Capricorn Triangle

Capricorn Triangle Shawlette by Anne Hanson

What Is Being Made

The Capricorn Triangle is a triangular scarf or shawlette designed by Anne Hanson as a downloadable knitting pattern. This piece is worked from the neck downward to the hem, creating a versatile accessory suitable for spring wear or as a thoughtful handmade gift. The design combines elegant simplicity with ornate visual appeal, making it an accessible project for knitters of varying experience levels.

Construction and Design Features

This triangle shawlette showcases a distinctive construction method that works from neck to hem, allowing the knitter to customize the final size by simply continuing to work until the desired dimensions are achieved. The pattern includes a deep openwork border composed of overlapping leaf motifs that create an intricate, lacy appearance. Despite its ornate final look, the construction is straightforward and quick to complete, making it an ideal weekend project for travelers or those seeking a relaxing knitting experience.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The Capricorn Triangle employs easy-to-work stitch patterns that are beginner-friendly, incorporating openwork elements characteristic of lace knitting. The pattern features wrong-side rest rows, which provide breaks in the more complex stitch work and make the project less demanding than traditional lace patterns. The overlapping leaf motifs in the border are the focal point of the design, created through strategic yarn overs and decreases typical of decorative lace edgings. The knit-on edging technique is demonstrated throughout this pattern, making it an excellent learning project for knitters interested in mastering this particular finishing method.

Yarn and Materials

The Capricorn Triangle is designed to work with lace-weight and fingering-weight yarns that possess spring and body. The pattern accommodates a wide range of yarn options, allowing knitters to choose based on personal preference and availability. Suggested yarns include:

• Bare Naked Wools Chebris Lace
• Mrs Lincoln's Lace
• Touch Yarns Mohair Merino 2 ply
• Light Brown Hare Lace
• The Fibre Co. Meadow
• Mountain Meadow Wool Mountain Down Fingering
• Mountain Meadow Wool Dubois
• Elsa Wool Company Worsted Spun Laceweight
• Knitting Notions Classic Merino Lace
• Skeinz Kid Mohair Blend

The pattern notes that any springy, heavy lace yarn that knits to the specified gauge will produce successful results. Yarn and needle substitutions may affect the overall dimensions and drape of the finished piece. Standard knitting needles appropriate to the chosen yarn weight are required to complete this project.

Skill Level and Project Characteristics

Classified as a beginner-level knitting pattern, the Capricorn Triangle is accessible to newer knitters while remaining engaging for experienced crafters. The easy-to-work stitch patterns and built-in rest rows make this an ideal introductory project for lace knitting. The pattern works up quickly and effortlessly, making it perfect for knitters seeking a portable project that produces impressive results without requiring constant concentration or complex stitch manipulation.