Product Description
The Nazgûl came again . . . like vultures that expect their fill of doomed men's flesh. Out of sight and shot they flew, and yet were ever present, and their deadly voices rent the air. More unbearable they became, not less, at each new cry. At length even the stout-hearted would fling themselves to the ground as the hidden menace passed over them, or they would stand, letting their weapons fall from nerveless hands while into their minds a blackness came, and they thought no more of war, but only of hiding and of crawling, and of death. — The Return of the King
the long awaited next pattern in the Two Towers Collection of the Lord of the Rings Project.
TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE, PATTERN IS AVAILABLE FOR $6 THROUGH THE END OF FEBRUARY WITH THE CODE: "THANKS"
written & charted directions. twisted stitches - definitely delightfully evil. You can even see the dragon wings in the lace pattern and it undulates like the tail of the beast.
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Ringwraith Stole by Susan Pandorf
What is Being Made
The Ringwraith Stole is a lace shawl inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, specifically from the Two Towers collection. This elegant accessory measures 72 inches long by 18 inches wide, making it a generous stole suitable for draping across the shoulders or wearing as a decorative wrap. The design captures the dark, mysterious aesthetic of the Ringwraiths from Tolkien's literary universe.
Knitting Techniques and Stitch Work
This intermediate-level knitting project features lace construction, a technique that creates openwork patterns through strategic yarn overs and decreases. Lace knitting requires careful attention to stitch counts and pattern repeats to achieve the intended design. The stole's substantial length of 72 inches allows for multiple pattern repeats, building visual interest and demonstrating the lace motifs throughout the garment. The intermediate difficulty level indicates that knitters should have foundational skills in reading charts, managing yarn overs, and executing decreases accurately.
The design allows for optional embellishment through beading, giving knitters creative freedom to personalize their finished piece. Beads can be incorporated during knitting or added afterward using a beading needle, with the choice of bead number and type left to individual preference.
Materials and Yarn Requirements
This project requires 1200 yards of fingering weight yarn, which is a fine, delicate yarn weight ideal for creating intricate lace patterns. Fingering weight yarn allows for detailed stitch definition and produces a fabric with excellent drape. Knitters should use US Size 3 needles (or adjust needle size as needed to obtain proper gauge) to work with the fingering weight yarn. The pattern notes that gauge is not critical, offering flexibility for knitters who may need to adjust needle sizes based on their personal tension and yarn choice.
Optional materials include a beading needle and beads of the knitter's choice, allowing for customization of the finished stole's appearance and embellishment level.
Design Origin and Inspiration
Created by independent designer Susan Pandorf under her Sunflower Designs label, the Ringwraith Stole draws thematic inspiration from Tolkien's iconic literary work. The design is part of a Two Towers Collection, suggesting it may be one of several patterns in a coordinated series inspired by The Lord of the Rings. This downloadable PDF pattern allows crafters to bring literary fantasy inspiration into their knitting practice.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Fingering |
| Designer: | susan pandorf |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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