Wave Shawl in Rowan Kidsilk Haze and Felted Tweed - Downloadable PDF

Wave Shawl in Rowan Kidsilk Haze and Felted Tweed

What is Being Made

The Wave Shawl is a triangular knitted shawl designed by Lisa Richardson, measuring approximately 104 cm (41 inches) wide by 53 cm (20¾ inches) in length from the cast-on edge to the longest point. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a sophisticated wrap suitable for layering or draping.

Craft and Construction Method

This is a knitting project worked from the top down using a combination of two premium yarn types. The shawl employs a structured construction technique that builds width through strategic yarn-over increases and decreases, creating the characteristic wave pattern throughout the design.

Stitches and Techniques Used

• Yarn-overs (yfwd) – Creates decorative eyelets and increases for shaping
• Knit stitches (K) – Forms the foundation of the fabric
• Purl stitches (P) – Adds texture and definition to edge sections
• Slip stitches (sl 1) – Used for decreasing and creating clean edges
• Knit two together (K2tog) – Single decrease for shaping
• Slip 2, knit 1, pass slipped stitches over (sl 2, K1, p2sso) – Double decrease for more pronounced shaping
• Garter stitch edging – Knit stitches on both sides create a finished border frame

Yarn and Materials

The Wave Shawl combines two distinct Rowan yarn products in a carefully coordinated color palette:

• Rowan Felted Tweed – A DK weight yarn used in three colors: French Mustard (Color A), Chestnut (Color B), and Aluminium (Color C). One 50-gram ball of each color is required.
• Rowan Kidsilk Haze – A lace-weight yarn held double throughout the project, used in two colors: Burnt Caramel (Color D) and Aegean (Color E). One 25-gram ball of each color is required.

Yarn Weight and Needle Specifications

This pattern works with DK and lace-weight yarns, combining the structure of Felted Tweed with the delicate drape of Kidsilk Haze held double. The yarn combination creates visual interest through color changes while maintaining consistent fabric integrity throughout the shawl.

Difficulty Level

Rated as intermediate, this pattern requires familiarity with basic knitting techniques including yarn-overs, various decrease methods, and the ability to follow row-by-row instructions with stitch count changes. The color changes and stitch pattern progression demand attention to detail and pattern reading skills.