Step-by-Step: How to Start Crocheting the Stunning, Beginner Friendly Alectrona Shawl!

[@rosesperfumelace]

This is absolutely stunning. I love the half circle shape. I love this morning because my dad is no longer suffering from cancer. He is now up in heaven with my mom, together again home with God.

[@barbaracabrera207]

Same here!!! TFS!!

[@Nora-jt9zy]

Sorry about your loss. But it’s also hard to see our loved ones suffer ❤

[@barbaraking9966]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@ritatannehill7487]

So sorry for your loss but praise their gain ❤️❤️❤️

[@glendabrady9996]

Bless you today and all the days you will miss him❤

[@ChaotikSykes]

My favorite thing about mornings is waking up, drinking my coffee and crocheting outside while I watch the sunrise and wait for my dear husband to come home from a long night shift at work. Those morning are just wonderful. Watching my husband’s face light up once he sees me in the morning just lights up my morning even more so.

[@slowcrochet]

The best thing about mornings is waking up and realizing I don't have to be up yet, so I can snuggle back into my blankets and close my eyes and rest a bit longer! ❤️😴😄

[@MaryDaly-kp2od]

My favorite thing about mornings is the quiet as the morning shifts from darkness to soft light. Itbegins my day with a feeling of calm and peacefulness.

[@jencrochetingradtech5913]

My favorite thing about morning is seeing my granddaughter. I babysit while her mother works and she is such a joy in my life. This shawl is beautiful whit the yarn you used. Perfect color way for a sunrise

[@RosePelet]

At my age just waking up is a blessing. When I do, the fact that I see my flowers are blooming and the birds are singing brings joy to my heart and offers hope for another day.

[@cabinfevercrochet]

What an absolutely stunning shawl. The yarn really turns it into even more of an extraordinary work of art. I love the stillness of the morning, and crispness of the air. Sitting outside with a cup of tea, while crocheting and listening to the birds and wildlife, start their daily life's journey. 🌄

[@aztigerval1979]

I love how quiet mornings are. I feel refreshed to start a new day, i can get lots done, and I love hearing the birds wake up along with the day. I describe it as pure peace.

[@joannmoorebreathtolifecoaching]

My favorite thing about morning is the sun cresting the horizon, and the birds singing joyfully. It is so peaceful and serene. Every morning is another gift. Beautiful shawl!! Have a magical day!!

[@MiMiLovesCrochet]

So Prefectly Dainty yet covers. I love mornings because, I go outside and can hear the birds singing and possibly talking to each other. I prefer to go out before the sun comes up. I always enjoy the Beauty that is present in the sun rising up. It is quite so I can meditate and pray. Then Sun starts rising up and I notice the birds are chirpping louder and louder. Best feeling because it's like me and only I as one with earth and animals. Thank you again for sharing this Beautiful Shawl. The design is Luscious and perfect. Can be dressed down or dressed up. Lovely once again. ♥️🙏🏻😊

[@Kristan863]

The best part of the morning is hearing the birds come to life reminding me today is new beginning. It represents hope for a new start every day…. Shawl has beautiful colors ❤

[@StephEliotMakes]

The best thing about mornings is my morning walk. The world is still quiet as the sun starts to peak its face up and all the bunnies and squirrels scurrying about. It’s so peaceful and beautiful.

[@KDebora]

My favorite thing about mornings, is to watch the hummingbirds on my backyard while drinking my coffee.

[@bonniecarlson9543]

My favourite thing about early mornings is how peaceful it is, as I listen to the morning songs of the birds, smell the early fresh air, the breathtaking beauty of a Prairie Sunrise and the possibilities of a new day!!💖🦋🥰🇨🇦

[@barbhall2752]

I start my morning out with a meditation before I get out of bed. Then I sit with a cup of coffee and enjoy the quiet morning. If I’m at my cabin I will sit in the screened in porch and drink my coffee and listen to the birds waking up. Morning is my favorite time of the day. It just so peaceful and it’s a time just for me before the day gets busy. The older I get I realize this is so important. This shawl is magnificent and magical. As always thank you for all you do. I appreciate you and your team. ❤

[@tylerrainboth1103]

My favorite thing about mornings is waking up to my husband and babies. Knowing you have unconditional love and support for every day ahead is priceless.

[@suzannemcelwee206]

My husband has pancreatic cancer and everything morning I thank God that he has given him another day. We like to start the morning together in prayer.

[@marypauly1083]

I pray for his comfort

[@krystalfrausto2462]

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[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Yes spend as many mornings together as you can! Hugs 🩷

[@susanalessi7057]

Prayers for you both 🙏🏻

[@doreencook5269]

Just beautiful. My favorite part of the morning is coming downstairs before sunrise. I open the curtains, sit with that glorious cup of coffee and watch the sun come up while I revel in the potential of a new day. Thanks for your extraordinary inspiration.

[@annadennison1296]

My favourite mornings are in winter, I love the cool foggy mornings everything is calm and the fog creates a sense of magic in the air. I find myself just sitting and listening to the world waking up. It makes me feel at peace and grateful for the new day. 🙏 😊❤

[@brasileiroviajante]

I’m not a huge morning person, but when I’m driving to work early in the morning I find specific spots with amazing views where I slow down and greet the Lord, thanking him for the beautiful painting He created just for me! Depending on the time of year, I see some pretty fabulous paintings and it helps me to begin my day with my heart, mind and spirit in the right place!

[@sandraswetlow8925]

Absolutely gorgeous! My favorite part of mornings is the stillness. Birds chirping as they are just waking and when the sun is making its appearance through the trees. And I am sipping on a fresh cup of coffee. Thank you for all you do❤

[@Hookedonfaith-akasandramoody]

That is beautiful. I love the crispness of morning, with the birds singing and squirrels playing. The beauty of the wildlife and dew on the flowers are just amazing.

[@pear_drops_7507]

What a gorgeous design and what a gorgeous yarn! Big props to Patricia Liefeld for this amazing work, keep it up!❤My favourite thing about mornings is waking up next to my wonderful spouse and making a cup of tea together before leaving for work. It's not a very exciting thing but that time spent together just sleepily chatting away as we watch the colours of the daybreak paint our kitchen walls is a very peaceful and important moment for me and means more than I can put into words.❤

[@theastewart6721]

Beautiful shawl! I used to love the mornings because it was my special quiet time before my husband got sick. Since he’s been gone it’s just a reminder that I have to keep putting one foot in front of the other and get through the day. Just keeping it real. Thank you for another great tutorial and pattern. I really love the shape of this half circle shawl.❤

[@theMermaidRhonda]

This is so pretty! It reminds me of all the sunrises I've seen over the ocean. I love being out there when it's just getting light and the breeze is still a little chilly but that wonderful salty air is surrounding you. Watching the first rays pop up over the edge of the water is always breathtaking and never gets old. You can almost hear the world waking up with the light.

[@megandeyoung7956]

I love the possibilities that the morning brings, starting anew, and the peace that brings knowing I can approach the day with positivity.

[@lisagazaille1856]

I absolutely love mornings. I love how quiet it is and then the way it slowly wakes with the sunrise. It’s my favorite time of day!!!!

[@ijeomasady2204]

Oh my word! What a stunning stunning shawl!! My favourite things about morning is the quiet and the fact that all the kids are still in bed so I can just appreciate the silence and stillness before the clickety clack of the day ahead in a full house 😊

[@geninehernandez1545]

My favorite thing about mornings, is that I am able to wake up and live another day. Always grateful for this life I’ve been blessed with. ❤

[@SylvieR66]

I love the quietness of the morning, when all is silent and the day has just begun. It feels like I'm alone in the world and I wake up with the songs of the birds outside. I admire the sun rising in the horizon and I'm ready to start my day, full of energy ! 🥰💪

[@louloustreasuretrove2122]

This is more than beautiful. I really love it and it truly reminds me of early morning miracles. The best part I love about mornings is laying in bed right after waking and being inspired by whatever thoughts coming in my mind right when I wake up as far as what to do for the day. Thanks so much for sharing! Always remember that I love you bunches!

[@marybishop71]

It's beautiful! My favorite thing in the morning is listening to the birds singing with joy. And coffee...I love my morning coffee 😊

[@michellesandoval6339]

My favorite thing about mornings is listening to the birds, it's the most beautiful sound and a great way to wake up! This is a beautiful shawl and definitely on my list!

[@KatarinaS.]

Absolutely one of the most beautiful shawls I've ever seen! I enjoy mornings when they are unrushed, when I can wake up early but rested and have time to myself to stretch, contemplate, have a cup of tea, and watch the sun rise and the sky turn from dark to light.

[@Crochetqueen6592]

Mornings r the hardest for me because I think of how much I miss my mom 1st thing every day.but when I see the sun shining bright,I feel her with me.i know she's proud of the beautiful things I have made by watching and learning.so ty for all you do.

[@sherylb9670]

What I like most about mornings is having some quiet time before the day’s activities begin. Drinking my coffee and listening to the birds and relaxing

[@wendymerrillperry9699]

My favorite thing about mornings is seeing the new creations on channels like yours! I love your calmness. It’s my morning meditation 🧘

[@angelsbear37]

I love mornings when it's still quiet and a bit chilly and damp. It makes me feel like finding a cozy place to sit and relax and wait for the world to wake up.

[@DaniNeedles]

I’ve been looking for a new shawl to crochet and found this video with the pattern. I’ve already started and my favorite part about crocheting this is waking up and preparing first thing in the morning. Its such a nice quiet moment to oneself, especially with the birds chirping, and whenever the weather is a little chilly! Thank you for the video, and happy crochet everyone!!

[@libertywhitener]

Mornings start helping get my husband out to work and having time to start my day either working on a project with my first cup of coffee, yoga, or watching your videos and dreaming of more fun projects to work on. It is sometimes snuggling back in and sleeping longer. It’s my time for me. Thank you for bringing so much brightness and joy to the world!

[@RebeccaChamberlain-no2qj]

My favorite morning activity is taking the dogs out. They are so exuberant to be out and about it lightens my heart

[@joyrocker395]

This is such a beautiful shawl. All I can think about is my granddaughter drawing me a picture of the sunset on the beach and how it looked similar to this shawl. Again this shawl is beautiful and I believe that I will be able to create it because of the simplicity of the stitches. Thank you for all you do for all stages of crocheters. 😊

[@kylehammond2619]

I love the stillness and quiet of morning. With 8 children in our family, quiet moments are rare throughout the day 😄 but I also love how the stillness frames the first stirs that we hear - the baby rustling, the soft coos, maybe the mumbles of little siblings trying to orient themselves, the soft steps of the older ones coming to find Mom and Dad for either a trip to the garden or a game of cribbage 🥰 the quietness helps me to remember and realize how blessed we are.

[@gamountainbluebird5475]

What I love about the morning is the sun pecking in around the shades and my canary singing his glorious song. It is a wonderful alarm clock to wake me up. I’m thankful for a new day.

[@alohacrochetbynaomi156]

I just love mornings. The freshness of the air, the new day reminds me of the possibilities I’ve been given to make a difference in someone’s life. ❤

[@marionharris9801]

What a wonderful pattern. I get up early on week-ends when everything is still quiet. It feels like everything is possible and the day belongs to me. I like to sit on the balcony in front of my flowers and a cup of coffee and some knitting or crocheting. Everything is fine and it is very relaxing to see the day slowly waking up. ❤

[@michellebruton6287]

Oh that shawl is beautiful ... BUT that yarn !!! oh my soul gorjuss gorjuss gojuss. I live in a very rustic little cottage surrounded by many huge trees and in the early mornings the trees are full of birds all trying to out sign each other, this is what I wake up to, and this is what I love about mornings.

[@pamelalarsen4169]

What I love about the morning is the gentle way the sun wakes me up. Then my quiet time with a hot cup of tea before I start my day! The colors used for this shawl are beautiful and do remind me of the sunrise.

[@cathiesmith0812]

Chandi, you are so beautiful!! I really admire you, and everything you do. That shawl is absolutely gorgeous. The best thing about mornings for me is when I wake up before my family members, and I'm able to spend quiet time for myself, w/some coffee, and either I'll pick up my WIP, or just sit on the front porch swing and listen to the birds, and watch the squirells, and just enjoy the day with nature before my day gets too busy. Thank you so much for what you do! Hope you have a great day!

[@lisas7025]

I love waking up in the morning to the sound of the birds singing. This is a very pretty shawl and love the colours.

[@gregoryvite9641]

The best thing about the mornings is: Having my cup of coffee/tea (whichever I'm feeling that morning) on the porch - hooking the dog up to his porch lead watching him bounce around with his little doggie smile - and taking a deep breath of fresh air greeting all my neighbors that're doing the same with a friendly "hey" and a wave. Love this tutorial!! I've never done a shawl like this, I've firmly placed myself in the advanced beginner category but I think I may just give this one a shot!!

[@kathymoore1651]

My favorite thing is listening to everything and everyone waking up. The birds chirping, the trees swishing with the breeze and the sun glistening off the dew on the grass a few of my favorite morning things.

[@klpace8489]

I really enjoy taking my coffee out onto the porch in the morning while the sun is rising and shining down on me. The birds are twirping and I watch the squirrels run around and squawk at each other. So peaceful. Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. The shawl is so gorgeous!

[@marlyscarlson3968]

What a beautiful shawl. I love waking up to the birds singing, the warmth of the sun coming up. Nature is marvelous.

[@kathleenbollinger5990]

I love the quiet of early morning, before everyone else gets up, the way the sunlight gradually fills up my kitchen and workroom, the birds’ singing along with my morning prayer, and that first cup of tea. This shawl is lovely!

[@patriciafassaert3127]

The best thing about waking up in the morning is … waking up and realizing I’m finally have the feeling I’m starting to heal from post-Covid. Therefore I can look at your KZbin and learn how to crochet this beautiful shawl. Hopefully he will be ready for the end of this summer 🙏🍀🍀🍀 and the colours…….i’m already in love 🥰 😊

[@margaretputnam5206]

I love mornings. I’m usually the first person up in my house so I love to sit and enjoy the piece and tranquility of my surroundings and listen to the world waking up while I knit, crochet or spin.

[@jeanvaughn6710]

The best thing about the morning is walking my dogs, coffee and seeing the beautiful day that the Lord has blessed me with.❤

[@silvertlo630]

My favorite thing about mornings are sunrises just as this beautiful shawl depicts! One of my favorite things in the world is being able to catch a sunrise on the ocean...whether that's at the beach with the waves crashing against the shore, or while on a boat, where all you can see is ocean and the sunrise and all the glittery water ☺️ Even just talking about it and picturing it is bringing me calm!

[@eileenwallis]

This is absolutely gorgeous! I love when I'm awake early enough to be outside as the sun rises and the world begins to awake. The sense of peace and possibility is both calming and energizing at the same time. To paraphrase "Anne of Green Gables," each day "is always fresh with no mistakes in it."

[@MarzNGrama]

Beautiful!! I love how it flows! 💖✨🧶🪡 My favorite part of the morning is the quiet, the birds singing, sipping my coffee as the sun peaking through the trees as its rays reach my face.

[@mvb33]

I love how that shawl looks , it does remind me of when I wake up in the morning and see the sun rise on the right side of my apartment and I see the birds chirping and squirrels running up the trees and my cat Smokey is watching with me as I sit by the window ,, thank God for these mornings .

[@karenlevitt7430]

What a lovely shawl. What I love about mornings is the quiet before anyone else is awake.

[@Songbird1226]

My favorite thing about mornings is listening to the birds singing joyfully! It heralds the new day so beautifully. The shawl is gorgeous and really does look like a rising sun. Thank you, Chandi and team!

[@lynnkidder1463]

What a lovely shawl! What I love about mornings is the few moments of quiet snuggling in bed, waking slowly, before taking on the day. Sometimes it’s a time to organize the day’s activities in my mind; sometimes just a delicious snuggle.

[@pauladelisle3408]

I love the beautiful colors of the morning skies, sounds of the singing birds, and the freshness of the clean air ❤

[@kerryburton9544]

First thing about waking up each morning is that brief but wonderful moment when I feel warm and pain free. I hold my breath to try to hold onto that moment for as long as possible.

[@mamazuzu93]

Early mornings are one of my most favorite times of the day. Just so calm and soothing, more often than not. My favorite part is that first sip of coffee in the morning. It just lights my soul on fire.

[@PamelaRodriguez7]

I love mornings in the spring. I hear the doves coo and birds chirp as the sun rises. It's another blessed day.

[@annettehachey7909]

I love watching nature wake up on this earth, surrounds me with awe. The fresh scents on the grass, trees and bushes just washed clean . 😊

[@sabrinacordova2035]

So beautiful. My favorite thing about the morning is the quiet before the day begins. Before everyone else is awake. Peaceful

[@jeannefacy7992]

I’m so very Thankful for each morning! My favorite thing about mornings is that we are blessed with another opportunity to enjoy the glorious new beginnings each morning has in store for us! It’s glorious to witness such majestic beauty, whether it be sunshine, cloudy or rainy!❤️

[@debraknott729]

I love waking in the morning because the first thought everyday is how blessed I am to have 5 beautiful healthy Grandchildren, im so lucky 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@yoshimis3800]

This shaw really reminds me of the early morning sunrises we have here in Southern California. After my morning prayers, while the world is still, I like to reflect on what the day holds for me and to give gratitude for the wonderful life I am living. It is the best time to just sit and take in the beauty of nature. It is so calming to hear the birds chirping, smell the fresh grass and feel the slight dew in the air.

[@dawnfinniss7978]

❤❤❤ I love waking up to the sunrise while letting my chickens and rabbits out of their coops! It's refreshing to breathe in the fresh air and watching nature! I love this shawl too!

[@halcrochets]

Stunning! The colors are perfect. I enjoy morning before anyone else awakes to soak in the silence, pray and prepare for the day ahead.

[@travelnurse1]

What a beautiful creation. I can almost smell the beautiful flowers of spring seeing this beautiful shawl. I have always loved mornings. I wake up early each day here in northwestern Wyoming, and peer out to the mountains, still sparsely blanketed with snow this time of year. I think of the possibilities ahead in these next 24 hours with a feeling of anticipation of wonderful gifts each day gives.

[@helynscott4874]

I love the peace and fresh smell of the morning. I leave for work at 4.30 am, and I really enjoy the transition of the seasons, from the dark frosty crispness of the winter through to the sun just starting to rise and the birdsong of the summer!

[@AmoCultumAlo]

Ah, what a gorgeous, gorgeous shawl! What a wonderful inspiration as well. I love it when I'm up for sunrise. Cup of tea in hand, enjoying the lovely cool breeze, and watching the colours painted across the sky. Everything so still and serene that you can hear the birds chirping away and the breeze rustling the leaves. Every element of it is just peaceful and wonderful. Thank you for the tutorial and making such lovely patterns available to us!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

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[@DebbieONeal-lx4xf]

My favorite thing is seeing the sun rising , taking a walk enjoying nature, the birds, butterflies trees, flowers, etc. Then meditating, reading my Bible, thanking God for my blessings. Then crocheting outside in the sun.

[@seagreenblue4052]

The gradient coloring of the Alectrona Crescent Shawl is so vintage. Love it. Mornings. Time for Serotonin & Caffeine to kick in. Stretch that body as much as it is willing to do so. Best moments of the morning are the BUSY BUSY chirps of birds. Those little ones make the morning come alive telling everyone, Wake Up. Make Hay When The Sun Is Up. Feed The Babies. Neaten Up The Nest. Sing As You Work. Birds & Animals keep me enthralled. Alectrona coloring reminds me of Flamingos. 💖🌺🌹💐

[@K_swiph]

Wow, the yarn used in this shawl is stunning. I love the half circle shape. My favorite thing about mornings is having breakfast with my husband. I'm chronically ill and disabled, so mornings can be hard, but I enjoy our time together regardless. I also love seeing the color slowly come up on misty mornings, when the world looks soft and cozy.

[@barbarawiltz9453]

My first cup of coffee and taking a stroll in my back yard with my cats are my favorite things.

[@bugsybird8619]

Just WOW. The colors and design. I have the most energy in the morning. The peacefulness of the emerging day makes for endless opportunities. My best ideas are conceived in the morning which makes me happy.

[@sdtayw]

I never liked mornings since it was just rush time to get to work. Now that im retired, i enjoy slow mornings with my cup of tea & sun rises that make me grateful to be alive & healthy.

[@pattaylor5713]

Good morning! I meet my granddaughter at 5 AM, to pick up my great-grandchildren. I feel so blessed to see the sun rise every day, and to share the experience and colors with the children. Have a wonderful day.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

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[@Blueskies271]

My favorite thing about mornings is going to the garden to check on the plants. It’s such a great way to start the day and all of the colors and sounds of the birds make me smile

[@tammybug]

I love mornings in the desert when the sun just starts rising over the mountains/hills and the colors are so beautiful. It's amazing that the colors are so vibrant in the desert. Beautiful!

[@outdoorgramma6874]

My favorite thing about morning is the sun coming up and staying in bed and reading a book. Beautiful colors, beautiful design. 🧶💕

[@patriciadesamours258]

Absolutely beautiful. My favorite thing about waking up in the morning is being blessed enough to wake up.

[@stitchaspellMilan]

I love mornings because it means another day with my cat, Duncan, then breakfast with my family, especially my grandson who is the light of my life. 🦋

[@amyelizabeth9088]

My favorite things about "this particular morning" is sitting on my balcony, seeing the fresh start of the day and watching this #vlog Thank you for contributing to the 🌟🙏🏻 JOY 🌟🙏🏻🌟 of my ✨️🌞✨️ BEAUTIFUL MORNING...✨️🌞✨️

[@cebowde]

I love waking up before the rest of my family. The house is quiet. I enjoy the calm before the day fully starts. Those mornings when I don't have to be at work early are nice.

[@Grahmahshanz]

I love the quiet and stillness of the early morning and the crisp freshness in the air ❤❤❤ beautiful shawl

[@robinb2540]

My favorite thing about morning is telling God of my gratitude for feeling so comfortable and well rested. I love the color combinations used here❤

[@lynnehrmantraut9167]

My favorite thing about morning is the way the light dances across the waves here at the beach… it’s all calm and peaceful and quiet!

[@deborahconnoley5423]

I love the quiet half hour in the mornings when I can sip on my freshly brewed coffee and have the peace and quiet to think. Then it is time to provide food and drink for the dogs, cats and kids before getting the children off to school. That quiet half hour is so precious.

[@cherylpage5486]

I love waking up every morning with gratitude that God has given me another day to live in and see the beauty he created. This shawl is stunning and I will be doing my best to make one as beautiful as yours!

[@roxiecavanaugh7578]

This shawl is absolutely gorgeous! The colors are beautiful. I want to make this one and keep it for myself. 😊 What I like most about mornings is the quiet time I get to share with myself. I am the first one up, the two cats don't count... lol, and we have no children at home so it is the perfect time for a hot cuppa and my crocheting. I am usually up several hours before the sun so I get to hear the world outside waking up. It's a wonderful time. ❤

[@cpayne6720]

I just found your channel and I love your stitch instructions! I’ll be an adventurous beginner and give this pattern a try! My favorite thing about mornings - at sunrise - is the quietness. You’ll gradually hear birds waking up, the occasional car way off in the distance, but otherwise a wonderful silence.