Product Description
Imagine romance in Paris, a concert in Vienna, an afternoon stroll in Prague, a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon in California's vineyards, a coffee break at work, or a cup of tea on your back porch. This shawl is meant to be worn at any moment you want to feel fabulous! The sideways construction, while simple, will hold your interest with all the twists and turns along the way. This shawl features the beautiful Cabernet Cable, modern, yet classic at the same time.
Yarn:
Fingering or DK merino (wool) yarn with great stitch definition.
Sample shown uses: Cephalopod Yarns, Traveller, Maison de Peuple colorway
Sizes:
M (using fingering weight yarns) L (using DK weight yarns)
Size is easily customizable by using different weight yarns and needle size. However, these changes will influence your yardage and finished measurements.
Measurements:
wingspan: about 50 (54)" / 127 (137)cm length: about 60 (68)" / 152 (173)cm depth: 16.5 (18)" / 42 (
Cabernet Sauvignon Knit Shawl by Monika Sirna
What Is Being Made
The Cabernet Sauvignon is an elegant knit shawl designed by independent designer Monika Sirna. This versatile accessory is crafted to be worn at any occasion—from romantic evenings and cultural outings to casual moments at home. The shawl combines modern sensibility with classic appeal, making it suitable for both special occasions and everyday wear.
Construction Method
This shawl features a sideways construction, a technique that creates visual interest through the directional flow of the knitting. While the sideways building method is described as straightforward in execution, the pattern incorporates numerous twists and turns that maintain knitter engagement throughout the project. This construction approach allows the shawl to develop its characteristic shape and drape as you work from side to side rather than from top to bottom.
Signature Stitch and Design Elements
The Cabernet Sauvignon showcases the Cabernet Cable, a beautiful cable stitch pattern that serves as the focal point of the design. This cable motif balances modern design sensibilities with timeless, classic styling. The combination of cable work with the sideways construction creates depth and visual complexity that rewards careful attention during knitting.
Yarn and Materials
This pattern is designed for DK weight yarn, a versatile yarn weight that provides excellent stitch definition for cable work. The appropriate needle size will be specified within the pattern documentation to achieve proper gauge and fabric characteristics.
Skill Level
The Cabernet Sauvignon is rated as an advanced knitting project. While the sideways construction itself is described as straightforward, the cable techniques and pattern complexity require solid knitting experience and familiarity with cable stitches.
Pattern Format
This is a downloadable PDF pattern that includes comprehensive instructions and helpful resources. The pattern documentation spans multiple pages, with pages 4 and 5 recommended for full-color printing to preserve important pattern information. Additional reference materials on pages 8-10 provide helpful tips and frequently asked questions for knitters working through the project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK |
| Pages: | 13 |
| Designer: | Monika Sirna |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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