Outlander Crochet Patterns
THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS THAT SUPPORT HANDY LITTLE ME CONTENT AND FREE PATTERNS.In this post, you will see a round-up of Outlander crochet patterns designed by Louise Bollanos (Handy Little Me).
Seven patterns in the collection are replicas of some of the most loved Outlander knits.
Scroll down to view each pattern, or grab the 7 PDF Outlander Crochet Pattern Collection here.
First, We Fell In Love With The Outlander TV Show
The Outlander TV Series (2014) has taken the world by storm.
Based on Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander book series (eight books, the ninth comes out this November 2021), which was a worldwide phenomenon even before the Starz TV show.
In this show, we follow Claire’s (Caitriona Balfe) story from 1940’s post-war Scotland to 1943’s Scottish Highlands, where she meets Jamie Fraser (Sam Heughan), and together they go through love, hardships, wars, and politics.
Then we couldn’t get enough of the Outlander costumes
However, their amazing love story is not the only thing that stands out in this show.
And what really takes the cake is the extraordinary costumes and the fantastic knitwear.
Claire’s dresses, especially her wedding dress, the red dress she wore in France, and Brianna’s wedding dress, are some of the many costumes that won over the audience and inspired the fans to get creative.
If you want to learn more about the Outlander Costumes, take a look at this post here – Outlander Costumes {Including The Knitwear And More!}
Finally, we wanted to make the shawls + accessories seen on the show
The knitwear worn in the Outlander series is truly beautiful and unique, and not all of the garments and accessories are historically accurate for the 18th Century.
But they take nothing away from the costumes; instead, they complement them.
Also, as the main character, Claire, and her daughter, Brianna, are both time travelers from the future, it makes sense that their wardrobe carries a touch of modernism.
Moreover, Terry Dreshbach, the genius costume designer behind seasons one to four, has said in multiple interviews that knitwear also has practical uses, as the series is filmed in cold conditions in the Scottish weather.
The knitwear (that inspired this crochet collection)
The series’s knitwear has won over the audience and has created a massive online community that loves to admire and replicate the pieces seen in the show.
So many people love to recreate the knitted pieces worn, not only as a part of an Outlander costume but to wear in their everyday lives, too.
It’s awesome to have a piece of your favorite TV show that you can wear, but it’s not a direct merchandise product.
In the image below, you can see both the knitted and crochet versions of a well-known Claire shawl – The Rent Shawl.
How to wear your shawls every day
You can easily see Claire’s Carolina shawl worn with jeans and sneakers instead of a 1700s dress.
This is not only because knitwear and crochet wear are very in style right now but also because the pieces that are worn in the series are truly timeless.
The Outlander knitwear wardrobe is huge and includes unique pieces, shawls that wrap around the body, scarves, cowls, and a very distinctive triangle shawl (The Rent Shawl) in earthy brown, green, and grey colors.
Lovely capelets, fingerless gloves, and mittens, simple or with cable designs, plus Claire’s famous blue cardigan.
In the image below you can see both the knit and crochet versions of Claire’s Tassel shawl, I have added a video tutorial on my YouTube channel showing you how to make and stitch the tassels to the shawl.
Outlander Knitting Patterns
If you love to knit and love Outlander, there are so many patterns online you can recreate.
Check out my Outlander Knitting Pattern library.
There, you will find free and easy knitting patterns that you can use to make your own Outlander knits.
While all the pieces on the show are knitted, that doesn’t mean that they can’t be crocheted and made with similar yarn.
For example, in the image below, you can see the knitted version of Claire’s cowl, and next to it is the Outlander cowl crochet pattern.
Outlander Crochet Patterns
If you would rather crochet your pieces, don’t get discouraged; you can recreate the same designs with the same colors.
You will just need a crochet Outlander pattern.
You can make your own crochet Carolina shawl, Rent shawl, Tassel shawl, Claire’s cowl, and fingerless mittens using simple crochet stitches like single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet.
Using lots of different yarns, you can choose similar fibers for your projects, from Lion Brand, We Are Knitters, The Petite Wool, and more.
For these patterns, I mainly used a worsted yarn weight for some shawls and mittens, plus bulky yarns for the shawls.
Moreover, the crochet stitches will give a whole new look and feel to your piece.
Related Post: Outlander Crochet Patterns
The Outlander Crochet Patterns
For Outlander fans who love to crochet, there’s nothing quite like bringing the magic of the series into your own creative projects.
With an array of Outlander crochet patterns available, you can now craft pieces inspired by the rich textures, earthy colors, and timeless designs from the series.
Whether you’re new to crochet or a seasoned crafter, these patterns—including free pattern options and digital downloads—are a wonderful way to immerse yourself in a project that connects you to the world of Outlander.
From the classic Outlander shawl, perfect for keeping warm on chilly days, to accessories inspired by the enchanting landscapes and magical stones, there’s something for every fan to enjoy.
Using US Crochet Terms
Many of these crochet patterns are available in US crochet terms and come as convenient PDF downloads, making it easy to start right away.
Treble crochet stitches are often featured in these patterns, giving the shawls and wraps a beautiful, airy drape.
A crochet Outlander pattern also makes a thoughtful gift for a friend or family member who loves the series, allowing them to wear a piece of Outlander magic.
For those seeking a memorable crochet project, look no further than these stunning patterns to bring a touch of the Highlands into your life.
Outlander Crochet Patterns
In this collection, you will see crochet pieces that have been recreated to look like the knitted versions as closely as possible.
That is so if you prefer to crochet or can only crochet, you can also create your favorite items from the show.
Check out these Outlander Crochet Patterns you can make below.
Outlander Shawl Crochet Pattern (Claire's Carolina)
If you have been watching the Outlander TV series, in season four, Claire has worn some very distinctive crossover triangle shawls.
Inspired by the brown shawl Claire wears in season 4, episode 1 'America the beautiful' and in future episodes.
The design of the shawl is made so that you can wrap it around your body and tie it at the back.
Skill Level - Basic
This is a basic level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are creating a chain, double crochet, and changing colors.
Crochet Claire's Rent Shawl From Outlander
The Rent Shawl Knitting Pattern will allow you to create a large triangle scarf with two stripes in the design.
This shawl is seen in Outlander season 1 episode 5 'Rent' worn over a tartan dress when Claire attends to the wounds of the clan MacKenzie.
Skill Level - Basic
This is a basic level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are creating a chain, treble crochet, and changing colors.
Carolina Crochet Fingerless Gloves Pattern
Using single crochet, you will create a textured design, which is then seamed to make the mitts, leaving a space for your thumb.
Inspired by the arm warmers that Claire wears with her Carolina shawl in Outlander season 4.
You can wear these mitts as arm warmers also.
Skill Level - Basic
This is a basic level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are creating a chain and single crochet.
Claire Outlander Shawl Crochet Pattern {Fraser's Ridge}
The Fraser's Ridge Shawl Crochet Pattern will allow you to create a large triangle scarf with two stripes in the design.
This shawl is seen in Outlander season 5 and is very similar to the Rent Shawl, only made larger so it can wrap and tie behind your back.
Skill Level - Basic
This is a basic level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are creating a chain, treble crochet, and changing colors.
Fraser's Ridge Mittens Crochet Pattern
Using single crochet, you will create a ribbed design, which is then seamed to make the mitts, leaving a space for your thumb.
This design is inspired by the arm warmers Claire wears in Outlander season 4, episode 5 'Savages' with her Carolina shawl.
These mittens can also be worn as arm warmers.
Skill Level - Basic
This is a basic level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are creating a chain and single crochet.
Outlander Cowl Crochet Pattern
Claire’s cowl crochet pattern will allow you to create a large chunky scarf that can be wrapped around your neck twice.
Inspired by the cowl/scarf that Claire wears in Outlander season 1, episode 3 'The way out'.
Skill Level - Basic
This is a basic level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are creating a chain, single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet.
Claire's Tassel Shawl Crochet Pattern
If you have been watching the Outlander TV series, in season one, you may have noticed Claire wearing a thick brown shawl with tassels.
The design of the shawl is made so that you can wear it as a huge shawl to keep you cozy in the fall.
This means that you can wrap up in your own version of Claire's Tassel shawl!
Skill Level - Basic
This is a basic level crochet pattern and the techniques involved are creating a chain, double crochet, and half double crochet.
Outlander Knitting Patterns
If you also love knitting, check out these free Outlander knitting patterns.
- Outlander Carolina Shawl Pattern
- Claire’s Rent Shawl Knitting Pattern
- Outlander Cowl Knitting Pattern (Claire Season 1)
- Journeycake Sontag Shawl Knitting Pattern
- Jenny’s Shawl Knitting Pattern (Outlander Knit)
- Outlander Brianna Fingerless Gloves Pattern
- Outlander Claire’s Cable Knit Wrist Warmers
- Beret Knitting Pattern (Beginner Friendly!)
Disclaimer – The patterns in this collection are in no way endorsed or connected to Starz or any official Outlander patterns.
I am an independent designer who created the patterns after being inspired by knits seen worn on the TV show.
Each pattern is a close replica or has been inspired by knitwear worn during the episodes that have aired so far.
