Beginner Triangle Shawl free crochet pattern
Free crochet beginner triangle shawl with a simple scallop edging.
It is March already and that means spring is here to stay! And spring means layers. It is the time of the year that we get rid of our winter coats but it is not that hot yet. You need a little something to cover your shoulders with.
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Shawls don’t have to be a thing of the past or a garment that only grannies used to wear. They can be trendy and stylish and there are so many out there that you might not know where to begin with. Well, if you are a new crocheter you can start with this one! The beginner triangle shawl is here just for you!
This crochet triangle shawl was created with the beginner in mind. As I said, there are so many out there, extremely beautiful shawls. Most of them are knit with intricate stitches but the number of crochet ones increases by the day.
I wanted every new crocheter to feel confident to make such a big project, without doubting themselves. That is why the pattern uses only double crochet stitches and chains. Ok, and some single crochet, and nothing else. I promise!
If, on the other hand, you are on the hunt for more crochet shawl patterns free, I have compiled a huge list with 53 of the most amazing crochet shawls. You are welcome to check it out and don’t forget to reply in the comments with your favorite.
And when I say big project, I mean it! The beginner triangle shawl is approximately 60 inches (152 cm) wide and 38 inches (97 cm) tall. The truth is that you could make it smaller if you like, you can stop at any point, but why would you? Go big!
More free shawl patterns to crochet:
From left to right: The Plumeria shawl, a lacy lightweight crochet shawl, the ribbed square shawl, and the Dark Matter shawl.
The yarn was once again, so kindly, provided by the nice folks at Hobium Yarns. We are talking about the Gazzal Nordic Lace, a wool and acrylic chainette yarn. It is soft and airy and has the most beautiful heather tones! This was the fact that won for me.
Update 05/09/2024: Unfortunately, this yarn is discontinued, I provide you with some alternatives below.
I loved that the color was not solid. You can pick one color for your crochet shawl and end up with a glimmering result. That is also why I chose such simple stitches and designs. The yarn does all the work for me!
You really can’t tell from my photos how beautiful this yarn is! I would definitely recommend it for making your shawl.
Are you ready to make your own Beginner Triangle Shawl? Let’s get making!
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Materials
Yarn: DK weight #3, approximately 750 yds (700 m)
Crochet hook: US K/6.50 mm
Scissors
Yarn needle
Yarn substitutes
All of the above are worsted weight yarns. Although the one I used was categorized as DK, it was a blow yarn which tend to have more thickness. Another great option, which is not so easily available, is the Drops Air, with many magnificent colors.
Gauge: 11 sts x 7 rows in dc
Final size: 38″ x 60″ (97 x 152 cm)
Abbreviations
MR: Magic Ring
dc: double crochet
ch(s): chain(s)
inc: increase
st(s): stitch(es)
ch3-space: chain 3 space
sk: skip
sl st: slip stitch
Notes
– All my patterns are written in Standard US terms.
Do you want to follow along with the video tutorial on YouTube?
Free crochet Beginner Triangle shawl pattern:
R1: MR, 3 dc, ch 3, 3 dc in ring, turn (6)
R2: ch 2, inc in first st, dc in next 2 st(s), (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in ch3-space, dc in next 2 st(s), inc in last st (12)
R3: ch 2, inc in first st, dc in each st until the ch3-space, (2 dc, ch 3, 2 dc) in ch3-space, dc in each st until one to last, inc in last st
R4-41: repeat row 3
This means you will have 6 more stitches in every new row and you will end up with 146 stitches total in row 41, without ever counting the ch3-space. Do not cut the yarn, continue with the trim.
Trim:
Ch 1, sk 3 st(s), 6 dc in next st, sk 2 st(s), * sl st, sk 2 st(s), 6 dc, sk 2 st(s) * repeat from * to * until you reach the ch3-space. Make 8 dc in the ch3-space, sk 2 st(s), and continue from * to * .
You will finish with a slip stitch in last stitch, ch 1 and sc evenly on the top of the shawl (the sides of the dc rows).
That’s it! You are done! Enjoy your new shawl.
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This looks fairly simple to me but I guess I am lost on the increase part it would be better if maybe there was a picture of that area so I can understand it better.
I am sorry, Janice, there isn’t one at the moment… -(
Janice……….Just put 2 DC in the first and last stitch 😀
YOU GOT THIS GIRL!!!!
Janice, after your turn and chain 2 you will have a spot where the chain 2 comes from. Increase would be to dc 2 into that same spot. Hope this helps!
Hi, are the stitches uk or us ones please?
Hello Tracy, all my crochet patterns are written in US terms.
How do I find the pattern?
About how many Skeins of yawn did this take? I know it’s been a while, but it’d be good to know how much to buy?
You will need 6 skeins of the Gazzal Nordic Lace.
Where do I find the pattern?
If I’m not using the yarn you mentioned, how much yarn do I need? In oz? Or yards?
You will click the link for the Hobium yarns blog to find the free pattern or you can purchase the pdf on Etsy or Ravelry. This link is on the menu. You will find all the info there. 😉
Hey there! Thanks for the awesome pattern. In case anyone else got stuck like I did, I wanted to mention that in the pattern where it says “you will end up with 146 stitches total in row 41,” I think it should say 246. I was super puzzled trying to figure out how to make 146 work but then realized that would only be like 20-something rows. When I finally did the math, I realized 246 is the 41st multiple of 6.
Hope that’s helpful – and thank you again! My mom is going to love her new shawl!
Yes, it was just a typo. Instead of writing 246 I wrote 146.
This is my first shawl and I live the ease of the pattern! I’m just changing it up a bit and adding 5 rows of hdc every 10 rows to have a bit of variety. I’m using Lion Brand Mandela Ombre Mantra Yarn, but still with a K hook. So far it’s absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for this pattern!
I have some beautiful yarn I’d like to use for a shawl but it is a chunky weight 5. Do you think this pattern would still work? TIA!
Yes, it would but you will end up with a larger and heavier shawl. You can stop at any time you like the size, though. Give it a try!
I am loving this pattern! I just finished row 40 so I wanted to look again at the scalloped edging. Is there a video for that part? The video for the main part of the shawl was so helpful 🙂
Hi Chelsea! No, I am sorry, I totally forgot to film the edging part. I am glad you found it helpful.
Hello! Thank you for the great pattern! I am just starting row 41 and so I wanted to look ahead to the scalloped edging. That part of the pattern was not included in the video tutorial, and I’m confused about the slip stitches – where do they go? If anyone has pointers or has done a video tutorial for that part I would be so grateful! 🙂
Ok, no worries, let’s go through this row together. You will skip the first 3 stitches and then make 6 dc in the next stitch. All of them in one stitch. You will then skip 2 stitches and make a slip stitch in the next stitch. Then again you skip 2 stitches, make 6 dc in the next stitch and skip two stitches. Finally you start all over again from the asterisk. Let me know if that’s better explained now.