Tweed V-Stitch Triangle Scarf Free Crochet Pattern
Tweed V-Stitch Triangle Scarf Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
This triangular scarf is a wonderful project for anyone who has mastered the basic stitches and is ready to work a little openwork. Worked from the top down in a simple v-stitch, it grows steadily into a generous, straight-sided triangle that drapes beautifully across the shoulders. The chocolate and caramel tweed wool gives it a warm, classic, preppy look, with alternating stripes that ripple outward like concentric waves. It is light enough to wear indoors but cozy enough for a chilly walk, and the single crochet edging keeps the whole piece neat and polished.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight (CYC #4) tweed wool, approx 400 yds total: Chocolate (A) 220 yds, Caramel (B) 180 yds.
- Hook: 5.5 mm (I-9) crochet hook.
- Notions: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, scissors, stitch markers (optional), blocking mats and pins.
- Finished size: Approx 60 inches (152 cm) wingspan x 30 inches (76 cm) depth at center.
Abbreviations
- ch – chain
- dc – double crochet
- sc – single crochet
- sl st – slip stitch
- sp – space
- sps – spaces
- RS – right side
- rep – repeat
Gauge
4 v-stitches and 6 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in pattern. To check, work a small swatch in pattern and measure a 4-inch section; adjust your hook size if needed to match.
Tips Before You Start
- Count your ch-1 spaces at the end of every increase row; each increase row adds one v-stitch at each end, so the count should grow by two dc and two ch-1 sps.
- Keep your turning chain (ch 4) consistent in tension so the side edges stay straight and even.
- Change colors at the end of the last row of a band, working the final yarn over of the last dc with the new color for a clean stripe.
- The open mesh stretches, so trust the gauge and block firmly at the end to reach the finished measurements.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Shawl
With A, ch 4, join with sl st to form ring.
Row 1: Ch 4 (counts as first dc + ch 1), [dc, ch 1, dc, ch 1, dc] in ring, turn. (3 dc, 2 ch-1 sps)
Row 2: Ch 4, dc in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, dc in same sp, ch 1, dc in next ch-1 sp, ch 1, dc in same sp, ch 1, dc in last ch-1 sp, ch 1, dc in same sp, turn. (6 dc, 5 ch-1 sps)
Row 3: Ch 4, dc in first ch-1 sp, *ch 1, dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * across, turn. (6 dc, 5 ch-1 sps)
Row 4: Ch 4, dc in first ch-1 sp, ch 1, dc in same sp, *ch 1, dc in next ch-1 sp; rep from * to last ch-1 sp, ch 1, dc in last ch-1 sp, ch 1, dc in same sp, turn. (8 dc, 7 ch-1 sps)
Rows 5-6: Rep Row 3. (8 dc, 7 ch-1 sps)
Change to B.
Rows 7-12: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (12 dc, 11 ch-1 sps)
Change to A.
Rows 13-18: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (16 dc, 15 ch-1 sps)
Change to B.
Rows 19-24: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (20 dc, 19 ch-1 sps)
Change to A.
Rows 25-30: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (24 dc, 23 ch-1 sps)
Change to B.
Rows 31-36: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (28 dc, 27 ch-1 sps)
Change to A.
Rows 37-42: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (32 dc, 31 ch-1 sps)
Change to B.
Rows 43-48: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (36 dc, 35 ch-1 sps)
Change to A.
Rows 49-54: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (40 dc, 39 ch-1 sps)
Change to B.
Rows 55-60: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (44 dc, 43 ch-1 sps)
Change to A.
Rows 61-66: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (48 dc, 47 ch-1 sps)
Change to B.
Rows 67-72: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (52 dc, 51 ch-1 sps)
Change to A.
Rows 73-78: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (56 dc, 55 ch-1 sps)
Change to B.
Rows 79-84: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (60 dc, 59 ch-1 sps)
Change to A.
Rows 85-90: Rep Rows 4-6 twice. (64 dc, 63 ch-1 sps)
Fasten off.
Edging
With RS facing, join B with sl st in top right corner.
Rnd 1: Ch 1, sc evenly around entire perimeter, working 3 sc in each corner, join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off. Weave in ends. Block to measurements.
Assembly and Finishing
This scarf is worked in one piece, so no seaming is required. Weave in all ends neatly on the wrong side, threading each tail through a few stitches to secure it. Block the scarf to the finished measurements (60 inches wingspan x 30 inches depth), pinning the corners and edges straight and allowing it to dry fully. A gentle steam or wet block will open up the v-stitch mesh and even out the stripes.
Pro Tips and Variations
- For a lighter summer version, substitute a cotton or cotton-blend worsted yarn and keep the same hook size.
- Add a little extra length by repeating the final increase band once more before the edging.
- Try a contrasting edging color, such as a deep cream, for a bolder preppy finish.
