The Cecilia Shawl is a light and lacy crochet triangle shawl worked in sport weight yarn, giving it a beautiful drape and delicate feel. It’s perfect for wrapping up on a cool evening or styling as a sweet everyday triangle scarf.
This lacy crochet triangle shawl is made with a combination of beautiful shell stitches and chains. This easy stitch pattern looks amazing but only uses basic stitches and is great for beginners!
Why You’ll Love This Lacy Crochet Triangle Shawl
- Beginner-friendly crochet shawl pattern
- Beautiful lacy shell pattern made up of simple stitches
- Sport weight yarn creates a graceful drape
- Versatile layering piece with multiple styling options
- Easy to customize width and length
Lacy Crochet Triangle Shawl Pattern Details
Skill Level: Beginner
Finished Size: 50” across the top or desired width
Hook Size: H/8 (5.0mm)
Yardage: 600 yards sport (#2) weight yarn
Pattern Inspiration
The Cecilia Shawl was my first true shawl design!
I wanted to create a shawl that was lightweight and lacy. I wanted it to be a triangle shawl so that I could wear it around my neck like a scarf. But I also wanted it to be long enough to drape over my shoulders.
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BesT Yarn for a Lacy Crochet Shawl
This crochet triangle shawl pattern is made using sport weight (#2) yarn. I used WeCrochet Shine Sport for my shawl.
Shine sport is a sport weight cotton blend yarn. It is made of 60% pima cotton and 40% Modal natural beech wood fiber. It has a beautiful shine to it and is very soft.
I really enjoy working with this yarn. I’ve used it for a few projects and it is always really nice to crochet with. It has great stitch definition.
Shine sport also has a great variety of colors to choose from and is a budget friendly yarn.
Frequently asked Questions
Is this lacy crochet triangle shawl really a beginner-friendly project?
Yes! The shell stitch pattern used in this crochet shawl is perfect for beginners who want to create something that looks beautifully intricate. If you’re comfortable with double crochet and chain stitches, you’ll have no trouble with this pattern at all.
How do I make this shawl smaller or larger?
This triangle shawl is worked from the smallest point and grows outward as you go. The pattern includes instructions for a 50″ shawl at its widest point, but you can easily stop at any stage or keep crocheting to achieve your desired size.
Can I use a different yarn?
You can use a different yarn if you’d like, but the recommended sport weight yarn gives the best drape and stitch definition for this lacy design. Using a different fiber or weight may change how the shawl hangs and affect the light, airy feel of the finished piece.
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Cecelia Shawl
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Cecilia Shawl Crochet Pattern
Materials
600 yards sport weight yarn
H hook
Scissors
Measuring tape
Yarn needle to weave in ends
Difficulty
beginner
Gauge
not needed
Sizing
50” across the top or desired width
Pattern Notes
Pattern is worked from the bottom up.
Sport weight yarn is used in the example but any light yarn will
work for this. Sizing and yarn amount may vary.
Stitches Needed &
Abbreviations
ch- chain
dc- double crochet
v-st (dc, ch1, dc)
st- stitch
shell- 5dc in 1 stitch
**- repeat what is in the symbols
Pattern
Ch 5
Row 1: dc in 5th ch from hook (creates v-st) (1 v-st)
Row 2: Ch 1, turn, sc in 1st st, 5 dc in ch space, sc in last st. (1 shell, 2 sc)
Row 3: Ch 3, turn, 4 dc in 1st st, skip 2, v-st in 3rd dc of shell, skip 2, 5 dc in last st. (2 shells, 1 v-st)
Row 4: Ch 3, turn, v-st in 3rd dc of shell, 5 dc in next ch-1 space, v-st in 3rd dc of next shell, dc in top of
ch 3. (2 v-st, 1 shell)
Row 5: Ch 4, turn, dc in same st (creates v-st), 5 dc in next ch-1 space, v-st in 3rd dc of next shell, 5 dc in
next ch-1 space, v-st in top of ch 3. (3 v-st, 2 shells)
Row 6: Ch 3, turn, 5 dc in ch-1 space, *v-st in 3rd dc of next shell, 5 dc in next ch-1 space*, repeat across,
dc in top of ch 3. (3 shells, 2 v-st)
Row 7: Ch 3, turn, v-st in 3rd dc of next shell, *5 dc in next ch-1 space, v-st in 3rd dc of next shell*, repeat
across, dc in top of ch 3. (3 v-st, 2 shells)
Row 8: Ch 4, turn, dc in same st (creates v-st), 5 dc in next ch-1 space, *v-st in 3rd dc of next shell, 5 dc in
next ch-1 space*, repeat across, v-st in top of ch 3. (4 v-st, 3 shells)
Repeat rows 6-8, ending with a repeat of row 6, until triangle measure approximately 50” across the top
or until desired length and width.
Optional Trim
Round 1: Evenly sc around the entire triangle working 2 sc in each corner, join to 1st st.
Round 2: Ch 1, sc in 1st st, ch 2, sc in same st, *skip 1, sc in next, ch 2, sc in same st*, repeat around, join
to 1st st.
Finish off. Weave in ends.
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Thanks for the Cecilia Shawl pattern. It’s really beautiful.
I’m going to crochet the Cecilia shawl. My best friend Cecilia passed passed away January of 2021 and I’ll make it in her favorite color of green. When I wear it it will wrap around me with love from my friend Cecilia.