Free Easy Crochet Triangle Shawl Pattern for Spring
I am so happy spring is almost here, and I am finally ready for some warmer weather! To celebrate the changing seasons, I wanted to share this easy crochet triangle shawl pattern with you for free.
This lightweight crochet wrap is incredibly versatile and looks beautiful worn as a classic shawl, a cozy triangle scarf, or even a breezy beach sarong. For this project, I experimented with a new yarn and absolutely fell in love with the colorway. The coastal pastel color combination beautifully mimics the ocean. (If you plan on using this exact yarn, keep in mind that it has a subtle, gorgeous shimmer to it!)
As long as you know how to single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc), and treble crochet (tr), this is the perfect project for you. It is a fantastic crochet pattern for all skill levels—especially beginners—offering a relaxing yet fun stitching experience.
Customizing Your Crochet Shawl
Because I plan on wearing mine as a beach sarong, I chose a lightweight yarn. However, this design is easily customizable! You can use any yarn weight of your choice. If you prefer cold-weather accessories, feel free to substitute a bulkier yarn in darker, autumnal, or wintry colors. No matter how you choose to style it, you will find yourself reaching for this perfect, all-season accessory over and over again.
How the Shawl is Constructed
This triangle shawl begins at the bottom point with a simple chain 3. From there, you will increase on each row until the wrap reaches your desired width. The sample shown in the picture measures approximately 52 inches across, making it the perfect width to wear multiple ways.
After completing the main body, you will finish the project by adding a pretty crochet border along both sides. This decorative border is designed to neatly hide all the beginning chain-4 spaces. I frequently use this border technique in my projects because it eliminates the large holes typically created by beginning chains and treble stitches. It adds a lovely, clean finishing touch that makes this design stand out from standard shawls!
If you are a beginner crocheter, don’t worry—I have included step-by-step pictures below to help guide you and make this free pattern as simple as possible.
Easy Triangle Spring Shawl Pattern Details
Skill Level
- Beginner +
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Any yarn of your choice. The sample pictured uses Caron Skinny Cakes in the color Smoke. For a 52-inch width, you will need approximately 615 yards of light-weight yarn.
- Crochet Hook: Size G (4.0 mm) hook, or size needed to obtain preference.
Pattern Gauge
- Note: Gauge is not critical for this project, but for reference: 17 single crochet = 4 inches.
DIRECTIONS:
Starting at the bottom point of the shawl: Ch 3
FOUNDATION ROW:
– Sc in the 2nd ch from hook, sc in the last ch. Turn. (2 sc)
BEGINNING ROWS:
1: Ch 1, 2 sc in each of the next 2 sc. Turn. (4 sc)
2: Ch 1, 2 sc in the first sc, 1 sc in each of the next 2 sc, 2 sc in the last sc. Turn. (6 sc)
3: Ch 4 (counts as the first tr now & throughout), dc in the very first sc (1 stitch increase now & throughout), dc in each of the next 4 sc, work 1 dc & 1 tr in the last sc (1 stitch increase now & throughout). Turn. (You will have the beginning ch 4, 6 dc & 1 tr)
4: Ch 4, dc in the first tr, dc in each of the next 6 dc, work 1 dc & 1 tr in the turning ch 4 space. Turn. (You will have the beginning ch 4, 8 dc & 1 tr)
5: Ch 4, dc in the first tr, dc in each dc across to the turning ch 4, work 1 dc & 1 tr in the turning ch 4 space. Turn. (You will have the beginning ch 4, 10 dc & 1 tr)
Repeat row 5 five more times. (You will have the beginning ch 4, 20 dc & 1 tr)
MAIN BODY ROWS:
1: Ch 4, 2 dc in the first tr (2 stitch increase now & throughout), dc in each of the next 9 dc, ch 2, skip the next 2 dc, dc in each of the next 9 dc, work 2 dc & 1 tr in the turning ch 4 space (2 stitch increase now & throughout). Turn.
2: Ch 4, 2 dc in the first tr, dc in each of the next 9 dc, ch 2, skip the next 2 dc, 2 dc in the next ch 2 space, ch 2, skip the next 2 dc, dc in each of the next 9 dc, work 2 dc & 1 tr in the turning ch 4 space. Turn.
3: Ch 4, 2 dc in the first tr, dc in each of the next 9 dc, ch 2, skip the next 2 dc, (2 dc in the next ch 2 space, ch 2) 2 times, skip the next 2 dc, dc in each of the next 9 dc, work 2 dc & 1 tr in the turning ch 4 space. Turn.
4: Ch 4, 2 dc in the first tr, dc in each of the next 9 dc, ch 2, skip the next 2 dc, (2 dc in the next ch 2 space, ch 2) 3 times, skip the next 2 dc, dc in each of the next 9 dc, work 2 dc & 1 tr in the turning ch 4 space. Turn.
5: Ch 4, 2 dc in the first tr, dc in each of the next 9 dc, ch 2, skip the next 2 dc, (2 dc in the next ch 2 space, ch 2) 4 times, skip the next 2 dc, dc in each of the next 9 dc, work 2 dc & 1 tr in the turning ch 4 space. Turn.
Repeat row 5 working the parentheses 1 more time each row. For example row 6 will be (2 dc in the next ch 2 space, ch 2) 5 times, row 7 will be (2 dc in the next ch 2 space, ch 2) 6 times, etc. You will have 1 more ch 2 space in each row. Continue until the piece measures about 52” wide or your desired width.
FINISHING ROW:
– Ch 3 (counts as the first dc), skip the first tr, dc in each of the next 11 dc, *work 1 dc in the next ch 2 space, dc in each of the next 2 dc; repeat from * across the whole mesh section ending last repeat 1 dc in the last ch 2 space, dc in each of the next 11 dc, dc in the turning ch 4 space. Do not turn.
Now you are going to work in all the turning chain 4 spaces & treble stitches along the 2 sides for the finishing border. This is optional and you can just leave the shawl as is without it if the holes don’t bother you. I personally like how it gives the shawl a nice finished look!
– Slip stitch in the first ch 4 space, ch 1 & work (1 sc, 2 dc, 1 sc) in the same ch 4 space, work (1 sc, 2 dc, 1 sc) in the space of the next tr, *work (1 sc, 2 dc, 1 sc) in the next ch 4 space, work (1 sc, 2 dc, 1 sc) in the space of the next tr; repeat from * until you reach the last 3 rows of single crochet at the bottom point, work 1 sc in each of the 3 rows of single crochet, work 1 sc in the bottom point, now working on the other side, work 1 sc in each of the first 3 rows of single crochet, **work (1 sc, 2 dc, 1 sc) in the next ch 4 space, work (1 sc, 2 dc, 1 sc) in the space of the next tr; repeat from ** all the way up the side and fasten off when you get to the top.
That’s it, you’re all done! I absolutely love the drape and bohemian look of this shawl, and I know it’s going to be a spring staple for me. I’m even planning to style it as a beach sarong (watch out for pictures on Instagram!). If you make one, please tag me so I can see your beautiful work! Happy crocheting, and I hope you love your new shawl!