Eyelet Striped Shawl Pattern

This elegant and versatile Eyelet Striped Shawl is the perfect addition to your wardrobe. The combination of eyelet stitches and stripes creates a beautiful texture that will surely turn heads. Whether you're knitting it for yourself or as a gift, this pattern will guide you through every step.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Light weight (3) yarn;
• US Needle Size: 6 (4.0 mm); UK Old Needle Size: 8; Metric Needle Size: 4.0 mm;
• Crochet Hook: US Size G-6 (4.0 mm); UK Old Size 8; Metric Size: 4.0 mm;
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends;
• Scissors.

Gauge

Using the US 6 (4.0 mm) needles, the gauge is approximately 19 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in stockinette stitch.

Size

The finished shawl measures approximately 60 inches (152 cm) wide and 30 inches (76 cm) long.

Abbreviations

• K: Knit;
• P: Purl;
• YO: Yarn over;
• K2tog: Knit two stitches together;
• RS: Right side;
• WS: Wrong side.

Pattern

Section 1 - Garter Stitch Border

Row 1 (RS): K all stitches.

Row 2 (WS): K all stitches.

Repeat Rows 1-2 for a total of 10 rows.

Section 2 - Eyelet Stripes

Now, let's begin the eyelet stripes. Make sure to carry the yarn not in use up the side of your work.

Row 1 (RS): With Color A, K all stitches.

Row 2 (WS): With Color A, K all stitches.

Row 3 (RS): With Color B, K1, *YO, K2tog; repeat from * to last stitch, K1.

Row 4 (WS): With Color B, K all stitches.

Repeat Rows 1-4 for the desired stripe pattern. Feel free to customize and experiment with your color choices.

Section 3 - Garter Stitch Border

Repeat Section 1 (Garter Stitch Border) for a total of 10 rows.

Section 4 - Eyelet Stripes

Repeat Section 2 (Eyelet Stripes) for the desired stripe pattern.

Finishing

Continue working in the established pattern, alternating between the Garter Stitch Border and the Eyelet Stripes sections, until the shawl reaches your desired length.

End with 10 rows of the Garter Stitch Border pattern.

Bind off loosely.

Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle. Block the shawl to achieve the desired shape and measurements.

Extra Tips

• Feel free to use any yarn weight and corresponding needle size that achieves the desired drape and gauge.
• To make the shawl larger or smaller, simply adjust the number of stitches in the Garter Stitch Border section and the number of stripe repeats in the Eyelet Stripes section.
• Experiment with different color combinations to create unique and personalized shawls.
• Remember to always knit a gauge swatch before starting your project to ensure the correct size.