Berroco Vendeval Wrap Knitting Pattern

Berroco Vendeval Knit Shawl

What Is Being Made

The Vendeval is a triangular knit shawl designed by Amy Christoffers. This intermediate-level project creates a finished shawl measuring approximately 54 inches across the top edge and 23 inches down the center, making it a versatile wrap suitable for layering or wearing as a traditional shawl.

Construction Method and Techniques

The Vendeval is constructed using a bottom-up, seamless, worked-flat approach. The shawl begins with a single cast-on stitch that is strategically increased to form the center panel in one continuous piece. Once the center section reaches the desired width, the right and left points are worked outward from the top edge, creating the characteristic triangular shawl shape. This construction method eliminates the need for seaming and allows knitters to work the entire garment flat on circular needles without joining.

Stitches and Stitch Techniques

The primary stitch used throughout the Vendeval is Garter Stitch, which is created by knitting every row. This fundamental stitch creates a textured, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges. The pattern incorporates strategic yarn overs (yo) as the primary shaping technique. Yarn overs create decorative eyelets while simultaneously increasing stitches to expand the shawl. The pattern uses a removable stitch marker to track the center stitch, which serves as the focal point for the [k1, yo, k1] increase sequence that is repeated throughout the center panel construction.

Materials and Tools

• Yarn: Berroco Pixel in colorway #2224 Licorice; 2 hanks of 100 grams each (approximately 200 grams total)
• Needles: 29-inch circular needle in size 8 (5.00 mm), or size needed to obtain correct gauge
• Additional Notions: 1 removable stitch marker, waste yarn for holding stitches, and a tapestry needle for finishing

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 20 stitches and 36 rows equals 4 inches in Garter Stitch after blocking. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished shawl meets the intended measurements. Blocking is recommended to achieve accurate dimensions and to enhance the drape and appearance of the completed shawl.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated at an intermediate skill level, making it suitable for knitters with some experience who are comfortable with basic increases, stitch markers, and the ability to follow multi-step construction sequences.