Can you crochet a triangle shawl using a granny stitch? As a matter of fact, there is a plethora of free crochet patterns for a granny triangle shawl or wrap.
We’d like to share our free pattern for a triangle wrap using a classic granny stitch. Most importantly, its simplicity makes it a popular stitch for beginners.
Are you looking for more patterns for an easy shawl or wrap? Check out these free patterns:
- Easy Crochet Triangle Scarf
- Capri Summer Crochet Triangle Scarf – FREE CROCHET PATTERN
- How to Knit a Triangle Shawl for Beginners
What is a Granny Stitch?
The term granny stitch or granny cluster refers to three double crochet stitches worked into the same space. The granny square is a motive that consists of granny clusters.
In reality, there is a variety of patterns for granny squares. Consequently, by sewing them together, you can use them to make an afghan or blanket.
Where does the name granny square come from? As grandma got older and was no longer up to hard manual labor, she was the one to sit in an armchair and crochet the squares and then sew them together.
In like manner, you can crochet granny stitch as flat rows. Furthermore, you can crochet a triangle shawl using a granny stitch as well as a variety of accessories.
How to Crochet a Triangle Shawl Using a Granny Stitch
You can use a variety of techniques to crochet a triangle shawl. For example, you can start it from the middle and increase it in the middle to create a triangle.
As an illustration, check out this easy crochet shawl NEWSPRINT CROCHET GRANNY STITCH SHAWL by Make and Do Crew.
In contrast, we start at the bottom of the triangle and then increase it by adding additional clusters on the sides. As a result, it may be easier for beginners to understand and crochet a triangle shawl using a granny stitch.
What Yarn Can You Use to Crochet a Triangle Shawl?
As a matter of fact, you can use a variety of yarns, from fine to bulky. Just make sure you use the right hook to correspond with the weight of the yarn.
For our granny triangle crochet pattern, we are using a popular yarn that is widely available in craft stores and online – Woolike Yarn by Loops and Threads.
Most importantly, it is a generous skein for a modest price and comes in a variety of colors. As a result, you can create a crochet triangle shawl in your favorite color.
Abbreviations
ch – chain
ch-sp – chain space
sk – skip
st – stitch
dc – double crochet
tr- treble crochet
Materials
- Woolike™ Yarn by Loops & Threads® – 2 skeins in Rose
- Crochet Hook 2.75 mm (C)
- Scissors
- Tapestry Needle
Free Pattern for Triangle Shawl Using a Granny Stitch
Row 1
This easy shawl crochet pattern starts with a short ch 4. 2 dc into the first ch (first cluster of three dc).
Row 2
Ch 3, turn. 2 dc into the first stitch, sk 3 dc, ch 2, sk 3 dc, 3 dc into the last st.
Row 3
Ch 3, turn. 2 dc into the first stitch, sk 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc into ch-sp, ch 2, 3 dc into the last st.
Row 4 (and all other rows)
Repeat row 3 by crocheting *sk 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc into ch-sp, ch 2* into all ch-sp. You will always start with ch 3 and 2 dc into the first st of the row and finish with 3 dc into the last st of the row.
Note: if your triangle edge feels tight, you can use tr as your last stitch. For this reason, you can also try to make your last dc stitch lose.
Finally, to put the finishing touches on this easy shawl, you can add tassels to all three corners of the shawl. In general, it is an easy craft project that will take only minutes to accomplish.
In summary, you can see that this free pattern is easy to memorize after just a couple of rows. As a result, you can crochet it while listening to a book on tape or watching your favorite show.
