Keris Shawl Scarf Knitting Pattern

Keris Shawl in Berroco Cambria

What is Being Made

The Keris is an intermediate-level knitted shawlette designed by Ailson Green from Berroco Book #414. This triangular wrap measures approximately 11 inches wide at its widest point and 68 inches long after blocking, making it an elegant accessory suitable for layering or draping across the shoulders.

Yarn and Materials

This project uses Berroco Cambria, a premium yarn that requires 2 hanks of color #7935 Juniper (50 grams per hank). The shawlette is worked on size 8 (5.00 mm) knitting needles or the size needed to achieve the specified gauge.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern is worked to a gauge of 16 stitches and 24 rows over 4 inches in pattern stitch. Knitters are advised to check gauge before beginning to ensure accurate finished measurements and proper drape of the completed shawlette.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

The Keris shawlette employs several intermediate-level knitting techniques that create visual interest and structure:

• Yarn overs (yo) — used to create decorative lace elements and intentional holes throughout the pattern
• Decreases — slip-slip-knit (SSK) and knit 2 together (k2tog) stitches are used to shape the garment and balance yarn overs
• Make 1 Right (M1R) — an increase technique used during the expanding sections of the shawlette
• Double yarn overs — creates larger openings that are then worked into the subsequent row as [p1, k1] into double yo, adding textural variety
• Garter stitch edges — knit stitches form selvage borders (K3 or K4) that frame the lace pattern
• Stockinette stitch — purl rows alternate with knit rows in the pattern sections
• Looped stitch detail — a decorative technique where 2 stitches are slipped from the right needle to the left needle and re-knitted to create a loop effect

Pattern Structure

The shawlette begins with a cast-on of 12 stitches and includes an initial 8-row foundation section. The pattern then transitions into an increasing section where strategic increases expand the width of the piece. The design repeats core stitch patterns—particularly the SSK, double yarn over, and k2tog combination—throughout multiple rows to establish a cohesive lace motif. The pattern uses both right-side and wrong-side rows with different instructions, requiring knitters to read and follow directions carefully for each row.

Skill Level

Rated as Intermediate, this pattern is suitable for knitters who are comfortable with basic stitches and have experience working with yarn overs, decreases, and reading multi-row stitch patterns. The combination of lace techniques and shaping makes this an engaging project for advancing knitters.