What you'll need
| One size only: | Shawl measures 92”233.7cm along bottom edge- 81”/205.7cm along top edge- 28”/71.1cm deep at center- 18”/45.7cm deep at outer edges after blocking. |
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Cloudborn Fibers Superwash Merino DK - Grey Heather
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Product Description
These days I want quick gratification. Something to calm my nerves and soothe my spirit.
I designed this shawl using dk weight wool in a light color so the pattern shows easily. I use turns, but NO WRAPS! That's right, no wraps. The turning is done in equal intervals in the stockinette section above the deep lace edging and before the top lace insertion. So, easy peasy.
It works up quickly on size US 9/5.5mm circular needles. Again, fast and easy peasy.
I have written out the charted rows for you, in case working from a chart stresses you out. And for those like me that love charts, there is also the chart! It's a good way to use some of that dk stash you have hanging around.
Again, I wish you all good health in this stressful time. Stay safe.
Calm Shawl by Sharon Mooney
Project Overview
Calm is an intermediate-level knitted shawl designed by Sharon Mooney. This downloadable knitting pattern creates a generous triangular shawl measuring 92 inches (233.7 cm) along the bottom edge, 81 inches (205.7 cm) along the top edge, with a center depth of 28 inches (71.1 cm) and outer edge depth of 18 inches (45.7 cm) after blocking. The shawl is worked in DK weight yarn, making it an accessible project for knitters with intermediate experience seeking to expand their shawlmaking skills.
Materials and Tools Required
The Calm shawl pattern calls for approximately three skeins of Cloudborn Fibers Superwash Merino DK yarn in the Grey Heather colorway. This yarn is composed of 100% Superwash Merino Wool, with each skein providing 221 yards (202 meters) and weighing 3.5 ounces (100 grams).
Knitting needles required include a 32-inch (80 cm) size US 10/6mm circular needle, used specifically for casting on, and a 32-inch (80 cm) size US 9/5.5mm circular needle for the main body of the shawl. Additional notions include eleven stitch markers and a yarn needle or large embroidery needle for weaving in ends.
Gauge and Blocking
The pattern specifies a gauge of 4 stitches and 5 rows to 1 inch (2.5 cm) measured over stockinette stitch (also called stocking stitch) on flat fabric. This gauge is achieved using the size US 9/5.5mm circular knitting needles before blocking. Achieving accurate gauge is essential for obtaining the finished dimensions specified in the pattern.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
The Calm shawl incorporates fundamental knitting techniques suitable for intermediate-level crafters. The pattern employs standard abbreviations and techniques including knit stitches, purl stitches, and decreases worked as knit 2 stitches together (K2tog) to shape the shawl. Stitch markers are used throughout the construction to help track pattern repeats and shaping sections. The shawl is worked flat using circular needles, a common method for shawl construction that allows for easy stitch management across a large number of stitches.
The use of stockinette stitch as the base fabric creates a smooth, classic appearance that showcases the subtle color variations and texture of the Superwash Merino DK yarn. The triangular construction typical of shawl patterns like this involves strategic decreasing to create the tapered shape from the wider bottom edge to the narrower top edge.
Yarn Characteristics
Cloudborn Fibers Superwash Merino DK provides an excellent fiber choice for this shawl project. The Superwash treatment allows for easy machine washing, making the finished shawl practical for regular wear and care. Merino wool offers natural elasticity, breathability, and temperature regulation, qualities that make it ideal for a wearable shawl. The DK weight classification provides a balanced fabric weight that is neither too heavy nor too delicate, suitable for creating a shawl with good drape and structure.
Pattern Format and Designer
Calm is presented as a downloadable PDF pattern, allowing immediate access to complete instructions. The pattern was designed by Sharon Mooney and is protected by copyright, with all rights reserved as of 2020. The pattern document spans five pages and includes comprehensive abbreviations, terms, and techniques sections to support knitters throughout the project.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | DK | Light Worsted |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Sharon Mooney |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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