Peridot Shawl Wrap Knitting Pattern

Peridot Shawl in Berroco Gimlet

What is Being Made

The Peridot Shawl is a triangular knit wrap designed by Alison Green. This intermediate-level shawl measures approximately 44 inches wide by 13 inches long down the center after blocking, making it a versatile accessory suitable for layering or draping across the shoulders.

Knitting Techniques Used

This shawl construction employs several fundamental knitting techniques that build upon one another to create the finished garment. The pattern begins with a garter tab cast-on, a method that establishes a foundation by knitting a small rectangular tab before picking up stitches along its edges. This technique creates a neat, finished edge at the shawl's point.

The shawl uses yarn overs to create intentional increases that shape the triangular silhouette. Stitches are increased strategically throughout the pattern to expand the width as you progress from the center point outward. The pattern employs chart-based construction, where knitters follow a visual diagram for stitch placement across 20 rows, then repeat rows 5 through 20 two additional times to build the shawl's dimensions. The design incorporates stitch markers to help track pattern sections and maintain accuracy.

An edging is added using the backward loop cast-on method, which creates a finished border around the outer edge. Blocking is essential to this pattern, as the finished measurements are taken after the shawl has been wet-blocked to open up the stitch definition and achieve the stated dimensions.

Stitches Used

• Garter stitch (knit every row)
• Stockinette stitch elements
• Yarn overs for lace shaping
• Pattern stitches as charted

Materials Required

This project uses Berroco Gimlet yarn, a worsted-weight fiber requiring 3 balls (150 grams total) in colorway #10733 Margarita. The yarn is worked on a 40-inch circular needle in size 10 (6 mm), though needle size may be adjusted to achieve the correct gauge. Additional notions include stitch markers for tracking pattern sections and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 14 stitches and 21 rows over 4 inches in the pattern stitch, measured after blocking. Checking gauge before beginning is recommended to ensure the finished shawl meets the stated measurements of 44 inches wide by 13 inches long down the center.