What you'll need
| One size only: | Each section is 6.5in (16.5cm) wide at neck- 31.5in (80cm) wide at hem- and 9.5in (24cm) deep |
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Product Description
While on vacation I found some just fabulous yarn—it had a beautiful base color with flecks of all the different colors I love, and love to wear. But what the heck does one do with such an interesting yarn? You can’t work cables or lace, because the texture of the yarn will overpower the texture of the stitches. I didn’t have enough for a tank top, and anyway it’s not really right for that... and then I thought about playing with shawl shaping.
This shawl has three trapezoidal panels connected with what are called “spines” when used in a triangular shawl. The cast on edge leaves space for your neck and allows the shawl to wrap nicely around the shoulders, leaving one corner and point to drape over both the front and the back. The stitch used is a reversible welting, and the increases are invisible and flexible.
The shape and stitch are both strong and friendly—a great pairing for a challenging yarn or when you just want a quick, easy knit.
Viv Wrap by Katherine Vaughan
What is Being Made
The Viv Wrap is a customizable knitted shawl designed by Katherine Vaughan. This wrap features a triangular silhouette that begins at the neck and expands outward, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various climates and occasions. The finished wrap measures 6.5 inches wide at the neck, 31.5 inches wide at the hem, and 9.5 inches deep, creating a generous triangular shape that drapes elegantly across the shoulders.
Design and Customization
One of the key features of the Viv Wrap is its easily customizable sizing. Knitters can adjust the finished dimensions by knitting more or fewer repeats of the main pattern section, allowing the wrap to be tailored to individual preferences and body sizes. This flexibility makes the design accessible to knitters seeking a personalized fit.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
The Viv Wrap is constructed using the 4+1 welting stitch, a textured stitch pattern that creates visual interest and dimension in the finished fabric. This stitch combines knit and purl stitches in a structured repeat, producing a ribbed or welted texture characteristic of welting techniques in knitting.
The pattern incorporates several fundamental knitting techniques:
- Knit (K): Basic knit stitches form the foundation of the pattern
- Purl (P): Purl stitches are worked in combination with knits to create the welting texture
- Knit through the back loop (Ktbl): This technique twists stitches for added texture and definition
- Purl through the back loop (Ptbl): Similar to Ktbl, this creates twisted purl stitches that enhance the fabric's textured appearance
Materials and Gauge
The Viv Wrap requires approximately 340 yards (310 meters) of worsted weight textured yarn. The designer specifically selected a cotton-blend yarn with a multicolored flecked appearance, making this wrap suitable for warm climates while maintaining versatility across seasons. The pattern calls for US 9 (5.5mm) needles or the size needed to match the specified gauge.
The required gauge is 13 stitches and 31 rows to 4 inches (10cm) in 4+1 welting stitch. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished dimensions and ensuring the wrap drapes as intended.
Additional materials needed include 2 stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and a yarn needle for weaving in ends upon completion.
Skill Level
The Viv Wrap is rated as an intermediate knitting project, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to work with textured stitch patterns and manage pattern repeats across multiple sections.
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Pages: | 2 |
| Designer: | Katherine Vaughan |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Notes: | May use any worsted weight textured yarn, approx. 340yd (310m) |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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