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Easiest Crochet Triangle Shawl for Beginners | Tidal Treasures Free Crochet Shawl Pattern
May
If you’ve ever wanted a crochet shawl that’s truly easy to make and beautiful enough to wear everywhere, this is it.
The Tidal Treasures Shawl is a lightweight, beginner-friendly crochet shawl inspired by soft sea glass colors, coastal textures, and tiny shoreline treasures collected over time.
Designed with a simple one-row repeat and relaxing rhythm, this is the kind of project you can pick up at the end of a long day and truly enjoy making. The open stitch pattern creates beautiful drape while gradient yarns, beads, and optional seaside-inspired charms add an elevated handmade feel.
Inspired by the quiet coastal atmosphere of The Sea Glass Journal, this shawl feels soft, airy, wearable, and just a little magical — like sunlight on water and treasures gathered along the shore.
Over the years, I’ve taught many absolute beginners how to crochet using simple increasing granny stitch patterns like this one.
I still remember sitting courtside at my son’s tennis lessons years ago while working on crochet designs. Another mom nearby became completely mesmerized watching my hands move with the yarn and hook. She asked if I would teach her to crochet, even though she had never held yarn before in her life.
That afternoon, I taught her the basics of the granny stitch.
The following week, she came back proudly carrying a granny square so large it could nearly cover a queen-sized bed.
That’s the magic of simple crochet patterns like this. Once the rhythm clicks, it becomes relaxing, meditative, and almost impossible to put down.
And that’s exactly the feeling I wanted to capture in the Tidal Treasures Shawl.
Whether you’re brand new to crochet or simply looking for a relaxing project that creates something effortlessly beautiful, this may become your new favorite shawl pattern.
Why You’ll Love The Easiest Crochet Shawl Pattern
- Beginner-friendly stitches
- Simple, repetitive rhythm (perfect for relaxing)
- Top-down construction (no seaming!)
- Works beautifully with gradient yarns
- Easy to customize with size, color, or embellishments
It’s the kind of project you can work on while watching TV, listening to a podcast, or winding down after a long day.
A Sea Glass–Inspired Free Crochet Pattern
I wanted this pattern to evoke storytelling and texture—something that feels like a walk along the shore.
Inspired by the quiet, coastal details in The Sea Glass Journal, the Tidal Treasures free crochet shawl pattern includes charm details along the edging—like tiny treasures collected over time.
Soft, layered, and a little unexpected… just like sea glass itself.
If you love crochet that connects to story, mood, and memory, this version adds a subtle but meaningful twist to a classic design.
Materials
You can customize this shawl easily depending on your preferences and what you have on hand.
Yarn:
1,000 yds #1 fingering weight yarn, actual yarn used here
Notions:
Finished size: 80 in (203.2cm) wide x 36 in (91.4cm) long
Gauge: 16 sts / 8 rows = 4 in (10cm) in pattern, after blocking. But gauge is not critical for this project as it is a top down increasing shawl. You can work in the pattern repeat for your desired size, with any weight yarn at any gauge.
Stitch Guide:
- chain (ch)
- double crochet (dc)
- single crochet (sc)
- slip stitch (slst)
- Chain 3 picot (ch3 picot): Ch3, sc in last stitch worked.
- Beaded ch3 picot (ch1, slide bead up to working loop on hook, ch1 snugly, ch1 again snugly, sc in top of last stitch worked)
Optional (for charm version):
- Small charms or beads, actual beads and charms used
- Jump rings
- Jewelry pliers or small hook/needle for attaching
Here are some suggested size recommendations for top down triangular shawls:
Suggested Shawl sizes:
Kerchief: 36 in (91cm) wide x 18 in (46cm) long
Shawlette: 24 in (61cm) – 30 in (76cm) wide x 48 in (122cm) to 60 in (152cm) wide
Full sized shawl: 36 in (91cm) – 40 in (102cm) long x 72 in (183cm) to 80 in (203cm) wide
Use the chart below to gain yardage estimates for making shawls in any weight yarn!
Shawl yardage estimates based on yarn weight:
Tidal Treasures Crochet Pattern Overview
- Skill Level: Beginner
- Construction: Top-down triangle shawl
- Stitches Used: chain (ch), double crochet (dc), slip stitch (slst) and single crochet (sc).
- Chain 3 picot (ch3 picot): Ch3, sc in 3rd ch from hook.
- Customization: Easily adjustable for size, gauge and/or yarn weight.
This shawl is worked from the top center outward, increasing each row to create a classic triangular shape.
The simplicity of the stitch pattern makes it ideal for beginners, while the finished piece looks polished and elegant enough for everyday wear.
How to Crochet The Easiest Crochet Shawl
Instructions:
Ch5, slst to 5th ch from hook to form ring.
Set up Row: Ch3 (counts as dc), 2dc in ring, ch1, 3dc in ring, ch3, 3dc in ring, ch1, 3dc in ring, turn. — 12 dcs, 2 ch1 sps, 1 ch3 sp
Row 1: Ch6 (counts as first dc, ch3), 3dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp, ch1, 3dc in next ch1 sp, ch3, dc in last st, turn.
Row 2: Ch6 (counts as first dc, ch3), (3dc in next ch sp, ch1)x2, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp, (ch1, 3dc in next ch sp)x2, ch3, dc in last st, turn.
Row 3: Ch6 (counts as first dc, ch3), (3dc in next ch sp, ch1)x3, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp, (ch1, 3dc in next ch sp)x3, ch3, dc in last st, turn.
Row 4: Ch6 (counts as first dc, ch3), (3dc in next ch sp, ch1)x4, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp, (ch1, 3dc in next ch sp)x4, ch3, dc in last st, turn.
Row 5: Ch6 (counts as first dc, ch3), (3dc in next ch sp, ch1)x5, (3dc, ch3, 3dc) in next ch3 sp, (ch1, 3dc in next ch sp)x5, ch3, dc in last st, turn.
Note: Rep row 2 for desired length, making sure that you are adding one to the repeats in bold on each additional row.
Rows 6 – 52: Continue in established pattern, repeating row 2. Turn work after each row.
Note: If you are adding beads, fasten off at the end of hte last row. If you are not adding beads, do not fasten off at the end of the last row.
Edging:
Note: Beads are added to every other picot for a lighter, more delicate embellishment effect. Feel free to customize the spacing or add beads to every picot if desired.
Set up: At the end of your final row, count the number of 3dc sections across the shawl and add 3 for the corner ch3 spaces. This is the number of beads and charms you will need to string onto your yarn before crocheting the edging.
Row 1: Slst into first ch3 sp, (ch3, dc, beaded ch3 picot, ch3, slst) in same sp, *ch1, slst in next dc, ch3, dc in next dc, ch3 picot, ch3, slst in next dc, ch1, slst in next dc, ch3, dc in next dc, beaded ch3 picot, ch3, slst in next dc*. Rep from * to * across to next ch3 sp: (ch1, slst, ch3, dc, beaded ch3 picot, ch3, slst) in ch3 sp. Rep from * to * across to last ch3 sp: (ch1, slst, ch3, dc, beaded ch3 picot, ch3, slst) in ch3 sp. Fasten off.
The Tidal Treasures Easiest Crochet Triangle Shawl Pattern Free is such a popular request and this beautiful crochet shawl does not disappoint! It is such a relaxing zen project with a one-row repeat that is beginner friendly.
Finishing:
Weave in loose ends. Hand wash, block to finished measurements and allow to dry.
✨ Optional Upgrade: Adding Charms to Your Tidal Treasures Easiest Crochet Shawl
This is where the magic happens.
In the free crochet pattern and video I show you how to string the beads and charms onto the yarn to crochet them into the edging. But, if you wanted to add small charms along the edging after the fact, here is how to do that to give the shawl a subtle coastal feel—like little pieces of sea glass or treasures found along the shore.
How to Add Charms
- Add charms in the center chain of the ch3 picot (see video for step by step tutorial).
- Use jump rings to attach them evenly along the edge.
- Space them in every picot or place them organically for a more natural look.
There’s no “perfect” placement—this is about personal expression.
You can choose:
- Delicate and minimal
- Playful and bold
- Or skip them entirely for a classic look
- Charms can all match or be assorted. There is no wrong combination!
👉 This step is completely optional—but it’s a beautiful way to make your shawl feel one-of-a-kind.
Styling Your Crochet Shawl
This lightweight, versatile shawl can be worn in so many ways:
- Draped over the shoulders for a soft, elegant look
- Wrapped like a scarf for everyday wear
- Styled at the beach for a breezy, coastal vibe
The charm detail adds just enough texture and movement to catch the light—and a little attention.
Photos of the Tidal Treasures Easiest Crochet Shawl Pattern
The Beauty of Simple Crochet
Simple projects don’t have to be boring.
Sometimes the easiest patterns are the ones we come back to again and again—because they feel good to make, and even better to wear.
The Tidal Treasures Crochet Shawl is a reminder that even a small detail—like adding a few charms—can transform something simple into something truly special.
💙 Want More Coastal-Inspired Creativity?
If you love crochet, storytelling, and creative living inspired by the coast, you might enjoy The Sea Glass Journal.
It’s a story about second chances, creativity, and finding your way back to yourself—woven together with the same inspiration behind many of my patterns, recipes, and designs.
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How Would You Style Your Tidal Treasures Crochet Shawl?
Would you add charms to your shawl—or keep it classic?
Let me know in the comments. I’d love to hear how you’d make this project your own.
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