Beatrix Shawl

Beatrix Shawl by Veronika Cromwell

What Is Being Made

The Beatrix Shawl is a triangular crochet shawl designed as a versatile accessory piece. With finished dimensions of 102 cm at the widest point and 72 cm depth, this shawl offers generous coverage suitable for layering or wrapping. The triangular construction begins at the bottom point and expands outward, making it an elegant addition to any wardrobe.

Crochet Techniques and Construction

This beginner-friendly shawl is worked in rows with turning chains at the end of each row. The pattern employs a strategic increase method at both ends of the rows to create the triangular silhouette. The construction begins at the bottom point of the triangle, opposite the longest edge, and expands progressively as rows are added. The pattern uses specific turning chain conventions: on odd rows, the beginning 3 chain stitches count as the first double crochet, while on even rows, 1 chain at the beginning does not count as a stitch. This thoughtful stitch counting ensures proper shaping and edge definition throughout the project.

Crochet Stitches Used

• Chain stitch (ch) – foundational stitch used for turning chains and pattern construction
• Single crochet (sc) – provides texture and structure within the pattern
• Double crochet (dc) – primary stitch creating the fabric body and pattern repeats

Materials and Specifications

The Beatrix Shawl is designed to be worked with The Fibre Co. Cumbria fingering yarn in the colorway Nutkin. This premium yarn blend consists of 90% wool and 10% mohair, offering both warmth and a subtle halo effect. Two skeins are required, with each skein providing 300 meters or 328 yards per 100 grams. The pattern calls for a 4 mm crochet hook, which pairs with the fingering weight yarn to achieve the specified tension of 22 stitches by 14 rows over a 10 by 10 centimeter gauge measured over pattern repeats. Additional materials include a yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and blocking mat with pins for finishing and shaping the completed shawl.

Difficulty Level

Rated as a beginner project, the Beatrix Shawl is accessible to crocheters new to the craft while remaining engaging for experienced makers. The straightforward row-by-row construction with consistent increases makes it an ideal pattern for building confidence in fundamental crochet techniques.