Product Description
A long, curved, short-row shawlette in garter stitch — with all of its wondrous, texture-y, squishy, warmth-giving goodness.
A bit of lace at the top edge and some hug-the-curve ribbing along the bottom, and there you have it.
Earlier versions of the pattern may be missing Row 14 (page 3) in the 'End of Top Edge' section. Row 14 should be: k2, p3 tog, k2.
Row 43 (page 4) should read: Repeat Row 42. (Not Row 22)
The pattern sample used all but 2 g. of a full skein of Starry. Although, it sounds as if others have run out of yarn before they've run out of pattern, so as Sheri of Loopy Ewe fame so sagely put it: "watch your yardage on the ruffle and end it when you need to end it."
Pleiades Shawlette by Beth Kling
What is Being Made
Pleiades is a shallow, curved shawlette designed by Beth Kling. This knitted accessory features elegant drape and finished measurements of 8.5 inches deep and 69 inches wide, making it a versatile piece suitable for layering or wearing as a lightweight wrap. The shallow curve design provides comfortable wear while maintaining visual interest through strategic stitch placement.
Knitting Techniques Used
This advanced-level shawlette employs several fundamental knitting techniques to create its distinctive shape and texture. The pattern begins with a single cast-on stitch and uses knit front and back (kfb) increases to establish the initial stitch count. Yarn overs (yo) are used throughout to create decorative openwork and lace elements that add visual lightness to the finished piece. Decreases including knit 2 together (k2tog), slip-slip-knit (ssk), and knit 3 together (k3tog) are strategically placed to shape the shawl and balance the increases. The pattern incorporates both garter stitch sections, created by knitting every row, and purl stitches that add textural contrast and definition to the design.
Stitches and Stitch Abbreviations
The pattern uses the following stitches and abbreviations:
- k = knit
- p = purl
- st(s) = stitch(es)
- yo = yarn over
- k2tog = knit 2 together
- k3tog = knit 3 together
- kfb = knit front and back
- ssk = slip, slip, knit
- sl = slip
Materials and Yarn Weight
Pleiades is worked in 4-ply yarn weight, which provides excellent stitch definition and drape. The pattern requires 1 skein of Dream in Color Starry yarn, containing 450 yards from 113 grams of fiber. This generous yardage allows for the shawlette's impressive 69-inch width. The project is worked on US size 5 (3.75mm) circular needles measuring 32 inches, which accommodate the growing stitch count as the shawl expands from its single cast-on stitch. A tapestry needle is needed for weaving in ends after completion.
Gauge and Finishing
The pattern specifies a gauge of 20 stitches and 40 rows to 4 inches in garter stitch after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished measurements of 8.5 inches deep and 69 inches wide. Blocking is recommended to set the stitches and enhance the shawl's drape and final appearance.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 1 |
| Designer: | Beth Kling |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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