14+ Free Crochet Patterns for Granny-Inspired Shawls

Today’s pattern collection includes 14+ fabulous and free crochet patterns for granny-inspired shawls, including triangle shawls, rectangular shawls, pocket shawls, and more!

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14+ Patterns for Granny-Inspired Shawls

Shawls are some of my favorite projects to crochet. Shawls can add a touch of crochet to any outfit, protect you from a chill, or just give you a little “hug” when you need it! Today’s pattern collection includes granny-inspired shawls made with motifs, granny stitches, or variations on the granny stitch in a variety of shapes and styles.

Granny Stitch Half Hexagon Shawl by Underground Crafter: This granny stitch shawl uses the half hexagon shape, making it easy to style and to crochet.

Geometry Wrap by Two of Wands: This blanket scarf is crocheted with 4 multi-colored granny squares.

Square in a Wrap Pocket Shawl by Yarn Craftee: This diagonal pocket shawl pattern includes a video tutorial.

South Hampton Triangle Shawl by The Loopy Lamb: This shawl is designed to lay flatter on the chest and to be comfortably worn in warmer weather.

Granny Square Shawl by The Purple Poncho: This classic shawl is a wonderful beginner project and includes video tutorials.

Witching Hour Shawl by This Pixie Creates: This triangular shawl uses a variation on the classic granny stitch pattern.

Classic Granny Triangle Shawl by Underground Crafter: This beginner-friendly pattern is crocheted in one piece with a shell border.

Advent Echoes Scarf by Annie Design Crochet: This beautiful motif project is perfect for using up mini skeins of sock yarn. It can be styled as a scarf or as a shawl.

Perennial Granny Square Scarf by Make and Do Crew: Classic granny squares, the granny stitch, and tassels – what more could you want?

Granny Square Tiles Shawl by ABC Knitting: This stunning shawl is made with 7 motifs.

Emerald Isle Shawl by Fiber Flux: This wrap is crocheted with join-as-you-go triangle motifs, making it easy to size up or down. Pattern includes a video tutorial.

Sedona Ruana by Nana’s Crafty Home: This beginner-friendly, blanket-style ruana is made with 5 large motifs.

Colourful Cosy Flower Shawl by Annelies Baes: This pattern is available as a PDF download and includes written instructions and international stitch symbol charts.