Crochet del Mar Shawl Pattern

‘Crochet del Mar’ is an asymmetric triangle shawl pattern with a gentle arc to echo the crest of a wave.

The minimal, modern shawl uses a single crochet stitch, making it a thoroughly relaxing crochet project to work. Read on to view the free crochet pattern.

You can also purchase an ad-free print optimised PDF version of this pattern from Etsy, Ravelry or Love Crafts.

About the Crochet del Mar shawl pattern

I’ve had a hankering to make a big lightweight summer shawl full of drape for a while, and this one just flew off the hook.

The past few months has seen me playing a lot with shawl shaping and I love the curvature this one offers. I have yet to work out what to name the shape… a kind of crescent asymmetric triangle is the best I can come up with.

I’m sure there is a better description for this style of crochet shawl (there are many others with similar shapes out there), but I’m content to leave it as is – not everything need a label after all.

The Crochet del Mar shawl uses the ever elegant, tweed effect herringbone double crochet throughout, which made it an absolute pleasure to work on. I enjoyed giving it an hour here and there of an evening, over the course of a few weeks.

Although the colours and imagery of this pattern scream summer vibes, you could make it with a different fibre for a cosier accessory (I’m looking at those currently heading towards autumn as opposed to myself who is excited to see spring finally arrive).

It could even work with a heavier weight yarn with only a little modification.

Anyhow, before I go on too much about all the scope for experimenting with this one, let’s get on with the original summer version of the Crochet del Mar shawl.

Pattern Notes

General Notes

• Please read through the pattern and all associated notes before starting your project
• This pattern uses standard US crochet terminology (UK equivalents are given in brackets in the abbreviations list where applicable)
• Numbers at the end of a row indicate the number of stitches in that row and are only given at the start of a section or where there is a change
• Turning chains do not count as stitches
• Instructions written after *asterisks should be repeated as indicated 
• Right and wrong sides are nominal and given only to assist with construction

Construction

• Crochet del Mar is an asymmetric triangular shaped shawl with a gentle arc (see schematic overleaf)
• The pattern is worked from the narrowest tip in rows, increasing to finish at the widest point
• Once you have worked the first few rows, the pattern settles into a relaxing 2 row repeat
• You may wish to add a stitch marker to the edge you make increases on to help you stay  present with the pattern

Crochet Skills Used

• Knowledge of basic crochet stitches, techniques and terminology is assumed
• Simple increases and skipping stitches for decreases
• Herringbone double crochet – tutorial here

Materials

Crochet Hook

4mm crochet hook or size needed for gauge. I used my 4mm /G6 clover amour hook.

Yarn Requirements

The item pictured used 1 x Scheepjes Whirl, 1000m 4ply yarn, 60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 100g ball = 450m, Shade: 559, Turquoise Turntable.

Yarn Substitution Options

A similar 4ply cotton blend yarn will achieve a similar effect. Different fibres and yarn weights will produce a different finished result.

You may find this post useful when choosing yarn.

Other Materials and Notions

• Yarn needle & scissors
• Stitch marker (optional)
• You may wish to block your finished project to emphasise the scalloped / wavy edges, in which case I recommend a blocking accessories. My sample only required a very gentle steam block.

Learn more about blocking here.

How to purchase a Dora Does crochet pattern:

I sell my PDF crochet patterns in my Etsy, Ravelry and Love Crafts stores. You can purchase this pattern on any of these platforms, depending on your preference. Simply click the relevant links throughout this pattern page to be taken to the listing, or visit the store homepages in the links at the start of this paragraph.

Measurements & Finished Size

The finished shawl measures approximately 190cm / 76in across the longest curve on the underside, 158cm / 63in along the outer, top curve and 92cm / 37in deep at its widest point per the schematic below (which is not to scale).

You can learn more about crochet shawl construction and shawl shapes in this article.

Stitches & Abbreviations: US terms 

(UK Equivalent in Brackets)

• ch = chain
• HBdc = herringbone double crochet (UK herringbone treble) – You can find a written, picture and video tutorial for the herringbone double crochet stitch here.
• rep = repeat
• RS = right side
• sk = skip (UK miss)
• ss = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• WS = wrong side
• yo = yarn over

Gauge

Matching gauge is not essential for this pattern, but variation in your gauge will lead to variations in the finished size, drape and overall look of your project. 

20 sts and 13 rows in 10cm of herringbone double crochet (HBdc) using a 4mm crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.

Learn how to make and measure a gauge swatch here.

Fasten off, block to shape if desired and sew in ends