The Sunburst Mosaic Triangle: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Bohemian Wall Hanging

Introduction

This isn't your grandmother's granny square; it's a modern, mosaic-inspired triangle that builds into a stunning boho wall hanging or a unique throw pillow. The interplay of textured stitches and a sunburst color gradient creates a piece that feels both handcrafted and artisanal. Whether you're a seasoned crocheter or a confident beginner, this pattern will guide you through creating a beautiful, textured triangle that can be used as a standalone wall hanging, a pillow cover, or even a decorative throw. The warm, sun-faded color palette—from soft cream to deep rust—adds a bohemian touch to any space.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton (worsted weight; 100% cotton) in 4 colors:
  • Color A (Cream) – approx. 50 yds
  • Color B (Burnt Orange) – approx. 50 yds
  • Color C (Terracotta) – approx. 50 yds
  • Color D (Deep Rust) – approx. 50 yds
  Approx. 200 yds total.
• Hook: Size G (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Gauge: First 4 rounds = 4 inches across at the widest point
• Other: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, stitch markers (optional), wooden dowel or branch for hanging (optional), pillow form (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Notes

This pattern is worked in the round, turning at the end of each round to create a reversible, textured fabric. The triangle is formed by increasing at the center point and both outer edges. Always turn your work after joining with a slip stitch at the end of each round.

Special Stitches

• dc2tog (double crochet two together): Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops (2 loops on hook). Yarn over, insert hook into next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops (3 loops on hook). Yarn over, pull through all three loops.
• tr (treble crochet): Yarn over twice, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.

Pattern

Round 1 (Color A)

Make a magic ring. Ch 3 (counts as dc), 2 dc in ring, ch 2, 3 dc in ring, ch 2, 3 dc in ring. Ch 2, join with sl st to top of ch-3. (3 dc groups, 3 ch-2 spaces). Turn.

Round 2 (Color B)

Join Color B in any ch-2 space. Ch 3 (counts as dc), (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same space (corner made). *Ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next ch-2 space (corner). Repeat from * once more. Ch 1, join with sl st to top of ch-3. Turn. (3 corners, 3 ch-1 spaces)

Round 3 (Color C)

Join Color C in any corner ch-2 space. Ch 3, (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same space. *Ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner space. Repeat from * twice more. Ch 1, 3 dc in last ch-1 space, ch 1, join with sl st. Turn.

Round 4 (Color D)

Join Color D in any corner ch-2 space. Ch 3, (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same space. *Ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in next corner space. Repeat from * twice more. Ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, 3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1, join with sl st. Turn.

Round 5 (Color A)

Join Color A in any corner ch-2 space. Ch 3, (2 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in same space. *Ch 1, (3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1) across to next corner, (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc) in corner space. Repeat from * twice more. Ch 1, (3 dc in next ch-1 space, ch 1) across to end, join with sl st. Turn.

Rounds 6-8

Repeat Round 5, alternating colors in the following order: Round 6 (Color B), Round 7 (Color C), Round 8 (Color D).

Round 9 (Color A)

Join Color A in any corner ch-2 space. Ch 1, sc in same space. *Sc in each dc across to next ch-1 space, sc in ch-1 space, repeat from * across side, (sc, ch 2, sc) in corner space. Repeat from * around, ending with sc in last corner space, ch 2, join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Finishing

Block the triangle to shape, pinning out the points. For a wall hanging, attach a wooden dowel or branch to the top edge with yarn tassels. For a pillow, crochet a second triangle and seam together, leaving an opening for a pillow form.