Looking for the perfect cozy accessory to wear all winter long? You’re going to love the Chunky Suzette Pocket Shawl crochet pattern. This soft, textured crochet pocket shawl is designed for both comfort and style, featuring the beautiful Suzette stitch that gives it a rich, squishy feel.
The thick, chunky fabric makes it ideal for layering on chilly days, while the deep pockets keep your hands warm and your look stylish. Whether you’re relaxing at home or heading out for a winter walk, this easy crochet shawl is just what you need in your winter wardrobe!
Why You’ll Love This Crochet Pattern
- Features the Suzette stitch, a simple combination of single and double crochet that creates soft, squishy texture and elegant drape
- Worked flat in rows for a straightforward, beginner-friendly construction
- Finished with oversized pockets and lush fringe for a stylish, boho-inspired look
- Uses two strands of Mary Maxim Prism DK yarn held together to achieve a bulky weight without heaviness
- The self-striping gradient yarn creates unique colour blends and transitions; no two shawls look exactly alike
- Overall this crochet pattern is a quick, satisfying project that turns simple stitches into a beautifully textured statement piece
Key Takeaways
- The Pocket Shawl crochet pattern features a cozy, textured design using the Suzette stitch for a plush feel.
- It includes oversized pockets, making it stylish and functional, perfect for winter layering.
- Crocheters enjoy it for its quick construction, beginner-friendly instructions, and the use of vibrant self-striping yarn.
- The pattern is available with a step-by-step video tutorial and tips for yarn substitutions and gauge adjustments.
Watch the Step-by-Step Video Tutorial
Join me for a step-by-step tutorial on the Chunky Suzette Pocket Shawl. In this video, you’ll first learn how to crochet the shawl flat in rows using the classic suzette stitch, then how to make the pockets separately and seam them onto the shawl, and lastly, how to finish the piece with fringe for a polished look.
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Yarn Needed
Mary Maxim Prism (CDN) DK Weight #3, 290yds/100g, 100% Acrylic Shown in Desert Sunset
Hold together 2 Strands of Yarn to create a Bulky Weight
One Size: 7 Balls needed or 1900 Yards
Shawl 14.25″ x 60.5″
Pocket 8.5″ x 8″
Yarn Substitutions and Tips for Gauge
If Prism isn’t available, don’t worry, this pattern is versatile and works with other DK yarns held double or bulky weight yarns. Some excellent substitutions include:
- Colorfusion (CDN) – 325 yards/100g
- Lion Brand mandala – 590 yds/150g
- King Cole Riot DK – 322yDS/100g
- Swish Pops– 246 yds/100g
- Lion Brand Hue + Me – 137 yds/100g
- Mary Maxim Marvelous Chunky (cdn site) – 270 yds/200g
- Premier Puzzle Yarn– 328 yds/200g
- Swish Bulky – 137 yds/100g
Before you start, create a gauge swatch in Suzette stitch and adjust your hook size until you achieve the pattern’s gauge. This ensures your finished shawl measures approximately 60.5″ long by 14.25″ wide and maintains that perfect drape and fit.
Gauge
Suzette Stitch: 11 sts and 10 rows equal to 4″ in pattern with 8mm hook
Crochet Hook Needed
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Construction
The Chunky Suzette Pocket Shawl is worked flat in rows to create a long, rectangular base. The pockets are crocheted separately from the bottom up, then sewn onto each end of the shawl for a functional and stylish finish. Fringe is added evenly across both ends to complete the look. Throughout the pattern, two strands of yarn are held together to create a bulky-weight fabric with a rich, blended texture.
Why Crocheters Are Loving It
This shawl pattern has become a community favourite because it’s:
- Quick to make (only takes a couple of evenings)
- As a result, even beginners can create a professional-looking finish.
- Perfect for using up your DK yarn stash
- Easy to personalize with colour and fringe variations
Every time you work it up, it feels fresh and unique. This easy crochet pattern is perfect for creating gifts for friends and family.
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This pattern requires a beginner skill level.
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The Suzette Stitch creates a beautifully textured fabric by working a single crochet and a double crochet into the same stitch, skipping the next stitch, and repeating this sequence across the row.
Pocket Shawl Crochet Pattern
Notes:
- One size: 60.5″ long by 14.25″ wide
- Stitch pattern is worked over a multiple of 2 + 1
- Hold two strands of yarn with similar colours together
- Work as many rows as needed to reach 60.5″ in length
- You will need 7 balls of yarn; for ease, work with 8 balls or separate out the 7th ball to match like colours
- The shawl is worked in rows. Pockets are made separately and sewn onto the scarf
Row 1 (RS):
Loosely ch 40, * 1 sc in the back bump of the 2nd ch from hook, 1 dc in next ch; rep from * across to last st, 1 sc in last st, turn—39 sts.
Row 2 (WS):
Ch 1, (1 sc, 1 dc) in first st, sk st, * (1 sc, 1 dc) next st, sk st; rep from * across, sc in last st, turn—39 sts.
Rows 3-149:
Ch 1, (1 sc, 1 dc) in first st, sk st, * (1 sc, 1 dc) next st, sk st; rep from * across, sc in last st, turn—39 sts. Work rows of suzette stitch until the shawl is approximately 60.5″, ending on the RS of work. Fasten off and weave in tails.
Pocket – Make 2
Row 1 (RS):
Loosely ch 24, * 1 sc in the back bump of the 2nd ch from hook, 1 dc in next ch; rep from * across to last st, 1 sc in last st, turn—23 sts.
Row 2 (WS):
Ch 1, (1 sc, 1 dc) in first st, sk st, * (1 sc, 1 dc) next st, sk st; rep from * across, sc in last st, turn—23 sts.
Rows 3-18:
Ch 1, (1 sc, 1 dc) in first st, sk st, * (1 sc, 1 dc) next st, sk st; rep from * across, sc in last st, turn—23 sts.
Row 19:
Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn—23 sts.
Rows 20-21:
Ch 1, 1 sc in each st across, turn—23 sts. Fasten off with a long tail, approximately twice the length of the three sides to be sewn to the shawl. Using the yarn needle and the tail, sew one pocket to each end of the scarf, spacing it evenly and positioning it about 2 rows up from the bottom edge.
Fringe Instructions
- Cut fringe lengths at 15–16″
- Use 4 pieces of fringe for every 39 stitches across both ends of the scarf, for a total of 312 pieces.
- Arrange fringe to follow the gradual fade of the yarn on both ends of the scarf.
- Insert your crochet hook through a RS stitch, fold 4 pieces of fringe in half, and pull the loop through with the hook.
- Knot to secure the fringe in place.
- Work through each stitch across both ends of the scarf, adding fringe as you go.
- Trim the ends with scissors so the fringe is even. Steam fringe if needed.
Final Finishing
To complete your project, add a personalized garment tag and secure it with leather rivets or embroidery thread.
Final Thoughts
Finally, the Chunky Suzette Pocket Shawl Crochet Pattern is a perfect mix of comfort, texture, and timeless style. It’s quick to make, endlessly wearable, and an ideal project for crocheters of all levels. Whether you’re crocheting one for yourself or gifting it to someone special, this shawl will keep you warm and stylish all season long.
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