Massey Wrap

Massey Wrap by Laura Chau

What is Being Made

The Massey Wrap is a versatile lacy wrap designed by Laura Chau that functions as both a scarf and a stole depending on how it is worn and styled. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a finished piece measuring 13 inches wide by 80 inches long when blocked, making it ideal for spring layering and everyday wear. The wrap's dual functionality allows crafters to scrunch it up as a traditional scarf or expand it to wear as a larger stole, providing flexibility in styling options.

Techniques and Construction

The Massey Wrap is knit on the bias, a technique that creates diagonal lines throughout the fabric and contributes to the garment's elegant drape and versatility. One of the standout features of this design is its reversibility—both sides of the wrap are intentionally beautiful and wearable. The knit-as-you-go I-cord edges are worked directly into the piece during construction, creating neat and finished edges without requiring separate finishing steps. This technique adds a polished, professional appearance to the completed wrap.

The stitch pattern used in the Massey Wrap was inspired by "Another Lacy Rib" from Lynne Barr's book Reversible Knitting, demonstrating how the design draws from established reversible knitting principles to achieve its two-sided appeal.

Stitches Used

The Massey Wrap features an easy lace pattern that combines fundamental knitting stitches to create its distinctive reversible design. The stitch abbreviations and techniques referenced in the pattern include:

• k (knit) — the basic knit stitch
• k2tog (knit two together) — a decrease stitch that reduces stitch count
• p (purl) — the basic purl stitch
• psso (pass slipped stitch over) — a decrease technique used in lace patterns
• kwise (knitwise) — inserting the needle as if to knit
• pwise (purlwise) — inserting the needle as if to purl

One side of the wrap features a geometric diamond pattern, while the reverse displays a wide and lacy rib structure. The lace pattern is described as easy to work, making it accessible for intermediate knitters despite the sophisticated appearance of the finished fabric.

Materials

The Massey Wrap is designed to be knit in fingering weight yarn, requiring a total of 860 yards (780 meters) of yarn. The pattern specifies Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock in the colorway Cranberry, which consists of 80% superwash wool and 20% nylon. This fiber blend provides durability and easy care while maintaining the softness of wool. Four skeins of Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock are needed to complete the project, with each skein containing 215 yards (195 meters) of yarn per 2 ounces (57 grams).

The pattern accommodates both 3-ply and 4-ply yarn weights, allowing knitters flexibility in yarn selection while maintaining the intended finished dimensions. Appropriate knitting needles for fingering weight yarn are required to achieve proper gauge and fabric characteristics.

Pattern Details

Technical editing for the Massey Wrap was provided by Jaya Purswani. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF, making it convenient for knitters to access and reference while working on their project. This intermediate-level design combines accessible techniques with sophisticated results, offering an excellent project for knitters looking to expand their skills in lace and reversible knitting.