Paw Print Top Down Triangle Shawl | Free Crochet Pattern

Paw Print Top Down Triangle Shawl | Free Crochet Pattern

This pattern is perfect for pet lovers and can be made with any weight yarn. In this video, I’ll guide you through each step of the top-down increasing technique to create a stunning shawl that’s both stylish and meaningful. You can download the pattern with a chart and detailed instructions from my website, making it easy to follow along and customize your shawl. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crocheter, this project is sure to delight and make a wonderful gift. Let’s get started on this paw-some crochet adventure together!

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Paw Print Triangular Shawl Crochet Tutorial | Top Down Increasing Pattern

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What you will need:

• 690 yds (630m) #2 sport weight yarn
• G/6 (4mm) crochet hook
• yarn needle
• scissors

Shown in:

Yonkey Monkey Bamboo Cotton Yarn; 70% bamboo / 30% cotton, #2 sport weight yarn; 230 yds (210m) per 1.75 oz (50g) ball; color Light Rose (3 balls).

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Gauge: 

16 sts / 6 rows = 4 in (10cm) in stitch pattern

Finished Size:

64 in (162.6cm) wide x 28 in (71.1cm) long, after blocking.

Stitch Guide: 

Chain (ch), slip stitch (slst), double crochet (dc),  single crochet (sc) and front post double crochet (fpdc).

Pattern notes: 

• Weave in loose ends as work progresses
• Turn work at the end of each row.
• Do not turn work at the end of each round.
• Have fun! Remember the point of being creative is to enjoy it!

Instructions:

Ch4, slst to 4th ch from hook to form ring.

Row 1: Ch3 (counts as dc), 9dc in ring, turn. – 10 dcs

Row 2: Ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc in same st, 2dc in ea st across, turn. – 20 sts

Row 3: Ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc in same st, 1dc in next st, *2dc in next st, 1dc in next st. Rep from * across, turn. – 30 sts

Row 4: Ch3 (counts as dc), 1dc in same st, ch3, 1dc in ea of next 14 sts, ch3, 1dc in ea of next 14 sts, ch3, 2dc in last st, turn. – 32 sts, 3 ch3 sps

Row 5: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, ch3, skip 1 sts, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 6: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 2sc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 7: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 9 sts, 1dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st, 1fpdc around the post of ea of the next 2 scs, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next ch1 sp, 1dc in ea of the next 9 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 8: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea st and ch1 sp across to next ch3 sp: (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 9: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (ch3, skip 2 sts, 1dc in ea of next 14 sts)x1, ch3, skip 2 sts, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 10: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 2sc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in ea of next 10 sts)x1, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 2sc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in net st, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 11: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 9 sts, (1dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st, 1fpdc around post of ea of next 2 scs, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next ch1 sp, 1dc in ea of next 10 sts)x1, 1dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st, 1fpdc around post of ea of next 2 scs, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 1dc in ea of next 9 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 12: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea st and ch1 sp across to next ch3 sp: (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Rep rows 9 – 12 for desired length.

Row 13: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (ch3, skip 2 sts, 1dc in ea of next 14 sts)x2, ch3, skip 2 sts, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 14: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 2sc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in ea of next 10 sts)x2, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 2sc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in net st, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 15: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 9 sts, (1dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st, 1fpdc around post of ea of next 2 scs, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next ch1 sp, 1dc in ea of next 10 sts)x2, 1dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st, 1fpdc around post of ea of next 2 scs, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 1dc in ea of next 9 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 16: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea st and ch1 sp across to next ch3 sp: (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 17: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (ch3, skip 2 sts, 1dc in ea of next 14 sts)x3, ch3, skip 2 sts, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 18: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 2sc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in next st, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in ea of next 10 sts)x3, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 2sc in next ch3 sp, 1dc in net st, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in ea of next 7 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 19: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea of next 9 sts, (1dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st, 1fpdc around post of ea of next 2 scs, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next ch1 sp, 1dc in ea of next 10 sts)x3, 1dc in next ch1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st, 1fpdc around post of ea of next 2 scs, ch1, skip 1 st, 1dc in next st, 1dc in ea of next 9 sts, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Row 20: Slst into first ch3 sp, ch3 (counts as dc), (1dc, ch3, 2dc) in same sp, *1dc in ea st and ch1 sp across to next ch3 sp: (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in next ch3 sp. Rep from * once more, turn.

Depending on the weight of yarn (gauge) you are crocheting, and your desired length, continue to repeat rows 9 – 12 for remainder of shawl.

Edging:

Row 1: Ch1 (counts as dc), 1dc in same st, 2dc in ea st across, turn.

Row 2: Ch1 (counts as dc), 1dc in ea st across, turn.

Rows 3 – 6: Rep row 2. Fasten off.

Finishing:

Weave in loose ends. Hand wash, block to finished measurements and allow to dry.

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