Celtic Crochet Capelet

The Celtic Crochet Capelet is a stunning garment that features eye-catching Celtic Knot motifs and a beautiful lacy stitch pattern. I have been wanting to create something like this for a long time and I love how it turned out! All stitches used in this project are basic crochet stitches and the Celtic Knots are easy to weave.

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Skill Level: Intermediate

Sizes: XXS/XS, S, M/L, XL, 2X/3X, 4X/5X

What is a Capelet?

A capelet is a small cape that usually comes to the elbows and looks great on almost every body type and size! Capelets were very popular in the 1940’s and 50’s. I love how the lacy versions can be worn during almost any season. They are easy to wear because they stay in place. They can add a little warmth, too and definitely a lot of style!

Robin’s Promise Yarn – Gorgeous!

When I was at the Pittsburgh Creative Arts Festival this past August (you can read about my trip here), I had the pleasure of meeting Susan Dickerson. She dyes yarn into wonderful colors and sells it through her shop, Robin’s Promise Yarn, on-line and at various festivals and fiber events. Susan and I had fun talking about yarn and she provided me with these beautiful skeins to make a new design. Thank you, Susan!

Click here to watch a short video of Susan at her yarn booth 🙂 (on Instagram)

This yarn is Superwash Merino Wool in colors: Bunting and Blue Footed Booby Feet. I love that Susan names all of her colors after birds or other objects from nature. I thought this Bunting color was so pretty! I loved crocheting with this yarn – it is so soft and my hook quickly glided through my stitches loop after loop. Make sure to check out Robin’s Promise Yarn here – you’ll be in awe of all of the brilliant colors!

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Celtic Crochet Capelet Instructions

The Celtic Crochet Capelet has 21-pages of large-print instructions including several color photos and diagrams. There are color-coded Celtic Knot diagrams for both Right and Left-Handers to help you be successful with weaving the knots. Extensive explanations of how to construct each piece of this capelet and detailed lists and charts of measurements and yardage are also included.

Stitches Used in the Celtic Crochet Capelet

All stitches used in this project are basic stitches: chain, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, treble crochet and double treble crochet. There are also some easy variations of these stitches used which I provide short video tutorial links for to help you. I love the lacy stitch pattern used for the body of the capelet. This stitch pattern is just a 2-row repeat! To get the stitches to look like mine it is essential that you wet block your project – I loved how this step made such a difference in how the stitches looked. If you’ve never wet blocked a project, no need to worry – I explain it in detail in the pattern.

Other Supplies Needed for this Project

In addition to the yarn and crochet hook, you’ll also need a yarn needle and some stitch markers to make the Celtic Crochet Capelet. To weave the Celtic Knot you’ll need a corkboard (or something similar) that is about 6″ x 6″ and some straight sewing pins. If you want you can also add beads to the center of the Celtic Knots and along the bottom edge. You’ll need approximately 25 to 40 beads (depending on the size you make) and a sewing needle and thread. Of course, you’ll also need your standard wet blocking supplies: blocking board, rust-proof pins and 2 large towels.

Celtic Crochet Capelet Pattern!

So, I hope you are interested in making the Celtic Crochet Capelet. When you purchase the pattern in my Etsy Shop here you will be able to download the instructions and the Celtic Knot diagrams instantly so you can start making it today!

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Remember, if you have any questions about the pattern or the supplies, please leave a comment below or send me an email – I am happy to help.

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Thank you for stopping by – Happy crocheting!

Jennifer

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