Bhakti

Bhakti Knitted Wrap by knidhiknits

What Is Being Made

Bhakti is an advanced asymmetric knitted wrap designed as a versatile shawl accessory. This downloadable knitting pattern produces a triangular wrap with finished measurements of 90 inches [228cm] between the tips and a depth of 20 inches [50cm], making it a substantial garment suitable for layering or wrapping.

Construction and Design Approach

The wrap follows a simple asymmetric construction method, which allows for elegant draping and a modern silhouette. The asymmetric approach means the wrap is not symmetrical from center outward, creating visual interest and a contemporary aesthetic. The pattern employs a strategic transition in stitch patterns and colorwork that evolves as the knitter progresses through the project.

Stitches and Techniques Used

Bhakti utilizes twisted rib stitches as the foundation of its textural design. The pattern begins with 1x1 twisted rib, which is worked for the first half of the wrap. As the knitter continues, the stitch pattern transitions to 2x1 twisted rib, introducing additional complexity and visual variation. This transition is accompanied by colour and textural pattern changes, creating a multi-dimensional finished piece.

The twisted rib construction—where knit and purl stitches are worked through the back loop—creates a dense, elastic fabric with excellent drape characteristics. The gauge for 1x1 twisted rib is 30 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches [10cm] after blocking, while the 2x1 twisted rib gauge is 29 stitches and 34 rows over 4 inches [10cm] after blocking. These gauges are essential for achieving the intended finished dimensions.

Yarn Requirements and Materials

The pattern calls for fingering weight yarn totaling approximately 1,259 yards [1,151m] across three distinct colors. Specifically, the pattern requires:

• 475 yards [434m] of C1 (blue)
• 410 yards [375m] of C2 (grey)
• 374 yards [342m] of C3 (olive)

The sample wrap was knitted using The Plucky Knitter Solo yarn, a premium blend of 80% Merino wool and 20% silk. This fiber composition provides both warmth and lustrous sheen, with each skein containing 434 meters and weighing 115 grams. The specific colorways used in the sample are Boots & Faded Jeans (blue), On The Rocks (grey), and Fiona (olive), though any fingering weight yarn in these color families would be suitable for the project.

Tools and Notions

To complete this advanced knitting project, the following tools are required:

• Needles: US size 4 [3.5mm] needles or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge
• Cable needles: 2 cable needles for executing cable and twist stitches
• Stitch markers: 10 stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and construction sections

Skill Level and Pattern Complexity

Bhakti is classified as an advanced knitting pattern, making it suitable for experienced knitters with solid foundational skills. The complexity arises from the combination of twisted rib techniques, color changes, textural pattern integration, and the asymmetric construction method. Knitters should be comfortable with reading complex stitch abbreviations, managing multiple yarn colors, and maintaining consistent gauge throughout the project.

The pattern includes specialized abbreviations such as 1/1/1 LPT (a three-stitch cable technique involving slipping stitches to cable needles and working through back loops), indicating that cable work and advanced stitch manipulation are integral to achieving the intended design.