Sloane Shawl

Sloane Shawl by Annie Haas

Project Overview

The Sloane Shawl is a simple yet elegant knitted shawl designed by Annie Haas of This.bird.knits Designs. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a versatile garment suitable for dressing up or down, making it an ideal addition to any wardrobe. The shawl is specifically designed as a beginner-friendly project, welcoming knitters of all skill levels to explore its textured construction.

What Is Being Made

The Sloane Shawl is a triangular shawl worked from the center outward. After blocking, the finished shawl measures 26 1/2 inches in height from the center cast-on edge, 58 inches in length along the longest edge, and 38 inches in diagonal length. This generous sizing makes it suitable for wearing as a wrap or shoulder accessory.

Stitch Techniques and Pattern Details

The Sloane Shawl features a textured stitch pattern based on Moss stitch, one of the designer's favorite stitches. Moss stitch creates a subtle, bumpy texture by alternating knit and purl stitches in a specific sequence, producing visual interest without requiring complex colorwork or intricate shaping. The shawl incorporates a garter stitch border, which provides a clean, finished edge and helps frame the textured central pattern. The construction begins with a long-tail cast-on of just 5 stitches, which are then increased throughout the pattern to achieve the triangular shawl shape.

Stitches Used

• Moss Stitch: The primary textured stitch creating the body of the shawl
• Garter Stitch: Used for the border, created by knitting every row
• Long Tail Cast-On: The method used to cast on the initial 5 stitches

Materials and Tools Required

The Sloane Shawl requires approximately 600 yards of worsted weight yarn, making it an efficient project that doesn't require excessive yardage. The suggested needle size is US 8 (5.0 mm), which pairs well with worsted weight yarn to create the proper fabric density and drape. Additional materials include two stitch markers or waste yarn to mark pattern sections, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends after completion.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 15 stitches and 25 rows over a 4 by 4 inch square, measured after blocking. The designer emphasizes the importance of checking gauge before beginning to ensure the finished shawl meets the intended measurements. All finished measurements listed in the pattern are taken after blocking, which helps even out the stitches and allows the textured Moss stitch pattern to fully develop and relax into its final form.

Skill Level

Rated as a beginner-friendly pattern, the Sloane Shawl is accessible to knitters new to shawl construction. The straightforward stitch pattern and simple increases make this an excellent project for developing fundamental knitting skills while creating a beautiful, wearable garment.