If you are looking for a complete beginner friendly pattern, then learn how to knit an easy triangle wrap for fall.
In the spring I shared a simple garter stitch triangle scarf pattern and recently wanted to make a pattern that was similar but with bulky yarn.
This cosy fall wrap is a great alternative to wearing a jacket and will also be a great scarf when the weather gets colder.
*Please scroll down to see the free pattern*
This triangle scarf is really easy to make for any beginners as all you need to know are some basic knitting stitches.
You start with just two stitches on your needle which forms the point of your triangle and you build it from there, by adding stitches at both ends until you have a large triangle wrap.
I have included a video tutorial in this post, for you on how to get started so that you can see just how easy it is to knit.
Easy Knit Shawl Pattern
It’s really simple to knit and perfect for when you are relaxing, watching your shows on Netflix.
There are also some drop stitches in the pattern, which break up the garter stitch rows.
You don’t have to include those if you don’t want to, but they give a nice texture to the scarf.
The Knitting Basics
You need to know how to knit garter stitch and how to increase stitches by KFB – knitting into the front and back of a stitch to create an extra stitch.
You can see how this is done in the video tutorial in this post or check out the video tutorials in the Knitting Tutorials section.
I made this scarf over a weekend, watching Peaky Blinders and drinking tea, it’s a good ‘no-brainer’ mindless knit, that is easy to do while watching your favourite shows.
If you are looking for fall knitting projects, you may also be interested in these fall knitting patterns, and these gorgeous oversized knits.
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Triangle Scarf
This scarf has been made with a self-striping yarn from Caron, which looks great next to a white top and denim.
I used super bulky yarn for this that I bought from the UK called Caron Tea Cakes (80% acrylic and 20% wool) in Ginger Spice 291220.
I knit this with size 8mm (US 11) 32″ circular needles. I used the circular needles as there are so many stitches and it was easier that way.
I also used my beloved knit pro sinfonia multi-wood interchangeable needles that are really smooth to work with.
This easy to knit triangle scarf is a really great addition to your wardrobe for the colder months, as it can be worn loosely around your neck with a light jacket, or sweater, used as a shawl, or as a cover-up for when you visit the park for a walk.
I recently wore this to the park for a walk with Jason, the weather was a little fresh, but it was too warm for a sweater.
This pattern is perfect for beginners who want to start with something easy or if they want to practice increasing their stitches.
How To Wear A Triangle Scarf
Once you have made your triangle scarf, you might want to wrap it around your neck to wear as a scarf, loosely drape it around your shoulders as a shawl or wear it as a cover-up.
As you can see in some of the photographs I chose to wear this scarf around my neck because even though the sun is shining, the air is still a little chilly in the shade.
The yarn is really soft and comfortable to wear, you could use this type of scarf with any number of fall outfits.
Triangle Scarf Pattern
See the free pattern below, or you may purchase the inexpensive ad-free, PDF printable pattern in my shop HERE.
Skill Level – Easy/beginner
Materials
Tools
- 8mm (US 11) 32″ Circular needles
- Scissors
- Darning needle
- Tape measure
Pattern Instructions
- Cast on 2 sts
- Knit 1 row
- KFB into the first st, K, KFB into the last st
- KFB into the first st, K, KFB into the last st
- KFB into the first st, K, KFB into the last st
- KFB into the first st, K, KFB into the last st
- Make the loop stitch – in each st, insert the right hand needle into the left hand needle as if you are going to knit, then wind the yarn 2 times around the needle and K1. (See video for any help).
- Knit each st, working the 1st loop and allowing the extra loops to slip off the needle to their full length.
Rows – 3-8 form the pattern, rep those rows until you have 152 sts.
Then cast off and sew in any loose ends.
Making up
You may want to add chunky tassels to each end point of the scarf, you can view a tassel making tutorial through a link in the post.
TIP – Make the tassels before you start to knit the shawl – so that you don’t run out of yarn at end and not have enough.
For each tassel ->
- Cut 20 lengths of yarn 10″ long.
- Then wrap a piece of the yarn around the top to make the tassel shape.
- Secure it with a knot.
- thread a piece of yarn about 10″ long through the top of the tassel, so that you can stitch it to the scarf.
View the – Tassel Making Tutorial.
Notes
This triangle scarf knits up quickly in super bulky yarn, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.
You are welcome to sell items knit from this pattern, I just ask that you give pattern credit to Handy Little Me and link to www.handylittleme.com in any listings. Thank you!
Gauge = 3 garter stitch rows in 1″.
Abbreviations / Knitting Abbreviations List
Approx = Approximately
Beg = Beginning
Cont = Continue(ing)
K = Knit
KFB – Knit into the front and back of the stitch
Rem = Remaining
Rep = Repeat
St(s) = Stitch(es)
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Happy Knitting! xoxo
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handylittleme says
Hello, Thank you for visiting my site, I hope you enjoy the free patterns and come back often! 🙂