Aurora Triangular Shawl – Modern Crochet Pattern

Level

Beginner – Intermediate

Recommended material

• Thickness category: #2 Sport (thin) or #3 DK (medium).
• Suggested fibers:
  • Spring/summer: mercerized cotton, cotton-linen, bamboo (60–100% plant fibers).
  • Autumn/winter: lightweight merino, soft acrylic or wool/cotton blend (50–70% wool or acrylic).
• Needle: 3.5–4 mm for Sport · 4.5–5 mm for DK (choose a slightly larger size to promote drape).
• Scissors, yarn needle, measuring tape.

Indicative measures

• Total length: 150–160 cm
• Height (tip to top center): 70–75 cm

Points used

Chain (ch), Single crochet (sc), Double crochet (dc), Increase (inc: 2 sts in the same stitch), Slip stitch (sl st).

Structure

The shawl is crocheted from the bottom point to the ends, increasing on both sides in each row. The lace pattern is formed with blocks of 3 double crochet stitches and chains in the center.

Step-by-step pattern

• Start: Magic ring. Chain 3 (counts as 1 dc), 2 dc into the ring, chain 2 , 3 dc into the ring. Loosely close the ring and turn.
• Round 2: 3 ch (=1 dc), 2 dc in the first stitch (inc). 1 ch , 3 dc in the center space of 2 ch, 1 ch . 3 dc in the last stitch . Turn.
• Round 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in the first stitch . Repeat (ch 1, 3 dc) in each ch 1 space to the center. In the center, work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc . Continue with (ch 1, 3 dc) to the end; finish with ch 1, 3 dc in the last stitch . Turn.
• Repetition: Repeat Round 3 until you reach the desired size (approx. 150–160 cm long).

Final border (optional)

For a professional finish, work 1 round of single crochet around the entire edge. At the corners (point and top center), work 3 single crochet together to maintain the shape. For a more decorative finish, work 1 single crochet, 1 chain stitch, 1 single crochet in each space.

Tips

• Use a needle slightly larger than indicated on the label to encourage the needle to fall out.
• Lock with gentle steam at the end to open the cutout and set the shape.
• It looks beautiful in gradients or by combining 2 natural tones.
• Add tassels or fringe to the ends for a boho touch.

Result

A lightweight, modern, and highly versatile shawl. The Aurora Shawl is the perfect base to personalize with your favorite seasonal fibers.