Knitted Sky Shawlette
Step into a world of elegance and grace with our exquisite Enchanting Sky Shawlette. Crafted with love and care, this stunning accessory is a true masterpiece. Delicate threads intertwine to create a mesmerizing pattern that resembles the vast expanse of the sky. The intricate knitting technique used in its creation ensures a soft and luxurious feel against your skin, making it the perfect companion for any occasion. This enchanting accessory is a true work of art, designed to captivate and inspire. The celestial-inspired pattern, reminiscent of a starry night sky, adds a touch of magic to any outfit. The meticulous knitting process ensures that every stitch is perfect, resulting in a shawlette that is not only visually stunning but also incredibly comfortable to wear. Wrap yourself in the ethereal charm of the Celestial Shawlette and let its beauty transport you to a world of dreams and wonder.
Skill level: Easy
Materials:
- Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver Ombre, 100% acrylic, 10 oz (283 g), 482 yards (440 m), in the color “True Blue” 3962: 1 skein.
- Circular knitting needles, 40" (100 cm) long, size US 10 (6 mm).
- Tapestry needle.
- Ring stitch marker.
Measurements: width =65 inch (165 cm), height = 20.5 inch (52 cm), approx.
Gauge: 14 sts and 26 rows = 4"x 4" (10 cm x 10 cm) in garter stitch.
Yardage: 425 - 435 yards (390 - 400 m) approx.
Knitting Terms
- st: stitch.
- sts: stitches.
- k: knit.
- p: purl.
- yo: yarn over.
- k2tog: knit 2 sts together.
- ssk: slip, slip, knit the 2 sts together through back loops.
- ring sm : ring stitch marker.
Important note before you start: when you reach this part "Bring the working yarn to the front under the needle, ssk" you will have a yarn over (yo) that crosses over the ssk.
Cast on 97 sts, k one row (wrong side), put the ring sm before last st, then work as follows:
Row 1: k 1, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 2: k2tog, k to end.
Row 3: p to sm, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 4: k2tog, k to sm, p to end.
Row 5: k 1, bring the working yarn to front under the needle, ssk, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 6: repeat row 4.
Row 7: p to sm, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 8: repeat row 4.
General pattern:
Row 1: k 1, * bring the working yarn to the front under the needle, ssk, repeat from * to sm, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 2: k2tog, k to sm, p to end.
Row 3: p to sm, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.
Row 4: repeat row 2.
Repeat rows (1- 4) pattern 21 times. repeat rows (1-2) once. (97 sts)
Decreasing Rows:
Row 1: bind off 4 sts purlwise, p to sm, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog. (94 sts)
Row 2: k2tog, k to sm, p to end. (93 sts)
Row 3: k 1, * bring the working yarn to the front under the needle, ssk, repeat from * to sm, yo, slip sm, k 1 (center st), yo, k to last 2 sts, k2tog. (94 sts)
Row 4: repeat row 2. (93 sts)
Note: 4 sts are decreased in each pattern repetition.
Repeat rows (1- 4) pattern 22 times, remove sm. (9 sts)
Last rows:
Row 1: bind off 3 sts purlwise (p 1 is left before ring sm), (yo, k 1) twice, k 1, k2tog. (7 sts)
Row 2: k2tog, k 3, p 2. (6 sts)
Row 3: k 2, (yo, k 1) twice, k2tog. (7 sts)
Row 4: k2tog, k 2, p 3. (6 sts)
Row 5: bind off the remaining 6 sts purlwise. Cut yarn. Weave in loose ends. Block if needed.