Thornton Shawl Scarf Knitting Pattern

Thornton Shawl in Berroco Briza

What is Being Made

The Thornton Shawl is a crocheted triangular wrap designed by Alison Green. This intermediate-level shawl measures approximately 64 inches across the top edge and 30 inches long at the center, making it a versatile accessory suitable for layering or draping. The shawl features a decorative picot edging that adds an elegant finishing detail to the finished piece.

Construction Method

This shawl is crocheted from side to side, meaning the crocheter works horizontally across the width of the piece rather than from the top down or bottom up. The edging pattern is worked simultaneously with the body of the shawl during construction, and a row of picots is added along the edging at the completion of the project. This integrated approach to edging creates a cohesive, professionally finished appearance.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Treble Crochet (tr) – The primary stitch used throughout the shawl construction
• Treble Crochet 3 Together (Tr3tog) – A decrease stitch that combines three treble crochets into a single stitch, created by working yarn over twice, inserting the hook into the next stitch, pulling up a loop, drawing through two loops, and repeating this process twice more before drawing through all four remaining loops
• Chain Stitches (ch) – Used for turning chains and structural elements
• Picot Edging – A decorative finishing technique applied along the edges after the main body is complete
• Increase Sections – Created using chain 5 stitches to shape the triangular silhouette

Materials Required

The Thornton Shawl is designed to be worked in Berroco Briza yarn, specifically color #9356 Santa Cruz. The pattern calls for 3 balls of yarn, with each ball weighing 40 grams. A size 6.00 mm (J) crochet hook is recommended, though the pattern allows for adjustments based on individual gauge.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 11 treble crochets measuring 4 inches in width, with 4 rows measuring 3¾ inches in height. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished shawl meets the intended dimensions. The pattern note emphasizes: "TO SAVE TIME, TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE." The finished shawl is available in one size only.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as Intermediate difficulty, indicating it is suitable for crocheters with foundational knowledge of basic stitches and techniques who are ready to work with more complex stitch combinations and shaping methods.