Fashionably Lace

Fashionably Lace by Mary Triplett

What is Being Made

Fashionably Lace is a knitted lace scarf designed by Mary Triplett. This downloadable PDF pattern creates an elegant accessory with finished measurements of 9 inches across and 76 inches long. The scarf features four different lace patterns that work together seamlessly, making it a versatile piece that can add uniqueness and sophistication to any outfit.

Pattern Design and Structure

The scarf is constructed using a thoughtful combination of four distinct lace patterns that are easy to memorize and track while remaining visually interesting throughout the project. The design begins with a decorative border section that establishes the foundation for the body of the scarf. This structured approach makes the pattern accessible for intermediate-level knitters who want to expand their lace-knitting skills without overwhelming complexity.

Techniques Used

This pattern employs fundamental lace-knitting techniques that create openwork and visual interest. The primary methods include:

• Yarn overs (YO) to create the characteristic holes and eyelets that define lace fabric
• Decreases including slip-slip-knit (SSK) and knit-two-together (K2tog) to balance yarn overs and maintain stitch count
• Purl stitches interspersed throughout to add texture and definition to the lace patterns
• Chart reading for the border section, which helps knitters visualize the pattern progression

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The border section demonstrates the core stitches used throughout the pattern. Row 1 establishes a repeating motif of yarn overs paired with SSK decreases, separated by purl stitches. Row 2 creates a reverse stockinette section with knit stitches on a purl background. Row 3 reverses the decrease direction using K2tog paired with yarn overs, creating a balanced lace effect. This four-row repeat is worked three additional times to create a substantial border foundation before transitioning into the body patterns. The combination of knit, purl, yarn over, and decrease stitches creates the openwork characteristic of lace knitting.

Materials and Specifications

This pattern calls for light fingering weight yarn, requiring approximately 620 yards (110 grams) of yarn. The pattern was photographed using Marianated Yarns Shepherd's Cut Light Fingering, a 100% superwash merino yarn in the colorway Raspberry Beret. This yarn comes in 150-gram skeins with 820 yards per skein, meaning one skein provides more than enough yardage, with approximately 200 yards (40 grams) remaining for future projects.

Knitters will need one set of US 5/3.75mm double-point needles to work this pattern. The specified gauge is 5.5 stitches and 7 rows per 1 inch, which is typical for light fingering weight lace knitting. The pattern begins with a cast-on of 52 stitches, which creates the 9-inch width when worked at the correct gauge.

Skill Level and Accessibility

Rated as an intermediate difficulty pattern, Fashionably Lace is designed for knitters who have mastered basic stitches and are ready to explore lace techniques. The emphasis on easy-to-memorize patterns makes this an excellent project for building confidence with yarn overs and decreases while creating a beautiful, wearable finished object. The downloadable PDF format allows knitters to reference the pattern on their preferred devices and print copies as needed.