Elegant Textured Triangular Shawl

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Finished Size:

Approximately 12" (30.5 cm) wide x 72" (183 cm) long after blocking.

Materials:

• Lightweight yarn (you will need approximately 400 yd (366 m) total, in at least two colors)
• US G-6/4 mm crochet hook (or any size needed to obtain desired drape)
• Yarn needle
• Locking stitch markers
• Blocking supplies (pins, blocking mat, and spray bottle)

Gauge:

Gauge is not critical for this project. Use a hook that is larger than recommended to achieve a pleasing drape.

Stitches Used:

• Chain (ch)
• Single crochet (sc)
• Double crochet (dc)
• Half double crochet (hdc)
• Treble crochet (tr)
• Slip stitch (sl st)
• Cluster stitch

Pattern:

1. Foundation Row: Ch 5, hdc in 3rd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, turn. (3 hdc)

2. Row 1: Ch 2, dc in each hdc across, turn.

3. Row 2: Ch 1, sc in first dc, *ch 2, skip next dc, sc in next dc; repeat from * across, ending with a sc in top of turning ch, turn.

4. Row 3: Ch 3, tr in first sc, *(ch 2, tr in ch-2 space) twice, ch 2, tr in next sc; repeat from * across, ending with a tr in top of turning ch, turn.

5. Repeat Rows 1-3 until shawl reaches desired length, alternating colors every 2 rows. Adjusting pattern every repeat for visual interest (optional).

6. Border: Ch 1, sc in each st around the shawl. Add a *ch 2, skip next st, sc in next st* pattern at intervals for added flair. Repeat until worked around.

7. Finishing: Fasten off, weave in ends, and block to dimensions using blocking supplies. 

Notes:

• Feel free to alternate colors as desired, and experiment with different stitch combinations!
• A video tutorial for some stitches may be beneficial if you're still mastering them.