What you'll need
| One size only: | 47" wingspan- 19.5" depth |
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Olann Sock-Lite -
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Product Description
This knit shawl is designed in collaboration with Wildfiber Studio in Santa Monica, CA! It was originally created for the 2020 L.A. Yarn Crawl in March.
Crystal Carousel is a half-circle pi shawl knit with large stripes of stockinette and hexagonal lace. It uses 1 hank each of 2 colors of sock weight yarn to create a shawl with a 47” wingspan and 19.5” depth, with an elegantly smooth, round outer edge. The hexagonal lace is created with just an 8-stitch repeat, which is easy to remember and knit up while having conversations with friends or watching a show.
Model shawl uses Olann Sock Lite in colorways Promenade and Gloaming.
Crystal Carousel Knit Half-Circle Pi Shawl
What is Being Made
The Crystal Carousel is a half-circle pi shawl designed by Kjosen Day and originally created in collaboration with Wildfiber Studio in Santa Monica, CA for the 2020 L.A. Yarn Crawl. This shawl features a generous wingspan of 47 inches and a depth of 19.5 inches, making it a substantial and wearable accessory. The design showcases an elegantly smooth, round outer edge that frames the body beautifully.
Design and Construction Techniques
Crystal Carousel employs a striking two-color construction using large stripes of stockinette stitch alternating with hexagonal lace sections. The pi shawl construction method creates the characteristic half-circle shape that drapes gracefully. The pattern is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring a simple 8-stitch repeat for the hexagonal lace motif. This straightforward repeat is easy to memorize and maintain while knitting, making it suitable for knitters who want to work on their project during social activities or while watching television without requiring constant pattern reference.
Stitches Used
- Stockinette Stitch – forms the large striped sections that create visual contrast and texture variation throughout the shawl
- Hexagonal Lace – an 8-stitch repeat pattern that provides delicate openwork and visual interest while remaining beginner-friendly
Materials and Yarn Requirements
Crystal Carousel is knit with sock weight yarn (3-ply), requiring 1 hank each of 2 coordinating colors. This yardage and weight combination creates a shawl with excellent drape and wearability. The two-color approach allows crafters to explore color combinations while maintaining the elegant striped aesthetic of the finished piece.
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as beginner difficulty, making it an excellent choice for knitters new to shawl construction or lace knitting. The simple 8-stitch repeat and clear construction method remove barriers to entry while still delivering a sophisticated, finished garment.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 3 Ply |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Designer: | Kjosen Day |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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