Posadas Shawl in Berroco Merino 401 Chunky

Posadas Shawl in Berroco Merino 401 Chunky

What Is Being Made

The Posadas Shawl is a triangular knit shawl designed by Nadia Glaser. This finished piece measures approximately 65 inches across the top edge and 32 inches down the center, making it a generous wrap-style shawl suitable for layering or wearing as a lightweight cover.

Craft and Techniques

This project is created using the knitting craft. The shawl is worked on a circular needle, which allows for the construction of the triangular shawl shape. The design is rated at Advanced Beginner skill level, making it accessible to knitters who have mastered basic knitting fundamentals and are ready to tackle slightly more complex projects.

Stitches Used

The Posadas Shawl is worked primarily in Garter stitch, one of the most fundamental and versatile knitting stitches. Garter stitch creates a textured, bumpy fabric with excellent drape and elasticity, making it ideal for shawl construction. The pattern gauge is 11 stitches and 20 rows per 4 inches in Garter stitch, measured after blocking.

Materials

• Yarn: Berroco Merino 401 Chunky in the colorway #13267 Gingerbread. The project requires 3 balls of yarn, with each ball weighing 150 grams.
• Needles: One 40-inch circular needle in size 13 (9 mm), or the size needed to obtain the specified gauge.
• Notions: Stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and shaping, plus a tapestry needle for weaving in yarn ends after completion.

Pattern Notes

Accurate gauge is essential for this project, as measurements are taken after blocking. Knitters are advised to take time to check gauge before beginning to ensure the finished shawl meets the intended dimensions. The pattern recommends using the specific yarn called for in the instructions to achieve the best results.