Marit Shawl Wrap Crochet Pattern

Marit Shawl in Berroco Topaz

What is Being Made

The Marit Shawl is a triangular crocheted and knitted wrap designed by Amy Christoffers. This intermediate-level shawl measures approximately 68 inches across the top and 27 inches down the center (excluding fringe), making it a generous accessory suitable for layering or draping. The shawl is constructed using a modular block technique that builds in tiers, creating a structured yet elegant finished piece.

Construction Technique

The Marit Shawl employs a distinctive tiered block construction method. The pattern begins with a single block in the first tier, expands to two blocks in the second tier, and continues building outward and downward through additional tiers. This modular approach allows crafters to visualize the shawl's growth and provides natural stopping points if a smaller finished size is desired. The blocks are connected using both cast-on methods and pick-up techniques, creating seamless transitions between sections.

Stitches and Techniques Used

The primary stitch used throughout the Marit Shawl is Garter Stitch, which creates a reversible, textured fabric with horizontal ridges. This fundamental knit stitch is worked by knitting every row, making it accessible for intermediate knitters while producing a visually interesting result. The pattern incorporates several specialized techniques:

• Backwards loop cast-on method for adding stitches within the pattern
• SSK (slip, slip, knit) decreases for shaping individual blocks
• Knit two together (K2tog) decreases on wrong-side rows
• Pick up and purl technique for connecting new blocks to existing selvage edges, worked with the wrong side facing

The pick-up-and-purl method is a specialized variation where stitches are picked up purlwise (from back to front) along the garter ridge edges, allowing new blocks to be seamlessly integrated into the growing shawl structure.

Materials Required

The Marit Shawl is worked in Berroco Topaz, a yarn weight that requires 3 balls (100 grams each) of color #1220 Rococo. The project calls for a 32-inch circular needle in size 9 (5.5 mm) for the knitting portions and a size I (5.5 mm) crochet hook for finishing details. Additional notions include a removable marker for tracking pattern progress.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 14 stitches and 26 rows over 4 inches in Garter Stitch, measured after blocking. Achieving accurate gauge is essential for obtaining the finished measurements of 68 inches by 27 inches. The shawl is finished with fringe, which adds movement and visual interest to the completed wrap. Blocking is recommended to achieve the specified gauge and to even out the garter stitch texture.