Boardwalk Wrap Knitting Pattern

Boardwalk Wrap in Juniper Moon Farm Moonshine

What Is Being Made

The Boardwalk Wrap is a triangular shawl-style wrap designed by Pamela Wynne, part of the Modern Amusements Collection. This wrap features a generous 30-inch circumference and is constructed with a sophisticated construction method that creates a practical, wearable garment. When worn, the wrap sits with the seam positioned near the shoulder and the outer corner of the bind-off edge at the center front chest, making it an elegant layering piece for any wardrobe.

Construction Technique

The Boardwalk Wrap uses a two-part construction method. The main body is created first as a rectangular piece, then folded and seamed to form the wrap's distinctive shape. The cast-on edge is sewn to the long opposite edge, with the outer corner of the cast-on edge matching up with the inner corner of the bind-off edge. This clever folding technique creates the wrap's triangular silhouette. An elegant lace edging is then added separately and attached to the lower edge of the wrap using a whip stitch, beginning and ending at the seam.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns Used

The main body of the wrap is worked entirely in garter stitch, which creates a reversible, textured fabric with consistent ridges. Garter stitch is formed by knitting every row, making it an ideal choice for beginners and experienced knitters alike.

The lace edging employs a more intricate stitch pattern that includes several key techniques:

• Yarn overs (yo) create decorative openwork and increase stitches
• Knit two together (k2tog) decreases stitches and pairs with yarn overs for lace effects
• Slip, slip, knit (ssk) provides an alternative decrease method
• Purl stitches (p) add textural variation within the edging pattern
• Slip stitches (sl) create neat, finished edges on the edging

The edging pattern repeats over 8 rows and gradually increases from 8 cast-on stitches to 13 stitches at its widest point before binding off 5 stitches to reset for the next repeat. This creates a scalloped, lacy border that adds visual interest and movement to the finished wrap.

Yarn and Needles

This pattern calls for 3 hanks of Juniper Moon Farm Moonshine yarn in color #26 Flan, a sophisticated neutral shade. The yarn is worked on US 8 (5mm) circular needles measuring 24 inches or longer, which accommodate the width of the wrap comfortably.

The gauge for the main body is approximately 16 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches in garter stitch, though the pattern notes that precise gauge is not critical for this project. This makes it an accessible pattern for knitters of varying experience levels, as minor variations in tension will not significantly impact the finished garment.

Pattern Specifications

The main wrap body is created by casting on 40 stitches and working in garter stitch for 240 rows, which produces approximately 120 garter ridges and measures about 30 inches in length. The lace edging is worked separately until it measures approximately 36 inches when gently stretched, ensuring it fits completely around the lower edge of the wrap. Both pieces are blocked before the lace edging is attached with a whip stitch.