Looking for a lovely crochet pattern for a light and airy triangle shawl that’s perfect for spring? You’ll adore this free triangle shawl crochet pattern, the Hikari Shawl!

Crocheted using King Cole Finesse Cotton Silk DK yarn, this shawl is light and breathable, making it ideal for those warm, sunny days. The 2-row repeat makes it easy to memorize and creates a gorgeous lacy effect that’s sure to impress.

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This pattern is suitable for crocheters of all skill levels, from beginners to experts, and comes with step-by-step instructions and a helpful video to ensure your success. Plus, with the option to add three cute tassels, you can customize the shawl to your liking and give it a unique touch.

Whether you’re heading out for a picnic in the park or meeting friends for brunch, this shawl is the perfect accessory to complete your look. So why wait? Get started on this fantastic pattern today and start crocheting a beautiful triangle shawl that you’ll love to wear all season long!

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Free Triangle Shawl Crochet Pattern – Hikari Shawl

Below you’ll find the free pattern. I also filmed a video tutorial.

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Size

One Size: Approx. 76” wide by 30” tall.

Yarn

7 skeins King Cole Finesse Cotton Silk DK (77% cotton/23% Silk; 131yds/50g; Dk/3 weight)

Sample shown in Antique Lilac

Approximately 917 yards

Hook

H/5 mm hook (or hook to obtain gauge)

Additional Materials

Tassel maker (optional)

Abbreviations

Ch = chain

St(s) = stitch(es)

Sc = single crochet

Dc = double Crochet

CL = cluster

Notes
This shawl is worked from the bottom up increasing at the beginning and end of every row.

Crossed dc sts are worked in the ch-2 spaces on either side of the CL sts.

CL sts are worked in the space between the two dc of the crossed dc sts.

Numbers in parentheses at the end of each row are the stitch counts.

Gauge

Gauge is not critical for this project but the shawl should measure 2.5“ tall and 4“ wide after row 6.

Special Stitches

Crossed dc: Skip the next ch-2 space and CL, dc in the next ch-2 space, working in front of the dc just made dc in the skipped ch-2 space.

Crossed dc sts are worked in the ch-2 spaces on either side of the CL sts.

Cluster (CL): (Yarn over, insert hook in indicated space, pull up a loop) 3 times, yarn over, pull through all 7 loops on hook.

CL sts are worked in the space between the two dc of the crossed dc sts.

Instructions

Start by making three 3.5” tassels. Set aside.

Shawl Instructions

Ch 4

Row 1: Dc in the 4th ch from hook( skipped sts count as a dc), turn. (3 dc)

Row 2: Ch 1, (sc, ch 2, CL, ch 2, sc) in space between the 2 dc, turn. (2 sc, 1 CL)

Row 3: Ch 3 (counts as a dc from here on), 2 dc in first sc, crossed dc in the ch-2 spaces on either side of the CL st, 3 dc in the last sc, turn. (6 dc, 1 crossed dc)

Row 4: Ch 1, (sc, ch 2, CL) in the space between the first and second dc, ch 2, sc in the next dc, ch 2, CL in the space of the two dc of the next crossed dc, ch 2, sc in the next dc, ch 2, (CL, ch 2, sc) in the space between the last 2 dc, turn. (4 sc, 3 CL)

Row 5: Ch 3, 2 dc in the first sc, *crossed dc in the ch-2 spaces on either side of the CL st, dc in the next sc; repeat from * to the last sc 2 more dc in the last sc (for a total of 3 dc in the last sc), turn. (8 dc, 3 crossed dc)

Row 6: Ch 1, (sc, ch 2, CL) in the space between the first and second dc, ch 2, sc in the next dc, *ch 2, CL in the space of the two dc of the next crossed dc, ch 2, sc in the next dc; repeat from * until 2 dc remain, ch 2, (CL, ch 2, sc) in the space between the last 2 dc, turn. (6 sc, 5 CL)

At this point your piece should measure about 2.5“ tall and 4“ wide.

Repeat rows 5 and 6 for a total of 68 rows. Each repeat of row 5 will add 2 dc and 2 crossed dc. Each repeat of row 6 will add 2 sc and 2 CL. (68 sc, 67 CL)

Repeat row 5 one more time for a total of 69 rows. (72 dc, 67 crossed dc)

If you’d like to adjust the size of the shawl, repeat rows 5 and 6 as many times as you’d like ending on a repeat of row 6.

Fasten off.