Seamless Basketweave Stitch Crochet Capelet Pattern

In sizes from 32 – 45 inch bust with, it’s easy to adjust the length to suit you perfectly. Worked from the bottom up and with simple decreasing at the neckline, it’s great for an adventurous beginner or above.

What’s the difference between a cape and a capelet?

I’ve designed a couple of crochet capelets now and if I’m completely honest I didn’t know what they were until I started to do some research!

I suppose in terms of what you want to call it doesn’t matter all that much but technically, here’s the difference between the two –

A cape is generally defined as a sleeveless garment or part of a garment, hanging from the neck over the back, arms, and shoulders, but not reaching below the hips while capelet is a smaller cape worn over the shoulders.

So, I think this design and my Vintage Crochet Capelet Pattern both fit nicely into the definition of a capelet don’t you?

About the Woodland Crochet Capelet Pattern

This chunky crochet pattern uses the softest of yarns and the magic of the crochet basketweave stitch make this stunning cape a pleasure to make and a joy to wear.

It’s a really fun and simple crochet pattern to make and gives you great practise at crochet post stitches which I love!

Check our handy yarn weight chart and guide to find out more about yarn weights and categories.

Getting Started: Materials Needed for Your Crochet Basketweave Cape Pattern

Sizing

S (M, L)

To Fit Bust:

81-91cm (91-102cm, 120-125cm) 32-36in (36-40in, 40-45in)

Actual Bust:

114cm (123cm, 134cm) 45in 4(8.5in, 52 3/4in)

Length:

36cm (39.5cm, 42.5cm) 14in (15.5in, 16 3/4in)

How much yarn do I need to crochet a capelet?

You will need:

3 (3,4) balls of Mink.

It’s a fabulously soft and luxurious yarn and I was so surprised at how far the yarn went!

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Crochet Terms You’ll Need to Know

Glossary and Abbreviations

ch(s) – chain(s)

ss – slip stitch

sk – skip

st(s) – stitch(es)

rep – repeat

blo- back loop only

st2tog -Stitch two together

Crochet Stitches used in the Crochet Woodland Cape

The Capelet Pattern uses the following crochet stitches and is written in US crochet terms.

Standard UK Crochet Term	Standard US Crochet Term
Sl st – slip stitch	Sl st – slip stitch
dc – double crochet	sc – single crochet
tr – treble crochet	dc -double crochet

Special Stitches:
Rtrf: Yrh, insert hook from front to back to front around next st, yrh and pull through (3 lps on hook), (yrh pull through 2 lps) twice.

Rtrb: Yrh, insert hook from back to front to back around next st, yrh and pull through (3 lps on hook), (yrh pull through 2 lps) twice.

The combination of stitches create a version of the crochet basketweave stitch which has the most amazing texture! My retro baby crochet blanket pattern also uses this stitch and you’ll see it’s perfect for being cosy and snuggly whilst also creating a beautiful drape to it too.

• This pattern is worked in rounds throughout from bottom up.
• For main section, 2ch at beg of a round does not count as a stitch.
• For collar section work in blo in continuous rounds.

Free Crochet Basketweave Capelet Pattern

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US Terminology

Round 8: [26 (30, 34) sl st blo, sl st2tog blo] twice – 54 (62, 70) sts.

Round 9: [25 (29, 33) sl st blo, sl st2tog blo] twice – 52 (60, 68) sts.

Round 10: [24 (28, 32) sl st blo, sl st2tog blo] twice – 50 (58, 66) sts.

Round 11: [23 (27, 31) sl st blo, sl st2tog blo] twice – 48 (56, 64) sts.

Round 12: [22 (26, 30) sl st blo, sl st2tog blo] twice – 46 (54, 62) sts.

Fasten off.

Finishing

Turn to RS and weave in all ends.

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More Crochet Wraps Patterns You Might Enjoy

I love nothing more than making and designing crochet wraps, ponchos and capes that make layering your wardrobe such fun! It’s so easy to change the look of an entire outfit by just switching one layer and I hope you love some of these designs too –

• Coffee Shop Wrap – a chunky wrap that can be turned into a poncho
• The Classic Cowl – light, airy, soft, and gentle
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