Pinova Shawl Wrap Knitting Pattern

Pinova Shawl in Juniper Moon Findley

What is Being Made

The Pinova Shawl is a triangular lace shawl designed by Adrienne Ku as part of the Hesperides Collection by Juniper Moon Farm. This downloadable knitting pattern creates a versatile wrap that can be customized to any desired size. The finished shawl measures 56 inches (140 cm) in width and 28 inches (70 cm) in length, making it an ideal accessory for layering and warmth.

Construction Method

The Pinova Shawl is worked from the top down, beginning at the neck and expanding outward. This top-down construction method allows knitters to easily adjust the finished size by continuing to work additional pattern repeats until reaching their desired dimensions. The lace pattern creates a naturally scalloped border edge, which is a signature feature of this design and eliminates the need for a separate bind-off edge treatment.

Techniques and Stitches Used

This pattern employs several fundamental and intermediate knitting techniques:

• Stockinette stitch forms the foundation fabric, created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side
• Lace pattern work uses yarn overs and decreases to create the decorative openwork that defines the shawl's visual appeal
• Yarn overs (YO) create the openwork holes characteristic of lace knitting
• Decrease stitches including knit two together (k2tog), slip-slip-knit (ssk), and slip 1, knit 2 together, pass slipped stitch over (sk2p) balance the yarn overs and maintain stitch count
• Knit front and back (kfb) increases are used during the initial shaping rows to expand the triangle
• Edge stitches worked in garter stitch (knit on both sides) frame the lace pattern and provide clean, finished edges
• Stitch markers help track pattern repeats and maintain accuracy throughout the construction

Pattern Structure

The pattern uses charted instructions, which provide a visual representation of the knitting sequence. Knitters work from Chart A for the main lace pattern sections and Chart C for additional pattern rows. The design begins with just 3 cast-on stitches and expands through strategic increases, eventually reaching 291 stitches before the bind-off row. The symmetrical construction ensures balanced shaping on both sides of the center stitch.

Materials Required

The Pinova Shawl is designed to use one ball of Juniper Moon Farm Findley yarn. The pattern provided specifies color #30 Lilac Bushes, though the design works beautifully in any color of this yarn. US 5 (3.75 mm) needles are recommended, or needles adjusted to match the specified gauge. Additional notions include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends, eighteen stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats, and blocking wires and pins for finishing, which are recommended to achieve the proper drape and scalloped edge definition.

Gauge and Sizing

Achieving proper gauge is essential for this pattern. The stockinette stitch gauge is 24 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) in unblocked fabric. The lace pattern gauge is 20 stitches and 28 rows over 4 inches (10 cm) after blocking. Blocking is particularly important for lace shawls, as it opens up the pattern and allows the scalloped edges to fully develop their intended shape.

Finishing

The pattern includes a specialized bind-off technique that creates a decorative edge. Rather than a standard bind-off, the instructions use a method where stitches are knitted together through the back loops, creating a refined finish. After binding off, all yarn ends are woven in securely, and the completed shawl is blocked to the finished measurements using blocking wires and pins to shape the scalloped border and ensure even drape.