Named as an homage to spring, the Rainfall Shawlette is worked sideways and features an integral fringed border created from hundreds of tendrils, reminiscent of streaming rain on windowpanes. A rope cable border mimics the twist of each tiny tendril, while the body portion is simple garter stitch for a relaxing knit.
$6.50
ADD TO CARTNOTE: This original design pattern is the copyrighted property of Melissa Burke, Apiary Knits, and is intended for the personal use of the original purchaser only. Please do not reproduce or distribute this pattern (in whole or in part) without express written permission from Melissa Burke, Apiary Knits.
SIZE(S):
One size. Finished, blocked shawlette (as pictured) measures approximately 76” (193 cm) wide along top edge and 14” (35.5 cm) long at center (not counting tendrils). Tendrils (as pictured) measure approximately 2” (5 cm) long.
CHARTED/WRITTEN:
The pattern is fully charted, but also includes complete written directions so the ability to read a chart is not necessary to work this pattern. Pattern also includes a complete black and white photo tutorial on creating tendrils as well as additional tips for success.
GAUGE:
24 stitches/30 rows to 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm) in garter stitch, blocked.
Shawlette is worked from tip to tip in one piece including the cable border and tendril edging. Size is easily modified to accommodate yarn quantity or weight. Suggestions for such modifications are included.
To work this pattern, you will need to know:
- Knit and purl stitches
- Increase and decrease stitches – K1BL, K2TOG, KFB, P2TOG, PFB, SSK
- Slipped stitches
- Twisted stitches
- RC cable stitches
- Tendrils – pattern INCLUDES a b/w photo tutorial on creating tendrils
YARN:
662 – 670 yards (605 – 613 m) sport weight yarn.
Look for a yarn with good stitch definition and an excellent twist.
NEEDLES:
US 4 (3.5 mm) 10” (25 cm) straight needles
Or any size needed to obtain correct gauge and length to suit number of stitches.
NOTIONS:
Tapestry/blunt yarn needle
Stitch marker
T-pins