The Peacock Shell Triangular Scarf is made with a self-patterning sock yarn that does all the colorwork for you. Worked from the top down to the point, you can easily customize it to your favorite size. Wrap yourself in lacy shells with this spectacular scarf that is light enough to wear almost year round.
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I don’t want to give up my crochet when the warm weather comes, do you? That’s why I like to use sock yarns to create light accessories that I can use to layer against the air conditioning or when the temperatures dip at night.
I used Cascade Heritage Wave yarn, a super fine (also known as sock) weight yarn that is self-patterning. It makes its own gentle stripes so there are fewer ends to weave in at the end and you can wear your scarf right away.
This project also makes a great gift! It’s thin enough to fold up and wrap cutely, even though it has a triangular shape. And if you’re shipping, it’s even better because it won’t take up much room in a box or padded envelope once you fold it.
This pattern is part of the Third Annual Scarf of the Month Club with The Stitchin’ Mommy and Oombawka Design.
Get the other patterns for this month:
- Woodland Lace Scarf by The Stitchin’ Mommy
- Cozy Hugs Scarf by Oombawka Design
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Peacock Shell Triangular Scarf
Crochet Pattern by Underground Crafter
Peacock shells add simple scallops to this top down triangular scarf. Customize to your favorite length by increasing or decreasing the foundation chain.
Finished Size
- Customizable. Photographed sample measures 54” (137 cm) wingspan x 13” (33 cm) spine after blocking.
Materials
- Cascade Heritage Wave yarn (75% superwash Merino wool/25% nylon, 3.5 oz/100 g/437 yd/400 m) – 2 skeins in 503 Forest, or approximately 560 yd (512 m) in any super fine weight yarn.
- US Size F-5/3.75 mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain gauge.
- Yarn needle.
- Tools for spray blocking (pins, blocking mat or padded ironing board).
Gauge
- 2 peacock shells = 3.5″ (9 cm) across in pattern. Exact gauge is not critical for this project.
Abbreviations Used in This Pattern
- ch – chain
- ea – each
- rep – repeat
- sc – single crochet
- sk – skip
- sl st – slip stitch
- sp – space
- st(s) – stitch(es)
- tr – treble (triple) crochet
- * Repeat instructions after asterisk as indicated.
Pattern Notes
- To adjust size, make foundation chain approximately the desired length of wingspan of finished scarf (in EVEN multiples of 10 sts, + 2).
- For tips on working with a long foundation chain, visit Easy Fixes for a Foundation Chain with Too Few or Too Many Chains.
- Scarf is worked from the top (straight) edge down to the center point.
Pattern Instructions
Scarf
- Ch 302 (or any EVEN multiple of 10 sts, +2).
- Row 1: Turn, sk 1 ch, sc in next ch, *sk 4 ch, 9 tr in next ch, sk 4 ch, sc in next ch; rep from * across. – 30 peacock shells made
Begin decreasing
- Row 2: Turn, ch 1, sk first st, sl st in ea of next 10 sts, ch 4 (counts as first tr, here and throughout), tr in same st, *ch 3, sk 4 sts, sc in next st, ch 3, sk 4 sts, 2 tr in next st; rep from * across to last shell, sk last shell. – Decreases 2 peacock shells
- Row 3: Turn, ch 1, sc between first 2 tr, *sk ch-3 sp, 9 tr in next st, sk ch-3 sp, sc between next 2 tr; rep from * across.
- Rep Rows 2-3 until only 2 shelsl remain, ending after Row 3.
- Row 4: Turn, ch 1, sk first st, sl st in ea of next 15 sts, sk remaining sts.
- Row 5: Turn, ch 1, sc in same st, sk 4 sts, 9 tr in next st, sk 4 sts, sc in next st. Fasten off.
Finishing
- With yarn needle, weave in ends.
- Spray block to open up shells. If you’re new to blocking, visit Blocking Basics for Crocheters and Knitters.
© 2018 by Marie Segares (Underground Crafter). This pattern is for personal use only. You may use the pattern to make unlimited items for yourself, for charity, or to give as gifts. You may sell items you personally make by hand from this pattern. Do not violate Marie’s copyright by distributing this pattern or the photos in any form, including but not limited to scanning, photocopying, emailing, or posting on a website or internet discussion group. If you want to share the pattern, point your friends to this link: https://undergroundcrafter.com/2018/05/20/crochet-pattern-shell-triangular-scarf. Thanks for supporting indie designers!
If you make your own Peacock Shell Triangular Scarf, I’d love to see it! Share your progress and questions by tagging me on Facebook as @Underground Crafter, Instragram as @ucrafter, or Twitter as @ucrafter. You can also share a picture in the Underground Crafters Facebook group. Sign up for my weekly newsletter and get a coupon code for your choice of one of my premium patterns and other subscriber goodies. Plus, you’ll never miss one of my free patterns again!
Add the Peacock Shell Triangular Scarf to your Ravelry favorites or queue.
If you want an easy print format, you can buy an ad-free PDF version on Craftsy.
This is beautiful, Marie!
Thank you, Jennifer! I really appreciate it.
I made this with cashmere and I love it! I added tassels. A deer ate one of them in the great Smoky Mountains National Park, but that is another story for another day.