Make This Cozy Chunky Shawl — Free Step-by-Step Knitting Pattern

Wrap yourself in warmth with this easy knitted chunky shawl pattern. Worked from the bottom up in garter stitch with regular increases on odd rows, this triangle shawl is perfect for beginners who want a quick, satisfying project that results in a soft, textured accessory. Below you'll find materials, finished sizes, gauge, step-by-step instructions, and finishing ideas to customize your shawl.

Tools and Materials for the Chunky Shawl

• Lion Brand® Wool-Ease® Thick & Quick® Metallics Yarn in Galaxy – 3-4 skeins
• Straight needles – size L, 8 mm
• Circular knitting needles – size 8 mm
• Knitting needle stoppers

Chunky Knit Shawl – Free Pattern

Finished Size:

• small ~ 30″ x 30″ x 42″ (2 skeins)
• medium ~ 33″ x 33″ x 54″ (3 skeins)
• large ~ 38″ x 38″ x 65″ (4 skeins)

Knitting Gauge:

10 sts – 16 rows = 4″ (10 cm)

In summary, the shawl is worked from the bottom up, in the flat. You will increase every other row (odd rows). Knit all stitches for even rows.

First, cast on 2 stitches with straight needles (STEP 1 below).

Row 1: wyif sl – with yarn in front, slip the first stitch by moving it from the left needle to the right one; yo – put the yarn over your right needle, k – knit the last stitch – 3 stitches (STEP 2 on the photo).

Row 2: wyif sl, k to the end of the row (including yo stitches – 3 stitches) – STEP 3.

Row 3: wyif sl, yo, k to the end of the row until there is 1 stitch on the left needle. yo, k the last stitch – 5 stitches, STEP 4.

Row 4: wyif sl, k to the end of the row – 5 stitches, STEP 5.

Keep repeating rows 3 and 4 – STEP 6. Also, when your straight needles become too short to hold all the stitches, switch to circular needles.

As illustrated, you will see a beautiful selvage (self-forming edge) on the side of your shawl. Significantly, it gives your shawl a polished look.

Continue with garter stitch until you use almost all the yarn. Now it is time to close all the stitches with a bind-off technique.

Bind-Off Technique for Chunky Knit Shawl

Firstly, insert your empty needle through the back posts of the first 2 stitches, grab the yarn, and pull it through (knit 2 stitches together through the back loop – k2tog tbl).

As a result, you’ll have one stitch on your right needle. Slip it back to the left needle and repeat the same step until all the stitches are closed.

Finishing Touches

When adding the finishing touches to your chunky knit shawl, consider incorporating unique embellishments such as fringe, tassels, or decorative buttons to add a touch of personality and flair. These extra details can elevate your shawl from a simple accessory to a true fashion statement.

Don’t be afraid to get creative and experiment with different textures and colors to make your shawl truly one-of-a-kind. Once you have put the final touches on your masterpiece, you’ll be ready to explore different ways to style and wear your triangle shawl, showcasing your knitting skills with pride.