How to Crochet a Triangle
If you’ve ever wanted to make a shawl, bandana, or just practice shaping, knowing how to crochet a triangle is a must-have skill. The good news? It’s super easy—and once you learn the basic setup, you can size it up or down however you like.
This triangle uses double crochet stitches (or single crochets) and grows one row at a time from the center out. Great for beginners and perfect for using up leftover yarn!
Materials You’ll Need
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Any yarn you love (we recommend our chenille yarn for a super soft triangle!)
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Crochet hook that matches your yarn weight
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Scissors
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Yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
Basic Triangle Instructions
Row 1:
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Ch 3
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In 3rd ch from hook: 2 dc
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Turn
Row 2:
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Ch 2 (counts as first dc)
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Dc in same stitch
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Dc in next stitch
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2 dc in last stitch
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Turn (You now have 5 stitches)
Row 3:
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Ch 2
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Dc in same stitch
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Dc across until last stitch
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2 dc in last stitch
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Turn
Repeat Row 3 until your triangle reaches the size you want!
You can also use sc in this pattern, and it works great! (Just subtract 1 from each ch part and it’s perfect).
Each row adds one stitch, creating a symmetrical triangle that grows from the tip upward. You can stop after a few rows for a tiny triangle or keep going for a full-sized shawl!
Fun Ways to Use Crochet Triangles
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Make a mini bandana or hair kerchief
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Create a pennant-style garland by stringing a few together
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Use it as a base for a shawl or capelet
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Stitch into granny-style triangle motifs for blankets
Want to add texture? Try using half double crochet or mixing in bobbles or mesh rows!
Now that you know how to crochet a triangle, the creative possibilities are endless. Whether you’re building toward a big wearable or just playing with shaping, this is a skill that’ll pop up in so many future projects.
Grab your favorite yarn from our soft and beginner-friendly collection, and get ready to stitch up some sharp angles!