Wrap yourself up in the warmth and charm of a handmade crochet triangle shawl. This delightful project invites crocheters of all levels to create something truly beautiful and practical. With just yarn and a hook, you'll craft an crochet accessory that not only elevates your wardrobe but also offers a cozy embrace on cooler days.
How To Crochet Triangle Shawl
Materials Needed:
- Yarn: ~700 yards of worsted weight yarn. The example uses Amigo XL from Hobby, which is 100% acrylic.
- Crochet Hook: I9
- Other Tools: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors.
Starting Your Shawl
Magic Ring:
- Loop yarn twice around your first two fingers with the loose end towards the right, then rotate your fingers to grab both ends.
- Insert the crochet hook into the loop, grab the inner strand, and pull through to make a magic loop.
- Chain 3 (counts as your first double crochet).
Row 1:
- Inside the magic loop, work 4 double crochets, chain 2, and then 4 more double crochets. This creates a small triangle foundation with a chain space in the corner.
Row 2:
- Chain 3 (counts as the first double crochet and the first increase).
- Double crochet in each stitch to the middle chain space.
- In the center chain space, work 2 double crochets, chain 2, and 2 more double crochets to form the peak of the triangle.
- Double crochet in each stitch to the end, placing the last double crochet in the top of the chain-3 from the previous row.
- You should have increased by 3 stitches on each side.
For Row 3 (Creating Eyelets):
- Chain 3 (first double crochet and increase).
- Double crochet in the first stitch, chain 2, skip 2 stitches, double crochet in the next 2 stitches. Repeat to create the eyelet pattern across to the center.
- In the center chain space, work 2 double crochets, chain 2, and 2 more double crochets.
- Repeat the eyelet pattern on the other side, ending with 2 double crochets in the last stitch.
Row 4:
- Chain 3 (first increase), then double crochet in each stitch and in each chain space across to the center.
- In the center chain space, work 2 double crochets, chain 2, and 2 more double crochets.
- Double crochet in each stitch and in each chain space to the end, working two double crochets in the last stitch.
Repeat Rows 2 - 5:
- Continue the pattern by repeating rows 2 through 5 nine more times or until your shawl reaches the desired size.
- Remember to work increases at each end and center of every row to maintain the triangle shape.
Finishing:
- Fasten off and weave in all loose ends.
- Wet or steam block the shawl according to the pattern specifications for a better drape.
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