Freena Shawl in Berroco Gianna - Downloadable PDF

Freena Shawl in Berroco Gianna

What is Being Made

The Freena Shawl is a triangular knit shawl designed by the Berroco Design Team. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a finished shawl measuring approximately 60 inches across the top and 30 inches down the center, not including fringe. The shawl is an ideal accessory for layering and provides substantial coverage while maintaining a lightweight, wearable design.

Knitting Techniques Used

This pattern employs several key knitting techniques suitable for intermediate crafters. The primary construction method uses garter stitch, which creates a textured, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges. The pattern incorporates a specialized technique called pick up and purl, which is performed with the wrong side facing and the working yarn carried on the side of work facing you. This technique allows stitches to be picked up by inserting the right-hand needle to create new stitches from existing edges. Additionally, the pattern includes fringe finishing, which is added using a crochet hook after the main knitting is complete, providing decorative edging to the shawl.

Stitches and Stitch Details

The Freena Shawl is worked primarily in garter stitch, a fundamental knitting stitch created by knitting every row. Garter stitch is prized for its reversibility, texture, and dimensional quality. The gauge for this pattern is 20 stitches and 40 rows over 4 inches in garter stitch, measured after blocking. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining accurate finished measurements and ensuring the shawl drapes as designed.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

• Yarn: Berroco Gianna in worsted weight, color #9113 Camo. The pattern requires 4 balls of 100 grams each, providing sufficient yardage for the complete shawl.
• Knitting Needles: Size 8 (5 mm) needles or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge of 20 stitches and 40 rows per 4 inches.
• Additional Notions: A size J-10 (6 mm) crochet hook is used for adding fringe to the finished shawl edges. A tapestry needle is included for weaving in yarn ends and finishing.

Pattern Format and Difficulty

The Freena Shawl is presented as a downloadable PDF pattern with an intermediate skill level. This classification indicates the pattern is suitable for knitters with foundational knowledge who are ready to work with more complex techniques and stitch patterns. The intermediate difficulty level reflects the use of specialized techniques such as pick up and purl, as well as the importance of maintaining consistent gauge throughout the project. Knitters are advised to take time to check gauge before beginning, as accurate gauge ensures the finished shawl meets the intended measurements and drapes properly.