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Errata: Row 11 of the written directions should read: Repeat to 1 before m, yo, k1, yo. (not repeat to 2 before marker) So sorry for the typo.
October is “Cancer Awareness” Month and I was asked if I would make a pattern as a fund raiser for the Susan G. Koman Foundation,
so…
I have not one, but two new patterns that will be released in their entirety on October 1st for this event, "Save the Ta-Ta's" and "Margaret" (please see separate pattern for info). [link text][1]
You can buy the patterns individually for $5 each or together for $8 just be sure to put them both in your cart at the same time and while we will NOT be doing either of these shawls as a KAL, we will have “stickied” threads where we can chat and post our pics on the Criminal Knits group. [link text][2]
25% of all sales through the month of October will be donated on behalf of “Criminal Knits” to the Susan G. Koman Foundation as we do our part to raise awareness that
Save The Ta-Ta's Knitted Shawl by Threebagsfulled
Project Overview
Save The Ta-Ta's is an advanced-level knitted shawl pattern created by designer Threebagsfulled (© 2012 Hilary Designs). This downloadable PDF pattern was designed for Cancer Awareness month with a charitable purpose: a portion of all proceeds from this pattern are donated to cancer research. The shawl serves as both a wearable garment and a meaningful statement piece to remind everyone of the importance of regular health screenings and early detection.
What You'll Create
This pattern produces a knitted shawl suitable for advanced knitters. The finished piece requires 560 yards of worsted weight yarn, making it a substantial project that showcases intricate knitting techniques and stitch work.
Techniques Used
The Save The Ta-Ta's shawl employs several intermediate to advanced knitting techniques that create visual interest and shaping:
- Yarn overs (yo) – used to create decorative eyelets and lace elements throughout the pattern
- Decrease stitches – including skp (slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over), ssk (slip, slip, knit), and K2tog (knit 2 together) techniques to shape the shawl
- Double decreases – sl1, K2tog, psso (slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slipped stitch over) for more pronounced shaping
- Marker placement – strategic use of stitch markers to track pattern repeats and maintain consistency
Stitches and Stitch Abbreviations
The pattern uses standard knitting abbreviations and stitches including:
- Knit (K) – fundamental knit stitch
- Yarn over (yo) – creates openwork and lace effects
- K2tog – right-leaning decrease
- Skp and ssk – left-leaning decreases (slip, knit, pass slipped stitch over; or slip, slip, knit)
- Slip stitches (sl1) – used in decrease sequences
- Pass slipped stitch over (psso) – completes double decrease sequences
- Cast on (c/o) and bind off (b/o) – edge techniques
Materials Required
To complete this shawl pattern, you will need:
- Yarn: 560 yards of worsted weight yarn
- Needles: Size 9 needles
- Notions: Stitch markers and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends
Difficulty Level
This pattern is rated as advanced and is best suited for experienced knitters who are comfortable with decrease techniques, yarn overs, and reading complex stitch patterns. The combination of multiple decrease methods and marker-based pattern tracking requires strong foundational knitting skills and attention to detail.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Worsted |
| Designer: | Threebagsfulled |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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