Edith Shawl Wrap Knitting Pattern

Edith Shawl in Berroco Lanas Light

What is Being Made

The Edith Shawl is a triangular wrap designed by Åsa Buchta, measuring approximately 69 inches across the top edge by 34 inches down the center. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a versatile shawl suitable for layering or wearing as a decorative wrap. The finished piece is constructed using a top-down approach, beginning from the center of the long straight edge and expanding outward to the bottom point.

Knitting Techniques Used

This pattern employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques to achieve its finished structure. The shawl begins with a Seed Stitch Tab, which creates a decorative and stable foundation edge. The main construction uses strategic increases positioned at key points to create the triangular shaping—specifically Make One Left (M1L) and Make One Right (M1R) increases worked on right-side rows. These increases are placed on either side of stitch markers to create symmetrical expansion. The pattern also incorporates picking up and knitting stitches along the edges of the initial tab to establish the working stitches for the main body. The shawl is worked flat on circular needles rather than in the round, which is a common construction method for triangular shawls. Blocking after completion is recommended to achieve accurate finished measurements and proper drape.

Stitches Used

The Edith Shawl utilizes a focused selection of stitches to create its elegant structure:

• Seed Stitch: Used in the initial tab and maintained in the selvage edges throughout the pattern, creating a textured, non-curling border
• Stockinette Stitch (St st): Forms the primary fabric of the shawl body, creating smooth, classic knit texture
• Make One Left (M1L) and Make One Right (M1R): Paired increase stitches that create the gradual widening of the triangular shape while maintaining symmetry
• Knit and Purl stitches: Combined to form the Seed Stitch pattern in borders and edges

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Edith Shawl is designed to be worked with Berroco Lanas Light yarn, a premium yarn choice that provides excellent drape and softness. The pattern calls for 3 balls of Berroco Lanas Light in #7800 Snow Day (the main color), plus the Lanas Light Color Pack #1 Twilight which includes five coordinating colors: #78103 Stone, #78101 Fog, #78123 Cracked Pepper, #78136 Charcoal, and #7845 Cast Iron. Each color in the pack weighs 25 grams, allowing for creative colorwork or striping options. The pattern specifies that two strands of yarn are held together throughout the entire project, which creates a cohesive fabric weight and affects the final gauge.

For needles and notions, the pattern requires a 32-inch circular needle in size 8 (5 mm), or the size needed to obtain proper gauge. A stitch marker is also necessary to track pattern repeats and increase positions. The recommended gauge is 18 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches in Stockinette Stitch when working with 2 strands of yarn held together, measured after blocking. Knitters are advised to check gauge carefully before beginning the project to ensure the finished shawl meets the specified dimensions.

Skill Level and Pattern Notes

This pattern is rated as Intermediate, making it suitable for knitters with foundational skills who are ready to tackle shaping techniques and multi-strand yarn work. The use of two strands held together throughout requires attention to tension consistency. The top-down construction method allows knitters to try on the shawl as it grows and adjust the final size if desired by working additional rows before binding off. The pattern is available as a downloadable PDF from Berroco and includes a QR code linking to the Berroco making community for additional support and inspiration.