Banú Wrap

Banú Wrap by Neisha Abdulla

What is Being Made

The Banú Wrap is a sophisticated knitted shawlette designed as a versatile accessory piece. With finished measurements of 15.5" width by 72.25" length, this wrap offers an elegant drape suitable for layering or wearing as a traditional wrap. The design draws inspiration from a small village in Ireland that was once a thriving medieval town, bringing together ancient and modern aesthetics in a single wearable piece.

Knitting Techniques Used

This intermediate-level knitting project employs several classic techniques to create visual interest and structure. The wrap features cable work, utilizing a cable needle to create twisted stitch patterns that add texture and dimension. Left Purl Crossovers (LPC) are incorporated into the stitch pattern, creating decorative cable elements that flow throughout the design. The construction uses blocked finishing to achieve precise measurements and even stitch definition.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The primary stitch patterns used in the Banú Wrap include:

• Broken Brocade Rib Stitch — the main stitch pattern that forms the foundation of the wrap's texture
• Knit and Purl combinations — alternating knit and purl stitches create ribbed sections that provide elasticity and visual structure
• Cable stitches — twisted stitches created with a cable needle add dimensional detail and sophistication
• Left Purl Crossovers (LPC) — decorative cable elements that enhance the wrap's textural complexity

The stitch gauge is 21 stitches and 34.5 rows over 4 inches when worked in Broken Brocade Rib Stitch and blocked, ensuring proper fit and drape.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Banú Wrap is worked in DK weight yarn, specifically Knit Picks City Tweed™. This yarn blend combines 55% Merino Wool, 25% Superfine Alpaca, and 20% Donegal Tweed, offering a balance of warmth, softness, and subtle texture. The yarn provides 123 yards per 50-gram ball, and the pattern requires 7 balls total to complete the wrap.

The project calls for US 6 (4mm) straight or circular needles measuring 24" or longer, allowing flexibility in needle choice based on personal preference. Knitters may also use stitch markers (optional) to help track pattern repeats and cable placements throughout the construction.

Project Specifications

This is a downloadable PDF pattern from Knit Picks, designed by Neisha Abdulla. The pattern is classified as intermediate difficulty, making it suitable for knitters with some experience who are comfortable working with cables and following multi-row stitch patterns. The wrap represents a thoughtful design that merges historical inspiration with contemporary knitting techniques.