Daiyu Shawl Wrap Knitting Pattern

Daiyu Shawl in Berroco Millefiori

What Is Being Made

The Daiyu Shawl is a triangular knitted wrap designed by Brenda York. This beginner-friendly shawl features finished measurements of approximately 70 inches across the top and 35 inches down the center after blocking. The generous dimensions make it an ideal accessory for layering or draping over the shoulders.

Craft and Technique Overview

This is a knitting project worked in the round using a circular needle. The shawl is constructed using a simple top-down triangular construction method, beginning with a small cast-on of just 3 stitches and expanding outward through strategic increases on every other row. This classic shawl-building technique creates the characteristic triangular shape while maintaining ease for beginner knitters.

Stitches and Pattern Details

The Daiyu Shawl employs a straightforward four-row repeating pattern stitch that combines basic knitting fundamentals with decorative elements:

• Row 1 (Right Side): Purl across all stitches
• Row 2: Purl 1 stitch, yarn over, purl to last stitch, yarn over, purl 1 – increasing 2 stitches per row
• Row 3: Knit 2 stitches, then repeat yarn over and slip-slip-knit decreases to the last stitch, ending with knit 1
• Row 4: Repeat Row 2, increasing 2 stitches

This four-row repeat continues until the shawl reaches the desired 35-inch center length. The combination of yarn overs and decreases creates an openwork texture characteristic of lace shawls, while the purl rows add visual interest and dimension to the finished piece.

Materials and Gauge

The Daiyu Shawl requires Berroco Millefiori yarn in the colorway #7896 Dahlia. You will need 4 balls of yarn, with each ball weighing 100 grams. The project calls for a 29-inch circular needle in size 10 (6.00 mm) or whatever size is necessary to obtain the correct gauge.

The recommended gauge is 14 stitches and 32 rows equal 4 inches in pattern stitch. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished shawl meets the specified dimensions and drapes properly after blocking.

Finishing

Once the knitting is complete, finishing is minimal and straightforward. Simply weave in all ends and block the shawl as desired to achieve the final measurements and to even out the openwork pattern created by the yarn overs and decreases.

Skill Level

This pattern is rated as Easy, making it an excellent choice for beginner knitters. The repetitive four-row pattern is simple to memorize, and the basic stitches required—knit, purl, yarn over, and slip-slip-knit—are fundamental techniques that newer knitters can practice and perfect while creating a beautiful, wearable garment.