What you'll need
| Shawl: | Small | Medium | Large |
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Kettle Yarn Co Westminster - Gold Rush
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1 | 2 | 2 |
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The Uncommon Thread Merino lace -
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1 | 1 | 1 |
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The Uncommon Thread Heavenly lace -
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1 | 1 | 1 |
Product Description
The Pebble Beach Shawlette is a light crescent shaped accessory, perfect for keeping off chilly sea breezes while at the beach. This accessory is knit with one or two skeins of luxury yarn - in a different weight for each size, and is the perfect travel and holiday knitting project.
A simple yet effective lace pattern means this project can be packed alongside your craft magazines and chick-lit beach reading. It drapes beautifully across the shoulders and the picot bind off gives a polished finish like the stones on Brighton Beach.
Instructions are written in my percentage checklist style. There aren't any charts included because the lace is simple and easy to memorise.
Pebble Beach Shawlette by Helen Stewart
What Is Being Made
The Pebble Beach Shawlette is a light, crescent-shaped knitted accessory designed as a versatile shoulder wrap. This shawlette is specifically crafted to provide warmth against chilly sea breezes while maintaining a delicate, elegant aesthetic. The design drapes beautifully across the shoulders, making it an ideal layering piece for beach settings and coastal climates. Its compact crescent shape and portable nature make it perfect for travel and holiday knitting projects.
Design and Construction
This intermediate-level knitting project features a simple yet effective lace pattern that creates visual interest without requiring complex stitch work. The shawlette is finished with a picot bind off, which provides a polished, decorative edge reminiscent of smooth pebbles found on Brighton Beach. The lace pattern allows for breathability while the crescent silhouette offers practical coverage for the shoulders and upper body.
Techniques Used
- Lace knitting for creating openwork pattern details
- Picot bind off for a decorative, finished edge
- Shaping techniques to create the crescent silhouette
- Shoulder draping construction methods
Stitches and Stitch Work
The Pebble Beach Shawlette employs a simple lace stitch pattern that is accessible for intermediate knitters. The lace work is straightforward enough to knit alongside leisure reading, making it an excellent portable project. The picot bind off adds a refined finishing touch to the edges.
Materials and Yarn Requirements
The shawlette is designed to be knit with one or two skeins of luxury yarn, with different yarn weights recommended depending on the size being created. The pattern accommodates multiple size options:
- Small size: Approximately 400m/437yds total yardage
- Medium and Large sizes: Available with adjusted yardage requirements
- Yarn weight options: Fingering weight or sock weight yarn, with skeins of approximately 100g
- Alternative yardage: Approximately 650m of fingering weight yarn may be used for slightly smaller yardage requirements
Finished Measurements
The Small size measures approximately 140cm (55") diameter across the straight top edge, creating a generous crescent that drapes elegantly across the shoulders.
Needles
The pattern calls for straight needles appropriate to the yarn weight being used, allowing for comfortable knitting of this portable project.
Project Overview
The Pebble Beach Shawlette is an ideal intermediate knitting project for crafters seeking a sophisticated accessory that combines practical warmth with elegant design. Its simple lace pattern, manageable yardage requirements, and portable size make it perfect for knitters who want to work on a beach-themed project during travel or holiday periods. The finished shawlette offers versatile styling options and a polished appearance suitable for both casual and refined occasions.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Pages: | 0 |
| Designer: | Helen Stewart |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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