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If you’re looking for a beginner crochet shawl pattern that is simple, lightweight, and perfect for warm weather, you’re going to love this design. This easy crochet shawl is worked from the top down in one piece and uses basic stitches, making it ideal for beginners who want to build confidence while creating something beautiful and wearable.

Made with Ice Yarns Fettucia Fine, this lightweight crochet shawl has a soft, fluffy texture that feels luxurious without being heavy. It’s breathable enough for summer evenings yet cozy enough to drape over your shoulders when there’s a slight chill.

Beginner Crochet Shawl Pattern

Why This Is the Perfect Beginner Crochet Shawl Pattern

This shawl is designed with simplicity in mind. If you know how to make:

  • Double crochet

  • Slip stitch

  • Chains

  • V-stitches

Then you can easily complete this project.

Because it uses a repetitive stitch pattern, it’s an excellent project for crocheters who are new to garment-style accessories like shawls and wraps. The repetition helps you relax into the rhythm of the pattern, making it both enjoyable and stress-free.

The construction is worked top-down, which means:

  • You begin at the center neck.

  • The shawl gradually increases outward.

  • You can easily customize the size by adding more repeats.

This style of construction is perfect for beginners because you can see your project grow with each row.

Check out other Triangle Shawls:

Cecilia Granny Shawl

Maggie Crochet Shawl

Cool Spring Shawl

About the Yarn – Ice Yarns Fettucia Fine

This was my first time using Ice Yarns Fettucia Fine, and I can honestly say I was pleasantly surprised.

At first glance—and even by feel—you might think it’s cotton. However, it’s actually acrylic. That makes it:

  • Lightweight

  • Soft and fluffy

  • Easy to care for

  • Budget-friendly

One of the best features of this yarn is how easy it is to work with. There’s no splitting, which is especially helpful for beginners. And if you need to frog (undo) your work, it pulls out smoothly without snagging.

For a summer crochet shawl pattern, choosing a breathable acrylic like this is ideal. It gives you drape without heaviness, making it comfortable even in warmer weather.

Materials

Fettuccia Fine White Cream weight 2 (fine) 100% Acrylic 50 g/1.76 oz, 740 yds/670 m

Hook size: US H/8 (5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge

Scissors

Tapestry needle: 1

1 stitch marker

Tape measure

Skill Level

Intermediate

Gauge

18 sts x 12 rows= 4″ (10 cm)

Finished Measurements

64″ x 24″=4″ (10 cm)

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Abbreviations

Ch-chain

Dc- double crochet

St-stitch

sl st- slip stitch

Ch-sp – chain space

Ch-4 loop- chain 4 loop

V-st- dc, ch 2, dc in same st or space

Special Technique

Adjustable Loop Ring-Holding yarn a few inches from end, wrap around 2 fingers. Do not remove the wrap from fingers, insert hook into the wrap and draw up a loop of working yarn. Chain one stitch to secure loop and remove from fingers. Ch 2 more (count as one dc to make ch 3). Work 6 dc sts and then pull the hanging yarn to tighten the ring

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Beginner Crochet Shawl Pattern Instructions

Row 1: Make an adjustable loop ring (7)

Row 2: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1st st, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 3 dc in next dc, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts, 3 dc in the last st, turn (13 sts)

Row 3: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1st st, 1 dc in each of next 5 sts, 3 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 5 sts, 3 dc in the last st, turn (19)

Row 4: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1 st st, 1 dc in each in next 8 sts, 3 dc in next st, 1 dc in each of next 8 sts, 3 dc in last st, turn (25)

Row 5: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1st st, * ch 1, sk 1, dc in next st* rep from * 4 times, ch 1, sk 1, V-st, rep * 5 more times, ch 1, 3 dc in last st, turn,(31 sts)

Rows 6: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1st st, dc in each st and each ch-sp of next 14 sts, 3 dc in ch-2 sp, dc in each st and each ch-sp to last st, 3 dc in last st, turn (38 sts)

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Row 7: Ch 3, 2 d in 1st st, *ch 4, sk 2, sc in next st* rep * (4, 10, 16, 22, 28, 34, 40 ,46, 52) times, ch 4, V-st in mid dc, rep *(5, 11, 17, 23, 29, 35, 41, 47, 53) more times, ch 4, 3 dc in last st, turn (68, 103, 138, 173,, 208, 243, 278, 313, 348)

Row 8: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1st st, *ch 4, sc in next ch-4 loop* rep * 5, 11, 17, 23, 29, 35, 41, 47, 47, 53) times, ch 4, V-st in the ch of V-st, rep * (6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54) times, ch 4, s dc in last st, turn (78, 113, 148, 183, 218, 253, 288, 323, 358)sc on puff st, sc in ch-sp* Repeat from * to end, turn

‍Row 9: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1st st, *ch 4, sc in next ch-4 loop, *(6, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48, 54) times, ch 4, V-st in the ch of V-st, rep * (7, 13, 19, 25, 31, 37, 43, 49, 55) times, ch 4, 3 dc in last st, turn (88, 123, 158, 193, 228, 253, 298, 333, 368)

Row 10: Ch3, 2 dc in 1st st, 1 dc in each of next 2 sts * 3 dc in ch-4 loop* rep *(7, 13, 19, 25, 31, 37, 43, 49, 55) times, 3 dc in ch of V-st, rep *(8, 14, 20, 26, 32, 38, 44, 50, 56) times, 1 dc each in next 2 sts, 3 dc in last st, turn (61, 96, 131, 166, 201, 236, 271, 306, 341)

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Rows 11: RCh 3, 2 dc in 1st st, 1 dc in next st, *ch 1, sk 1, 1 dc each in next 2 sts *rep * (8, 14, 20, 26, 32, 38, 44, 50, 56) times, ch 1, sk 1, 3dc in center dc, rep *(9, 15, 21, 27, 33, 39, 45, 51, 57) more times, ch 1, sk 1, 1 dc in next st, 3 dc in last st, turn (67, 102, 137, 172, 207, 242, 277, 312, 347)

Rows 12: Ch 3, 2 dc in 1st st, dc in each dc and ch-1 sp to center 3 dc, 3 dc in center st, dc in each dc and ch-1 sp to last st, 3 dc in last st, turn (73, 108, 143, 178, 213, 248, 283, 318, 353)

Repeat rows 7-12 for the patter while keeping the increase on both sides and the middle, incorporating the incremental stitches in the pattern until it measures 62″ wide by 24″ long or desired length. Fasten off and weave in the ends.

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Start by making the band first with single crochet stitches in the back loop only. Make 96 rows.

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Tassels (Make 3)

Wind yarn around cardboard about the length you want (I used 4″ board) of fingers 20 times. Cut in half.

Tie the middle of the tassel with yarn long enough (about 30″ long) so that there are some hanging (will be used to tie the project)

Tie another yarn (about 1″ down) around the top of the tassel

Use a tapestry needle to weave in the ends so that they will blend with the rest of the yarn in the tassel.

Trim the ends of the tassel so that they are even.

Attach the tassels to both ends and the middle by tying them with the hanging yarn from tying the tassel together. (Hanging tassel is about 4″ long)

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