Triangulum Shawl

Triangulum Shawl by Annelies Baes

What is Being Made

The Triangulum Shawl is a colorful crochet shawl designed by Annelies Baes, featuring a sophisticated geometric construction. This intermediate-level project creates a finished wingspan of 180 cm (71 inches), making it a substantial and wearable accessory. The shawl employs an innovative design concept: a traditional top-down triangle is the foundation, followed by the addition of rows worked along one side on the bias. This technique creates a striking visual effect of a triangle within a larger triangle, resulting in a unique and modern aesthetic.

Pattern Structure and Sections

The Triangulum Shawl pattern is organized into three distinct sections that work together to build the final design:

• Section 1: The basic triangle, which forms the foundation of the shawl and is worked from the top down
• Section 2: Bias rows added along one side of the initial triangle
• Section 3: Additional construction that completes the nested triangle effect

The pattern includes multiple charts and a schematic to guide crocheters through each section, making the intermediate-level construction manageable and clear.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This pattern employs traditional crochet techniques suited to shawl construction. The top-down triangle method is a foundational shawl-building technique that allows for easy customization of size and creates natural shaping. The bias rows worked along one side introduce directional shaping and visual interest. While the specific stitch abbreviations are referenced in the pattern charts, the gauge information indicates that the stitches used create a fabric measuring 15–16 cm (6 inches) wide and 5–5.5 cm (2 inches) high over 6 rows in pattern, resulting in a fabric with good drape suitable for a shawl.

Yarn and Materials

The Triangulum Shawl is designed to be worked in Durable Soqs yarn, a practical blend of 75% wool and 25% polyamide. This fiber content provides durability and elasticity while maintaining the warmth and aesthetic of wool. The color palette consists of six coordinated shades:

• Yarn A (326 Ivory): 3 balls, approximately 150g total
• Yarn B (2133 Dark Mint): 1 ball, approximately 30g
• Yarn C (411 Mimosa): 1 ball, approximately 30g
• Yarn D (402 SeaGrass): 1 ball, approximately 30g
• Yarn E (227 Antique Pink): 1 ball, approximately 30g
• Yarn F (416 Duck Egg Blue): 1 ball, approximately 30g

The total yardage is 210 meters (230 yards) per 50 grams of yarn. Crocheters will need two crochet hook sizes: a 4 mm hook and a 4.5 mm hook, allowing for gauge adjustments or transitions between pattern sections. Additional materials include scissors, a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, a ruler, pins, a stitch marker, and a mat for blocking to achieve the finished dimensions and shape.

Difficulty Level

Rated as an intermediate project, the Triangulum Shawl is suitable for crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to work with multiple colors and follow chart-based instructions. The geometric construction and bias shaping add complexity beyond beginner patterns, but the logical progression through three sections and the inclusion of detailed charts make it achievable for experienced beginners advancing their skills.