
Introducing Halo Shawl, a free crochet shawl pattern for you today! It is a versatile fun pattern, written for DK weight yarn.
Less than 500m of yarn will make this cozy warm shawl to wrap around your neck.

It is a beginner-friendly design, using basic stitches to create an open lace pattern. A quick make, perfect for gifting!
Scroll down for the written pattern and a video tutorial to help you get started.
You can find a hand drawn chart at the bottom of the page.
Pattern is written for both US and UK crochet terms – scroll down to find both versions
Yarn for Halo Shawl
I used 2 skeins of a gorgeous yarn from Knitcrate that I received in my monthly subscription box. It is a bouncy, soft yarn with a distinctive halo and sheen (hence the name – Halo Shawl)
You can also use any weight yarn in your stash, just use the hook size that suits your tension.

The pattern is very versatile and suitable for a beginner. Only basic stitches are used in this pattern, but some concentration is required until the row increases are established.
Watch the video tutorial to help you with the first 4 rows.
You can purchase an INEXPENSIVE PDF of the Halo Shawl pattern on Ravelry and on Etsy Don’t forget to add this pattern to your Ravelry Queue

Materials
- Audine Wools by Knitcrate, dk/50% Alpaca/30% Merino/20% Nylon, 100g/215m/236yds
- 2 skeins in Blush
- 5mm Crochet Hook (or size that fits your tension)
- You can use any DK weight yarn to achieve a similar effect
Measurements
76in (cm) length x 29in (cm) depth – after blocking laid flat without tassels
Notes
- Shawl is a triangle creating a wing span with a width of approx. 76”
- The main body is worked in one piece from bottom-up, increasing on each side until a shallow wide triangle is made.
- The shawl can be made larger or smaller by working more or fewer pattern repeats. This will alter the amount of yarn required.
- You can use any weight yarn and matching hook to achieve a similar effect. Go up a hook size if you crochet on the tight side
- Includes written instructions. Pattern written in US and UK crochet terms
- Blocking is important as it will help open up the stitches of the pattern
- Gauge is not important
Abbreviations
US Crochet Terms
Dc double crochet Tr treble crochet Ch chain Rep repeat Beg beginning Sp space T-ch turning chain | UK Crochet Terms
Tc treble crochet Dtr double treble crochet Ch chain Rep repeat Beg beginning Sp space T-ch turning chain |
Video
Pattern Instructions (US Terms)
Row 1: Using 5mm hook ch5 (counts as beg ch and 1tr), [1dc, ch2, 1dc, 1tr] in 5th ch from hook, turn – 2tr, 2dc
Row 2: Ch4 (counts as 1tr here and throughout), [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in 1st st, 1sc in ch-2 sp, [1dc, ch2, 1dc, 1tr] in last st (t-ch), turn – 2tr, 4dc, 1sc
Row 3: Ch4, [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in 1st st, 1sc in next ch-2 sp, [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in next sc, 1sc in next ch-2 sp, [1dc, ch2, 1dc, 1tr] in last st (t-ch), turn – 2tr, 6dc, 2sc
Row 4: Ch4, [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in 1st st, 1sc in next ch-2 sp, * [1dc, ch2, 1dc] in next sc, 1sc in next ch-2 sp; rep from * across ending with [1dc, ch2, 1dc, 1tr] in last st (t-ch), turn.
Rows 5 – 46: Repeat row 4 I did a total of 46 rows but you may make less or more, depending on size you want/how much yarn you have.
You will work one last row to straighten the top of your shawl
Final Row: Working across the top edge, ch4, sl st into 1st ch-2 sp, * ch4, sl st into next ch-2 sp; rep from * across, ch4, sl st into top of last st. And you are done!
Pattern Instructions (UK Terms)
Row 1: Using 5mm hook ch5 (counts as beg ch and 1dtr), [1tr, ch2, 1tr, 1dtr] in 5th ch from hook, turn – 2dtr, 2tr
Row 2: Ch4 (counts as 1dtr here and throughout), [1tr, ch2, 1tr] in 1st st, 1dc in ch-2 sp, [1tr, ch2, 1tr, 1dtr] in last st (t-ch), turn – 2dtr, 4tr, 1dc
Row 3: Ch4, [1tr, ch2, 1tr] in 1st st, 1dc in next ch-2 sp, [1tr, ch2, 1tr] in next dc, 1dc in next ch-2 sp, [1tr, ch2, 1tr, 1dtr] in last st (t-ch), turn – 2dtr, 6tr, 2dc
Row 4: Ch4, [1tr, ch2, 1tr] in 1st st, 1dc in next ch-2 sp, * [1tr, ch2, 1tr] in next dc, 1dc in next ch-2 sp; rep from * across ending with [1tr, ch2, 1tr, 1dtr] in last st (t-ch), turn.
Rows 5 – 46: Repeat row 4 I did a total of 46 rows but you may make less or more, depending on size you want/how much yarn you have.
You will work one last row to straighten the top of your shawl.
Final Row: Working across the top edge, ch4, sl st into 1st ch-2 sp, * ch4, sl st into next ch-2 sp; rep from * across, ch4, sl st into top of last st. And you are done!
Finishing
Weave in all loose ends. Lay project out to finished size and pull gently into shape. Pin in place and spray lightly with water and leave to dry. You can wet block shawl if desired – check your yarn fiber instructions. Add tassels if you wish.
Tassel Instructions
Make 3 tassels as follows: Using a book approx. 4-6” in width, cut a 12” length of yarn and lay across top of book – this will be used to tie top of tassel. Wrap yarn around book about 16 – 20 times (depending on thickness required). Using the 12” tie, knot top of tassel tightly. Cut tassel at opposite end. Wrap another length of yarn around tassel 1” from top approx. 5 times and knot ends together. Trim if needed and sew securely to 3 corners of shawl.
Hand Drawn Chart

Watch the Video Tutorial on You Tube

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I am confused on the US terms. Row 1: are all those stitches in the 5th chain, and all 4 remaining stitches?
Hi Ann. All the stitches go into the 5th ch, leaving the remaining 4ch unworked. Try it and see – you should have 1tr, 1dc, 2ch, 1dc, 1tr in first row. (1 of the trebles = 4ch) Feel free to email me (carmen_heffernan@hotmail.com)if I can help further!
Can you please make a small video from row 1 too row 4
Hi. I am sorry you are having a difficulty. I am unable to make and upload videos at present. Would a chart help? I can email you a hand drawn chart if it would help
Hi Ann, Could you send me the chart as well? Thank you so much!!
Hi! I’d be interested about that drawn chart too. I sent you email yesterday. Thank you in advance!
Hi! I am sorry I didn’t see your email until now (went into spam folder) I will reply to you by email now:)
I’m not seeing how many chains to make to start.
Hi Deb. In row 1 you will chain 5 (counts as beg ch and 1tr). Hope that helps:)
I’m so sorry, what do the things in italics mean?
Hi Deb. At the end of each row in a pattern you see the total amount of stitches used in that row. It helps to keep you on track for the first few rows. For example, at the end of row one you see 2tr, 2dc. That means you should have 2 trebles and 2 double crochets in that row. Hope that helps!
Hello, could you please email me the chart as well? I’d really appreciate it!
Hi Susan. I will send it to you now:)
Hello Carmen. May I have a chart as well? Thank you in advance.
Email sent!
Hi would you be able to send me the chart too? I’m not sure which stitch I’m going into on the second row.
Will do!
I would love to have a chart as well. Can’t seem to grasp that first stitch! Thanks so much.
No problem! I understand what you mean. Sometimes it helps to have a visual aid. Sending email now x
Could I also have a chart for the Halo Shawl.
Thank You.
Hi Sandra! Sending chart to your email now:)
Hi! Could you please send me a copy of the chart for the Halo Shawl?
Thank You!
No bother! I will send it now:)
Hi! I would also love to see the chart via email. Thanks so much!
I will send it now!
If you still have the chart I would love to see! Super excited to make this!!
My apologies for delay! I didn’t see comment….I will send it now!
I have crocheted by charts for a very long time. It would help a great deal if you wouldn’t mind sending it. Thank you for your generosity in sharing your talent.
Thank you! I am sending you chart now:)
Hi could you please send me the chart
Thank you
Hi Helen, I am so sorry for delay! Sending now:)
Hello Carmen,
I would very much appreciate receiving the chart for this beautiful shawl. Thank you in advance.
Karen
No problem! I will send it straight away:)
Hello! Could I please have a copy of the chart as well. I have purchased the pattern online but the chart was not in the purchased pattern.
Sending it now!
Hello, may I have the chart also. Thanks
On its way!
Hi Carmen,
I have tried starting this shawl a couple of times now, but it is just not working out. I don’t understand the written instructions.
Would it be possible to have a chart?
Thank you.
Sheena.
I will send a hand-drawn chart to you now:)
Would you be able to send me the chart too please? I’m a little confused which stitch to go into for the second row.
On its way:)
Hello, this shawl looks beautiful. Could I also trouble you for the chart please?
Thanks
Nia
On its way!
Just found your pattern and fell in love with it. Am making for my daughter in law for her birthday. May I have the chart please. I have only been crocheting for about 18 months and I still have lots to learn. Every hint helps. Thank you. Gail
I will send it now….enjoy the pattern!
Beautiful shawl and color. Would you kindly send me the chart also? Thank you very much.
Lovely shawl! Can i get a pattern too. Would be great to keep me out of boredom while staying home. Thanks
It’s so amazing and beautiful. These ideas Are Very Impressive thanks for helpful ideas I am very very happy to see this because you give me creative ideas.
Love the pattern, working it currently – does anyone have the dimensions prior to blocking? I’m using a DK Fyberspates (100% Merino) on a 4mm hook and, although mostly through my second hank (230m per Hank) I’m at 16” depth and 50” wide, not sure how much blocking will add!
Sounds fab! It depends on the yarn fiber (how much it will grow) and 100% merino will stretch nicely!
Thank! It’s a high twist so quite dense, think I’ll add another hank, probably should have gone up a hook, but my 4mm has a sentimental attachment!
I love my 4.5 hook! I am sure your shawl will be beautiful!
Hi Carmen,
I’ve been working on this for a few hours and just can’t seem to get the correct stitch when adding rows – would you mind sending me that chart as well?
Thank you so much for sharing your pattern! It’s a beautiful shawl!
Thank you! Sending now x
Hello! I am making this for my friend, who asked that if she ordered the yarn, would I make it. I am in the process and really love this! However, she has now asked me if I could make it rectangular! Is there a way I could do this?
It is possible but would be a different pattern. The start and finish on each row would need to be worked out in order to keep them straight on each side. You might be best to use another lace rectangular pattern:)
Thank you Carmen, but too late! I got rather into it today and on row 44 so told my friend that it will have to be triangular! I love it! 4.5mm hook, with Manos Del Uruguay Milo. It is going to be gorgeous (it already is!) Just hope that the holes will be a bit more pronounced when blocked! Think I will have to go to about 60 rows, but should finish tomorrow. Adore it!
Delighted it is working out!
Hello and thank you so much for your pattern! I fully understood this and it’s working up fairly quickly. Mine is in white, and will be using this shawl for my daughter’s wedding. Just might hand these out to bridesmaid’s and bride lol. Thanks again!
Wow! You will be busy! Thank you for your lovely comment
Many thanks almost every other excellent post.
I just wanted to say thank you for providing this pattern. You’re very patient and the instructions are clear.
Lovely pattern, just finished it! Thank you. I did try to make it smaller, but couldnt figure out when to omit stitches, it would be very useful if you can advise on that, I would love to make some more shawls with this pattern, but dont want them to be as long on the sides.
I will look into doing that! Thank you for your comment:)
Many thanks almost every other excellent post.
I appreciate your effort and want you to keep on posting such posts
Great post. I loved the way you explained the stuff.
Great piece of work!
If you dont mind can you please sent me the chart
Will do!
Thanks for such an easy and gorgeous pattern. The video also offers very clear instructions and I’ve started working on my shawl with Hobbii Manaya yarn and a 5mm hook. It’s working up pretty quickly and looks great, and I think it will make a wonderful birthday present for my mother-in-law. 🙂
Aww thank you! I hope she loves it!
I just wanted to add to all the comments you have already received, that I, too, love this pattern! It is so difficult to find “shallow” shawl patterns which I think I think are perfect for warm weather. evenings The Halo works up so beautifully no matter what yarn I have used. Thank you so much for sharing … and having a short video to complement the written pattern.
Thank you so much! I love a shallow shawl and know exactly what you mean. It is my favourite shape to wear:)
Hi again,
I wanted to share that I have now made this in a smaller size (38″ span, 11″ deep) that I wear as bandana. I have had so many compliments, and am now making another as a gift. Thank you again for this wonderful pattern!
I really like this page a lot and made three oe four shawls from here, love videos where is all nicely explained and this halo shawl was really nice to work on, like tv patter, easy dont need count and result is amazing, thank you Carmen and send greetsings from Prague
Hey there
Amazing blog post, Thanks for sharing such an amazing blog, Keep on updating more tasks like this
Thank you for sharing a great information with us.
I just saw this Pattern and I’d love to try it..Can you
send a chart to me also. I seem to do alot better with a chart ..Thank you 🙍♀️
Chart just sent!
So I have just made this and it was a beauty to crochet. Never made a tassel before so have three of those to try. I think I could’ve gone up a hook size (although frequently told I’m a loose crocheter) as definitely not as long as those in picture despite more rows, but wonder if a block will work…
Thanks for the pattern Annie. Wish I could share a photo.
You are welcome! Blocking will make a difference to the size. Dampen your shawl and stretch it out well and use pins. That should open up your stitches!
Could I please have the chart also! Thank you.
Sending now:)
Hello. I would love a chart of this pattern if one is still available! TIA!
I will send it now!
This is a verity pattern, definitely need to try
really great work, nice pattern
its a nice pattern you have used here..
really interesting, i really like these kind of hand crafted items
Nice
Hello, could I have the diagram for this shawl please ? It’s magnificent ! Thanks a lot
Hi! I just added the hand drawn chart for this shawl to the bottom of the page:)
Hi there, I’ve made a couple of shawls from your pattern here, and I really appreciate your hard work in creating it! I am making one of these shawls for my friend, but she requested that I build up two triangles along the top edge to make a wider covering on the front of the shawl. I am having some trouble figuring out how to reduce the corners in a nice diagonal as it had been growing in this pattern. Although this is not a part of your pattern at all, I was wondering if you had any recommendations as to how I could make this happen stitch-wise?
Gosh, I really don’t know without actually seeing it. If you want to make the shawl wider, you could add a wide border to the top?
Thank you for getting back to me!! I sent you an email with a little more detail!