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Reconstructing the Black Panther Shawl

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black panther knit shawl inspirationI haven’t been to see Black Panther yet, but I know a lot of knitters who are crazy about the shawl that Lupita Nyong’o wears in the movie.

It’s a gorgeous wrap knit in shades of green and brown (you can see it here), and knitters everywhere have been wondering how to make one for themselves.

Costume designer Ruth E. Carter mentioned on Twitter that four different yarns were used for the wrap in the movie: two from Madeline Tosh, one Malabrigo and one Noro.

Which explains the gorgeous colors and luxury look.

There’s a group on Ravelry devoted to inspired designs (don’t call it the shawl from the movie, please) and I can’t wait to see what some people come up with.

Have you seen Black Panther yet? Are you inspired to knit a shawl? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

 

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  2. I am having issues figuring out only one stitch – the twisted stitch with a the half turn. I think I’ve got it but it looks wrong. Any help would be so appreciated.

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Knit a Hood for Your Fall Wanderings

Whether you love the cottagecore vibe, are heading to a Renaissance faire, stitching something fun for your Halloween costume, or just want to keep cozy on your fall rambles in the woods, the Wandering Woods Knit Hood from Yarnspirations should be your next knit. 

The skill rating is easy, and it calls for worsted weight yarn to knit the hood with an integrated seed stitch border worked in a contrasting color. The hood is worked flat and seamed, then you pick up stitches along the bottom to knit the cape portion. 

The cape part is shaped just like a raglan sweater, with increases on each side of four points across the cape. If you’ve ever worked a raglan project before this will be simple for you. And if you haven’t you’ll be ready for your first raglan sweater after this project! The front edgings are worked at the same time as the body, and you’ll finish off with the contrasting bottom edge, as well as I-cord ties for the hood. 

This cape is pretty short, just covering the shoulders, but you can knit it as long as you like and even make a full length cape if you’re going for high drama (and warmth!).

There are four size options for the cape, to fit a chest measurement ranging from 28 to 60 inches (71 to 117 cm). As shown the cape edges don’t meet in the front, so if that’s something you want you can work more increases, which will also make the project longer. I’d love a version that’s longer and with a fun clasp to make it even cozier, but you can make it your own way. 

The pattern calls for Red Heart Super Saver, but this would be a great project to knit in wool or a wool blend for extra warmth. 

You can grab a free copy of the pattern from Yarnspirations, and if you want to make it as shown you can also get a kit that includes the two colors of yarn you need and other supplies if you want them. 

[Photo: Yarnspirations]