I love the graphic look of the Lakeway Shawl by Visuvio’s Crafts. The pattern is inspired by ripples on the surface of a lake, as well as carved ebony combs and African beadwork.
It’s worked in two colors of intarsia … Read More ...
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by Sarah White
I love the graphic look of the Lakeway Shawl by Visuvio’s Crafts. The pattern is inspired by ripples on the surface of a lake, as well as carved ebony combs and African beadwork.
It’s worked in two colors of intarsia … Read More ...
by Sarah White
The beautiful Flying Fox Shawl was designed by Ukrainian designer Olga Gotham and is available for purchase as a standalone pattern or a kit from Lion Brand Yarn.
The company has announced that through April 8, 2022, all sales of … Read More ...
by Sarah White
This pretty colorwork shawl was designed by Svetlana Gordon as a statement against the Russian occupation of Ukraine.
On her Ravelry profile page she says:
… Read More ...I refuse to accept the actions of the Russian Federation government and Russian troops invading
by Sarah White
The knitting community tends to pay attention when lovely knits appear in shows and movies, so there’s been a bit of buzz this week about Carrie Bradshaw’s shawl/blanket from episode 6 of “And Just Like That.”
What looks like a … Read More ...
by Sarah White
It’s been raining for days where I live so I want all the cozy knits on my body and on my knitting needles. Rosalie from Berroco is a great option if you’re looking for a shawl that also doubles as … Read More ...
by Sarah White
The Truth and Reconciliation Shawl was designed by Julie Paige in honor and remembrance of the thousands of Indigenous children who died at residential schools in Canada. But it is a lovely way to honor the Indigenous people of any … Read More ...
This pattern is free and available via Lionbrand it is a stunning shawl and is perfect for anyone who is a beginner knitter. You can see the full pattern here.
Looking for more amazing shawl patterns? Check out these Knitting … Read More ...
by Sarah White
Tif Neilan’s A Break in the Tide Shawl looks more complicated than it is.
It looks like blocks of brioche and Garter Stitch, but instead of brioche it’s actually Fisherman’s Rib, an alternative that gives a similar look but is … Read More ...
by Sarah White
Mosaic knitting is a lot of fun, but like any other knitting technique its even more fun when you combine it with other techniques for a more layered effect.
The Room with a View Shawl by maliha designs uses stripes … Read More ...
by Sarah White
If you’re in the part of the world where the weather is getting colder instead of warmer (or you’re the type who always gets cold in air conditioning), you might need to knit a Warmth shawl.
Designed by Safiyyah Talley, … Read More ...
by Sarah White
Sometimes you just want a project that’s easy but maybe doesn’t look as easy as it is. Carissa Browning’s Thisaway Shawl is one of those projects.
It’s a super clever design that uses a variation on an afterthought heel to … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I haven’t read the Outlander series or watched the show, but I know there is a lot of knitting shown in the series that has caused a lot of knitters to pay attention and try to re-create some of the … Read More ...
by Sarah White
I love a big shawl that can be worn lots of different ways. They can be scarf like, or almost like a blanket, and they’re a super simple way to jazz up a plain outfit.
The Cosmos Textured Knit Wrap … Read More ...