Vinalhaven Wrap in Berroco Modern Cotton - 3-11 - Downloadable PDF

Vinalhaven Wrap by Kirsten Kapur – Knitting Pattern Summary

The Vinalhaven Wrap is a beautifully designed knitted wrap created by designer Kirsten Kapur and published by Berroco as part of their Portfolio Vol. 3 collection. This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and is rated Intermediate in skill level, making it an excellent project for knitters who are comfortable with basic techniques and ready to explore elegant lace patterning in a larger, more rewarding piece.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is a generously sized rectangular wrap measuring approximately 22 inches wide by 62 inches long. This is a one-size pattern, offering a versatile accessory that can be worn draped over the shoulders, wrapped around the neck, or styled in a variety of ways. The resulting piece is lightweight yet substantial, making it suitable for three-season wear as a stylish layering accessory.

Techniques Used

• Lace knitting – The wrap features lace patterning that creates an open, decorative fabric with visual texture and elegance. Lace in knitting is typically achieved through a combination of yarn overs and decreases that form deliberate holes and motifs within the fabric.
• Worked flat – The wrap is constructed by working back and forth in rows rather than in the round, which is the traditional method for producing flat, rectangular pieces such as wraps and scarves.
• Bamboo Stitch pattern – The gauge and pattern notes reference a Bamboo Pat (Bamboo Pattern), which is a textured stitch pattern that gives the fabric a woven, organic appearance reminiscent of bamboo stalks. This stitch adds visual interest beyond simple stockinette and is a key design element of the wrap.
• Stockinette stitch – Standard stockinette stitch is also referenced in the gauge information, suggesting it plays a supporting role in the overall fabric construction.
• Stitch marker usage – The pattern calls for 4 stitch markers, indicating that sections of the pattern are divided and tracked using markers, a common technique in lace and textured knitting to help maintain pattern repeats accurately.

Stitches Used

• Bamboo Pattern (Bamboo Pat) – A textured stitch pattern that forms the primary fabric of the wrap; gauge is 21 stitches and 22 rows = 4 inches in this stitch.
• Stockinette Stitch (St st) – Used as a gauge reference at 19 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches, and likely present in portions of the construction.
• Lace stitches – Yarn overs and paired decreases that create the open, decorative lace elements throughout the wrap.

Materials – Yarn

The pattern is designed specifically for Berroco Modern Cotton, a worsted weight yarn sold in 100g hanks. The recommended colorway shown is #1654 Bluebird. The pattern requires 5 hanks of this yarn, and the designer notes that the sample wrap consumed all but approximately 10 grams of the total yardage — knitters are advised to consider purchasing an extra hank as a precaution to avoid running short.

Berroco Modern Cotton is a blend that combines the softness and breathability of cotton with the smooth stitch definition that makes lace and textured patterns show up beautifully. Its worsted weight provides enough body for a wrap that holds its shape while remaining comfortable and wearable across seasons.

Materials – Needles and Notions

• Circular or straight needles, size US 7 (4.50 mm) – or the size needed to achieve the correct gauge. Circular needles are often preferred for larger flat projects as they can accommodate the full width of the wrap comfortably.
• 4 stitch markers – used to delineate pattern sections throughout the work.

Gauge

Achieving accurate gauge is essential for this pattern. The designer emphasizes taking time to check gauge before beginning. The two gauge measurements to match are: