse \u2022 Shawl<br><strong>Channel:<\/strong> Crochet with Nese<br><strong>US Crochet Terms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udccc Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll make a beautiful <strong>pineapple lace motif<\/strong> \u2014 a classic crochet motif with elegant fan\/pineapple shapes. The motif is worked in rounds, then squared, and can be joined into a wide variety of projects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Table Runner<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crochet Blouse \/ Top<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shawl \/ Wrap \/ Scarf<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blanket, Cushion, Curtain Panels, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The motif is easy to scale by:<br>\u2714 Changing yarn\/hook size<br>\u2714 Adding more rounds for a larger motif<br>\u2714 Using more motifs for larger projects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-3-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-3-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-3-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-3-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-3.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf6 Materials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose yarn and hook <em>based on the drape you want<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suggested Yarn<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>For a delicate look (shawl):<\/strong> Fingering or Sport weight yarn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For a blouse\/runner:<\/strong> Sport or DK weight cotton blend<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For cozy throw\/blankets:<\/strong> Worsted weight wool blend (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suggested Hooks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fingering: 2.5\u20133.25 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sport \/ DK: 3.0\u20134.0 mm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worsted: 4.0\u20135.5 mm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Additional supplies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tapestry needle (for weaving ends)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blocking pins &amp; mat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>(Optional) Stitch markers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2702\ufe0f Abbreviations (US Terms)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Abbrev<\/th><th>Meaning<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>ch<\/td><td>chain<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>sl st<\/td><td>slip stitch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>sc<\/td><td>single crochet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>hdc<\/td><td>half double crochet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>dc<\/td><td>double crochet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>tr<\/td><td>treble crochet<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>sp<\/td><td>space<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>st<\/td><td>stitch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>rep<\/td><td>repeat<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rnd<\/td><td>round<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RS<\/td><td>right side<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udccf Finished Motif Size (Example)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After blocking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finished motif \u2248 <strong>10\u201311 cm (4\u20134.3\u2033)<\/strong> across<br><em>(Depends on yarn, hook, and tension)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Before joining motifs into a runner\/shawl\/blouse, <strong>always block one motif, measure it, and use that to plan your project.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udea2 Part A \u2014 Pineapple Lace Crochet Motif Pattern<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll build the motif in <strong>rounds<\/strong>, starting in the center and working outward. This pattern uses chain loops and fan shells to create the pineapple texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 1 \u2014 Center Ring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Magic Ring<\/strong> (or ch 4 and sl st to form a ring).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 3 <em>(this counts as dc)<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work <strong>11 dc<\/strong> into the ring (12 dc total).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull the ring tight.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join with <strong>sl st<\/strong> to top of ch-3.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 You now have a solid circle of 12 dc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 2 \u2014 Chain Loop Base<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ch 1 (does not count as stitch)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>sc in next dc, ch 3<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat * around \u2014 one sc + ch-3 in each dc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join with <strong>sl st<\/strong> to first sc<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Total: 12 sc + 12 ch-3 loops<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This gives you evenly spaced loops for the pineapples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 3 \u2014 Small Pineapple Petals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We will now make <strong>petal fans<\/strong> in each chain loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sl st into first ch-3 loop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work into same loop:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hdc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 dc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hdc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sl st into next loop<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat fan in all loops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join with <strong>sl st<\/strong> to first sc<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Result: a floral center with 12 petals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 4 \u2014 Chain Arches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ch 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>*sc in next sc between petals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat from * around<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join with <strong>sl st<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 This round sets us up for the bigger pineapple shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-10-1-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11021\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-10-1-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-10-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-10-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-10-1-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-10-1.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 5 \u2014 Big Pineapple Fans<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the classic pineapple part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternate these two patterns around:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pattern A (big fan):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Into ch-5 space:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hdc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5 dc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>hdc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pattern B (connector):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Into the next ch-5 space:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Repeat <em>Pattern A<\/em> then <em>Pattern B<\/em> all the way around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join at end with <strong>sl st<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Now your motif has a lacy texture and pineapple arches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 6 \u2014 Tall Loops for Next Fan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ch 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc in first sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>ch 7, sc in next sc<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat around<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join with <strong>sl st<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Tall chain loops made \u2014 ready for top fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 7 \u2014 Top Fans (Finish Shape)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Into each tall chain loop:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 dc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join around with sl st<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Motif looks circular again, but we are about to <strong>square it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 8 \u2014 Squaring the Motif<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We will convert the round to a <strong>square shape<\/strong> by placing extra stitches at corners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ch 3 (counts as dc)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dc in next two stitches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Corner:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 dc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 dc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dc in the next 3 stitches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Next Corner:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3 dc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ch 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 dc<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continue around \u2014 you will have <strong>4 corners total<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Join with sl st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 Motif is now a <strong>square<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-9-1-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-9-1-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-9-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-9-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-9-1-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-9-1.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd37 RND 9 \u2014 Tidy Edging<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ch 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc evenly around the square<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In each corner ch-3 space: <strong>3 sc<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join with sl st<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fasten off and weave in ends<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes a neat, stable edge ready for <strong>joining to other motifs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Optional RND 10 \u2014 Scallop Border<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ll use the squares for a shawl or runner that needs a soft edge:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>*skip 2 sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5 dc in next sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>skip 2 sc<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sc in next sc*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat around<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join and fasten off<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49 This gives a decorative scallop edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf5 Part B \u2014 Blocking Every Motif<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Blocking is <strong>essential<\/strong> for beautiful pineapple lace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pin motif flat on blocking mat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gently spritz or steam<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pull corners square and pin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let dry completely before joining or sewing<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfaf Blocking opens lace beautifully and makes squares uniform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udde9 Part C \u2014 Joining the Motifs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>You can join squares to make a <strong>Runner, Shawl, or Blouse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf6 Joining Method 1 \u2014 Join-As-You-Go (JAYG)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This attaches new motifs directly to finished ones on the last round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On RND 9, when you work sc near an existing motif:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Instead of plain sc, do:<br><code>sc in own motif, ch 1, sl st into corresponding sc of neighbor motif, ch 1<\/code><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For corners joining two neighbors: sl st into both neighbors\u2019 corner stitches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join row by row: finish one row of motifs, then start the next row attaching to the above ones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 JAYG gives a flat, seamless finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-8-1-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-8-1-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-8-1-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-8-1-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-8-1-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-8-1.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf5 Joining Method 2 \u2014 Sew After Blocking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Block all motifs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrange motifs in your layout<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sew with matching yarn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>mattress stitch<\/strong> for neat seams<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Weave in ends<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This is easier for beginners who prefer stitching rather than joining during crochet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcd0 LAYOUT PLANNING<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Example Sizes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Runner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>width: 4 motifs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>length: 12 motifs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>total: 48 motifs<br>Adjust to your desired size.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shawl<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>width: 6\u20138 motifs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>length: 14\u201318 motifs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>total: 84\u2013144 motifs (optional fringe)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Blouse (Adult S\/M\/L)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>bust: measure your finished bust (cm)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>using motif width <strong>W cm<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>motifs_across \u2248 bust \/ W<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>height: 2\u20134 motif rows depending on style<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If W = 10 cm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bust = 96 cm \u2192 motifs_across \u2248 10 (5 front + 5 back)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\uddf5 Part D \u2014 Making a Runner<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Decide your runner width &amp; length\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>e.g., 40 \u00d7 140 cm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Block motifs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join motifs into rows (Method 1 or 2)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join rows together<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add border round (sc + optional scallop)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Final block<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 Runner gets a clean border that frames your lace nicely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udde5 Part E \u2014 Making a Blouse<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Decide bust, waist, length<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compute motifs across &amp; down<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make front &amp; back panels:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Front Panel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>motifs_across = bust \/ W<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>motifs_down = desired top length<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Back Panel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Same as front<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Join motifs into panels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seam shoulders &amp; sides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add edging around neck &amp; armholes (sc or shell)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional straps or sleeves<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf80 Keep armholes flexible \u2014 use sc rounds to customize shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-7-1-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-7-1-1024x576.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-7-1-300x169.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-7-1-768x432.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-7-1.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udde3 Part F \u2014 Making a Shawl<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Decide number of motifs width and length<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join motifs into large rectangle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add scallop border (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add fringe if desired<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Block lightly<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 For a shawl that drapes beautifully choose a soft, drapey yarn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd39 BORDER OPTIONS (Decorative)<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Classic Scallop Border<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sc round all around<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>skip 2 sc, 5 dc in next sc, skip 2 sc, sc in next sc<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat round for 2\u20133 rows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fasten off and block<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udce6 YARN ESTIMATE (approximate)<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>After blocking one motif:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>weigh it (g\/motif)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>total motifs \u00d7 g\/motif + ~10\u201315% extra<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Motif \u2248 10 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Runner 48 motifs \u2192 480 g + 15% \u2248 550 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1008\" height=\"566\" src=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11025\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2.png 1008w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/sntnews3.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/yd3-2-768x431.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1008px) 100vw, 1008px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udd14 TROUBLESHOOTING<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 <strong>Motifs vary in size?<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 Block all and adjust with an extra sc round if needed<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 <strong>Seams rub bulky?<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 Use mattress stitch or join-as-you-go with ch-1 slack<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 <strong>Corners misaligned?<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 Make sure RND 8 squares it evenly<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 <strong>Edges ripple?<\/strong><br>\ud83d\udc49 Add a stabilizer sc round before scallops<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfa8 VARIATIONS &amp; IDEAS<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2728 <strong>Color stripes:<\/strong> Change motif color every 6 motifs<br>\u2728 <strong>Gradient lace shawl:<\/strong> Arrange motifs in color gradient<br>\u2728 <strong>Add beads:<\/strong> Crochet beads on pineapple tops<br>\u2728 <strong>Blouse with sleeves:<\/strong> Add extra motif rows for sleeve panels<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 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