Wednesday

Wednesday Knit Shawl by Brian Smith Designs

Project Overview

Wednesday is an intermediate-level knit shawl designed by Brian Smith Designs. This downloadable PDF pattern creates a generously sized triangular shawl with elegant stitch detailing and a finished wingspan of 200 centimeters, making it an impressive wearable garment suitable for experienced knitters looking to expand their skills.

What Is Being Made

The Wednesday shawl is a large triangular wrap featuring a structured construction that grows from a small cast-on edge to a substantial finished width of 74 centimeters at its widest point. The shawl is designed to be worn draped across the shoulders, with the generous wingspan providing excellent coverage and visual impact.

Knitting Techniques Used

This pattern employs several intermediate knitting techniques that build complexity throughout the design:

• Increases: The shawl uses both M1R (make one right) increases and kfb (knit into front and back) increases to create the expanding triangular shape
• Twisted stitches: Right twist (RT) and left twist (LT) techniques create textural interest and visual movement across the fabric
• Stitch patterning: Alternating rows of twisted stitch repeats and stockinette stitch create a balanced, sophisticated fabric
• Marker placement: Strategic use of stitch markers helps track pattern repeats and construction sections
• Garter stitch edging: Three-stitch garter stitch borders on each side provide neat, finished edges and structural stability

Stitches Used

The Wednesday pattern incorporates fundamental and intermediate stitches:

• Knit (K) and purl (P) stitches form the foundation
• Right twist (RT) and left twist (LT) create decorative cable-like effects
• Make one right (M1R) increases add stitches while maintaining pattern flow
• Knit into front and back (kfb) increases provide alternative shaping options
• Garter stitch (knit every row) creates the edge borders
• Stockinette stitch (knit right side, purl wrong side) forms the main fabric body

Materials and Construction Details

Yarn: The pattern calls for John Arbon Devonia DK yarn in the shade Sugar snap, with a total yardage requirement of 3 skeins. DK (double knitting) weight yarn provides excellent drape and fluidity, essential for a shawl that will be worn as a graceful wrap.

Needles: The pattern requires two circular needles: a 3.75mm circular needle measuring 120 centimeters for the main construction, and a 4mm circular needle also measuring 120 centimeters. The longer circular needle length accommodates the expanding stitch count as the shawl grows.

Gauge: The pattern specifies a gauge of 18 stitches and 28 rows over 10 centimeters when measured in blocked stockinette stitch. Achieving proper gauge is essential for obtaining the correct finished measurements.

Additional notions: The pattern requires one stitch marker and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends after completion.

Pattern Structure

The Wednesday shawl begins with a small cast-on of 8 stitches and increases gradually over 120+ rows to reach 70 stitches, creating the triangular silhouette. The pattern is organized into distinct sections, with Section One featuring alternating rows of twisted stitch repeats and stockinette rows, punctuated by strategic increases that shape the expanding triangle. The garter stitch border maintains consistent edge definition throughout construction.

Finished Dimensions

After blocking, the completed Wednesday shawl measures 200 centimeters across the wingspan with a maximum width of 74 centimeters at the deepest point, creating a substantial and elegant accessory suitable for layering over shoulders or wearing as a statement wrap.