One of my favorite crochet projects to make is a crochet shawl. These are generally easy crochet patterns that use basic crochet stitches like double crochet, shell stitches and even the crochet granny square stitch. Or if you’re an intermediate or advanced crocheter, there are lots of options for shawl stitch patterns that use unique crochet stitches.
Learning how to crochet a shawl doesn’t have to be a scary endeavor. There is a wonderful variety of shawl crochet patterns for beginners like the crochet prayer shawl, the crochet triangle shawl, and the crochet virus shawl.
Crochet wraps and shawls are incredibly versatile and can be made in any shape or size. A shawl wrap can dress up and outfit and keep you warm and cozy on a winter night. Whether casual or dressy, there’s a free crochet pattern option below for any possible fashion need.
This list of 20 free crochet shawl patterns has plenty of choice for everyone, beginners and skilled crocheters alike. Grab your crochet hook and pick your next crochet pattern.
#1 Double Crochet All The Way Shawl Pattern
As the name already indicates, this beginner-friendly shawl pattern is made with double crochet stitches. It’s an easy crochet project without too much thinking and counting and is perfect to work on while traveling or watching Netflix. This quick and easy crochet shawl pattern looks great as is, or add some fringe or tassels to take it to the next level.
#2 First Triangle Shawl Crochet Pattern
My First Triangle Shawl is designed to really let the beauty of the yarn shine. This free crochet pattern for beginners will walk you through the basics of making and shaping a crochet triangle shawl. When you are done you will understand how to crochet a stitch increase and how often. You will be all prepped and ready to tackle a more complex mixed stitch crochet shawl once you’re done.
#3 Halo Crochet Shawl Pattern
This free crochet shawl pattern is a versatile fun and easy crochet pattern, written for DK weight yarn. Less than 500m of yarn will make this cozy warm shawl to wrap around your neck. It’s a beginner-friendly design, using basic crochet stitches to create an open lace pattern. A quick and easy crochet shawl to make, perfect for gifting!
#4 Heartland Boho Crochet Wrap Pattern
The Boho Crochet Wrap is a lightweight and summery crochet shawl pattern. It is the perfect wrap for those cooler nights or when you want to look stylish without heating up too much with its cotton bamboo blend. This granny square style crochet pattern for learning how to crochet a triangle.
#5 Shells Easy Crochet Shawl
Certain shawls are just for lounging, other shawls at definitely for special occasions. This Crochet Easy Shells Shawl is good enough to be worn during special events like weddings. Made using an elegant shell stitch. It’s started at the tip of the crochet triangle and fans outward the desired height is reached.
#6 At First Blush Crochet Shawl Pattern
This simple crochet pattern is much easier than it looks and makes a beautiful four-season shawl, wrap or crochet triangle scarf. This pattern follows a simple repeat of puff stitches and double crochet “V’s”. Once you understand the basic concept of the stitch pattern, you’ll have this pattern memorized enough to binge-watch your favorite show.
#7 Beginner Triangle Shawl Free Crochet Pattern
Handmade shawls can be trendy and stylish and there are so many crochet patterns out there that you might not know where to begin. Well, if you are a new crocheter you can start with this beginner-friendly crochet pattern!
#8 Wishing Well Crochet Wrap Pattern
This crochet wrap has everything! It’s got color, it’s got neutrals, it’s got easy crochet stitches, it’s a free pattern. This versatile wrap accessory is one of those crochet projects that takes a little getting used to at first. Then after about the 5th row you’re zooming along – isn’t that the BEST kind of crochet pattern?
#9 Crochet Shawl Scarf Free Pattern
This shawl scarf is perfect for that favorite weather. It’s the right size for throwing over your shoulders as a pseudo jacket or for squishing into a chunky crochet scarf. Its slight mesh texture is due to a really fun triangle crochet stitch. It will seem like a complicated stitch at first, but once you master it, it’s a total breeze. I also like it because it feels less monotonous than basic crochet stitches.
#10 Griffin Scarf Shawl Crochet Pattern
This crochet shawl scarf is made with Lion Brand Yarns Mandala in Griffin (hence its name), which is a DK weight, self-striping yarn. All of the colorwork is done which makes this a perfect crochet project for binge-watching your favorite TV shows. The best part about this yarn is that you won’t be left with a bunch of yarn ends to weave in!
