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Celebrate the craftsmanship and uncover the beauty of crochet with stunning free crochet shawl patterns. Our library will be your guide to a variety of shawl patterns and will help you find your next project! Having such a versatile accessory in your closet is a must, and once you try it, you won’t stop on one. Beautiful, but practical, shawls provide warmth and a layer of elegance to any outfit.
From airy lightweight shawls for summer to cozy winter designs, crochet shawls are a way to showcase a personal style. Our range of free crochet patterns will help you create a piece that is uniquely yours in terms of color, design, and details. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crocheter, get ready for an exciting project!
Shawls come in an array of shapes, sizes, and styles, each suited for different occasions. While cozy scarves and wraps take care of your warmth level during the winter, crochet shawls will accompany you all year round. Use it as a delicate cover during the summer, or wrap it around your neck if the weather gets chilly.
If you like these projects, check out our libraries of Scarf and Wrap patterns, free Hat and Beanie patterns, or beautiful ideas for cozy Gloves and Mittens.
So, you need a shawl. Which one to choose, though… there are so many patterns out there. Consider the Pop-Up Shawl pattern by Wilma Westenberg. It’s a lovely medium-sized shoulder wrap with a very attractive grey-scale gradient. It’s a triangular shawl, which means that it drapes nicely down the back and has a beautiful finishing...
Lacy and airy, this crochet crescent shawl will add an elegant touch to your warm-wheather outifts!
Create a beautiful and airy crochet shawl perfect for summer evenings or a stylish stroll. Easy to make and perfect as a shoulder wrap!
Stay cozy and stylish this season with a fabulously looking shawl! Make this accessory using the mosaic crochet technique for a stunning effect.
Cover up in style with this lightweight crochet shawl. Check out the free pattern to craft a stunning accessory for spring and summer.
Stay cozy on stormy days with the beautiful crochet wrap. Perfect for chilly summer nights or autumn days.
Create a colorful wardrobe accessory using yarn scraps. This crochet project is perfect for those who love the hippy-trippy style!
Create a beautiful crochet shawl with a cute pom-pom border. Perfect for spring outings or summer evenings!
Make a statement with this elegant crochet shawl design. It's perfect for casual and formal settings alike!
Stay cozy and stylish with this triangle crochet shawl. Perfect for transitional weather, this wrap will be a great addition to your wardrobe!
Get ready for spring and summer with this crocheted shawl. This beautiful and light shoulder wrap is perfect for cool evenings.
Get your hands on this stunning shawl pattern! It features an intresting geometric design and a beautiful color gradient.
Create your own masterpiece with a gorgeous shell-stitched shawl pattern!
Step up your fashion game with this crochet cape with a hood! Perfect for dressing up or down, it's a statement piece you'll love.
Add a touch of chic to your wardrobe with this stylish Tunisian crochet shawl!
This lace crochet shawl is a masterpiece you'll be proud to wear!
Add a touch of elegance to your fall wardrobe with a wonderful crochet shawl design.
Fall in love with the warm, vibrant colors and open-stitched texture of this elegant crochet shawl.
Add a touch of elegance to your wardrobe with a lace crochet shawl!
Make an outstanding, lightweight shawl perfect for any occasion!
Enhance your style with a beautifully stitched crochet shawl!
The Morning Tide Shawl crochet pattern by CrochetDreamz is a stunning design that suits any occasion. Using Cascade Yarns in worsted weight and a 5.0 mm crochet hook, this item features a beautiful lacy stitch, creating a elegant look. Measuring 76 inches long and 18 inches wide, the Morning Tide Shawl is the perfect accessory...
The Devon Sideways Shawl crochet pattern by Clare M is perfect for beginners looking to create a stylish and cozy accessory. This shawl uses Cascade Yarns worsted weight yarn and a 5.5 mm hook, making it easy to work up quickly. The finished shawl measures approximately 18.5 x 66 inches, providing ample warmth and style....
We’ve got a perfect piece for you to wear this summer! The Free Spirit Ruana/Kimono by Crystal White-Van Cleemput is a versatile garment ready to accompany you throughout the warm-weather season. It has a mesh-like texture that will keep you cool but also give you that perfect bit of warmth whenever you wear it. Work...
The Ruffled Waters Shawl crochet pattern by Arunima Goel is a beautiful accessory for any wardrobe. Stitched with Scheepjes Whirl yarn, resulting in stunning color changes, the shawl is made with fingering weight yarn and a 5.5 mm crochet hook. The simple Tunisian crochet pattern uses alternating Mori Lace Pattern and Tunisian Knit Stitch bands...
The Klaziena Shawl crochet pattern by Kirsten Bishop is perfect for every woman looking to add a sophisticated touch to their closet. For crafting this piece, you can use Scheepjes Whirl fingering yarn with beautiful gradient colors of your choice. Using a 3.5 mm hook, this pattern allows you to create a stunning piece that...
Spruce up your wardrobe with the Golden Harvest Shawl crochet pattern by Angel Koychev. This intermediate-level project perfectly captures autumn’s golden hues, creating a piece that radiates warmth and elegance. Crafted using Hobbii Friends Cotton 8/4 and a 3.5 mm hook, this shawl showcases intricate post stitches that add depth and texture, making it a...
Elevate your wardrobe with the Charmed Harmony Shawl crochet pattern by Angel Koychev. It’s a beautifully designed accessory that blends elegance with charm. This intermediate crochet pattern is perfect for those who have a grasp of basic techniques and are ready to delve into more intricate designs. Using the filet crochet method, this shawl features...
The Charlana Blanket Shawl crochet pattern by Lisa Gentry is an excellent choice for anyone eager to craft a stylish and snug accessory. This intermediate-level project uses worsted weight and a 6.5 mm hook, ensuring a cozy outcome. The shawl’s ample size allows it to double as a blanket, perfect for snuggling on cold days...
The Romany Shawl crochet pattern by Sarah-Jayne Fragola captures both elegance and simplicity, making it an ideal project for beginners. It is accompanied by a comprehensive step-by-step guide and a video tutorial, ensuring a smooth crafting experience. For this shawl, use a 5 mm crochet hook and Hobbii Metallico worsted-weight yarn that features a metallic...
Crochet shawls are incredibly versatile and you can wear them in multiple ways. Consider draping it over the shoulders, wrapping it around the neck, tying it in front, or even wearing smaller ones as a headscarf.
The most popular type of crochet shawl is definitely a triangle shawl. Depending on the pattern, it can be solid, textured, or lacy. Many projects use only basic stitches and are quite easy for beginners to make. A granny stripe shawl would be a great example – worked from the top center outward with increases along each edge. More advanced options use more complex techniques, such as post stitches, bobbles, or mixed stitches.
If you’re not into triangle shawls, consider making other shapes, such as semi-circular or crescent. These versions drape differently but still provide long narrow ends to wrap or tie around the neck.
The world of crochet is exploding with stunning triangle shawl patterns, partially thanks to the massive variety of yarns available. Ombre and multicolored yarns especially fed this trend, as they come in beautiful cakes of 1000m or more of yarn in one continuous strand. It means no knots and no ends to weave in!
When it comes to the fiber content, you have a wide choice, but every yarn type will affect the appearance and feel of your shawl. The most popular yarn choices are:
If you can, make a swatch of each yarn type to see which suits your project best. When following someone else’s pattern, stick to the type the designer recommends.
Let’s answer some frequently asked questions.
Sure, many shawl patterns are perfect for beginners. Simple triangle shawls with a small variety of stitches will be a great starting point.
Cotton, bamboo, linen, or silk yarns are great for summer shawls because they are lightweight and breathable. They also drape beautifully.
The time varies based on the pattern, yarn weight, and your crocheting speed. Simple patterns with chunky yarn may take only a few hours, while intricate lace shawls with finer yarn can take days or even weeks.
Yes! Most shawl patterns can be adjusted by adding or reducing rows or stitches. Be mindful of yarn requirements, as a larger shawl will need more yarn.
