Fealty Hap crochet pattern - digital or hard copy

Fealty Hap is a nod to the traditional shawls that were made and worn in Shetland. Often knitted in laceweight, they were large and generally worn doubled over to make a warm, triangular shawl.

This version is crocheted with a simple two-row repeat to create an open, lace pattern. A shallow border is added in rounds to finish it off. The pattern has been written for three sizes, so you can make it to the size you need (photos are of Size 3).

The main body lace pattern is a an ode to the many whin (gorse) bushes I remember from childhood. The little clusters on the border represent the sea pink flowers that also dared to raise their heads in the harsh climate of North East Scotland.

Yarn:Northampton Shear Lace by RiverKnits; 50g/ 350m/ 383yds; 100% Shetland. See table for required amounts. Sample is Size 3 and in shade Meadow Foxtail.

Size 1 - 270g/ 1890m/ 2065yds
Size 2 - 350g/ 2390m/ 2610yds
Size 3 - 425g/ 2950m/ 3230yds

Hook: 4mm hook (US G/6)

Notions: 5 stitch markers, tapestry needle, blocking equipment

If you make this shawl, it would be great to see it on Instagram - #FealtyHap #FayDHDesigns

Finished Measurements:
Size 1 - 117 x 117cm/ 46 x 46"
Size 2 - 132 x 132cm/ 52 x 52"
Size 3 - 147 x 147cm/ 58 x 58"

Tension/ Gauge:
20 sts and 6.5 rows over 10cm/ 4" of Main Body two-row repeat.

Stitches Used (UK):
double crochet, half treble crochet, treble crochet, starting double crochet, starting half treble crochet, starting treble crochet.

Pattern Support: Supporting images, charts and written pattern.  

The pattern also has an electronic link and QR code (for hardcopy versions) taking you to a specific Pattern Page for the Bumble Hap with links out to more in-depth photo and video tutorials for specific stitches. 

Yarn substitutes: Something with the same or very similar meterage.  It can be a different blend but be aware that meterage requirements will change if you substitute yarns.  

Blocking: This is a project that definitely benefits from blocking to open up the stitches and create a lacey fabric.

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Pattern Pricing

I now operate a ‘pay what you can’ scale for my electronic/downloadable single patterns.  I usually charge £5 for these patterns and to encourage access for all crafters, these are now available on a scale of £3 - £7 and you chose what you can afford within that scale. 

Please note that this doesn’t apply to my hard copy patterns, which remain priced at £5 and come with an automatic digital download.

Pattern format

Fealty is a six-page document.  If you are purchasing a printed copy, it is A4 sized with large, clear text.

Weights given are approximated to provide the best estimate for postage and packaging costs only.

Product materials, sourcing and PoM Rating

This product was originated and printed by me at Fay Dashper-Hughes Designs.  The pattern is printed on paper that is manufactured using wind power,100% recycled post-consumer fibre and carbon neutral.

Postage and Packaging

You can read all about P&P here.

The P&P costs applied are very transparent.  No additional costs are added on, you simply pay for the cost of packaging and the cost of postage.  I don't offer free P&P because what that usually means is that the cost of P&P has been added to the cost of goods.  I think it is better to assume that my customers aren't daft and would rather have transparent P&P costs than the pretence of 'Free P&P' with inflated prices on the items that they are buying.