Plush Stripes Shawl in Lion Brand Homespun Thick & Quick - L

Plush Stripes Shawl in Lion Brand Homespun Thick & Quick

What Is Being Made

The Plush Stripes Shawl is a generous rectangular wrap measuring approximately 16 by 65 inches (40.5 by 165 centimeters). This versatile accessory is designed as a one-size project suitable for knitters of all experience levels, making it an accessible introduction to shawl construction.

Knitting Techniques and Stitches

This pattern employs the fundamental Garter stitch technique, which involves knitting every row to create a textured, reversible fabric with horizontal ridges. Garter stitch is one of the most basic and forgiving knitting techniques, making it ideal for beginners while still producing a satisfying, dimensional result. The construction method is straightforward: cast on stitches, work consistently in Garter stitch until the desired length is achieved, then bind off to finish the edges securely.

The pattern requires matching a specific gauge of 6.5 stitches and 12 rows per 4 inches (10 centimeters) in Garter stitch to ensure the finished shawl meets the intended dimensions. Gauge adjustment is accomplished by selecting appropriate needle sizes if your personal knitting tension differs from the pattern specifications.

Materials and Construction Details

The Plush Stripes Shawl is crafted using Lion Brand Homespun Thick & Quick yarn (Article #792), a bulky-weight fiber composed of 88 percent acrylic and 12 percent polyester. This fiber blend provides durability and easy care while delivering the plush texture characteristic of the Homespun line. The pattern calls for 2 balls of yarn in the Coral Stripes colorway, with each ball containing 8 ounces (227 grams) and yielding 160 yards (146 meters) of yardage.

Knitting needles required include Lion Brand Size 15 (10 millimeter) knitting needles for the main construction. The pattern also specifies Lion Brand Large-Eye Blunt Needles (Set of 6) for the finishing step of weaving in yarn ends, ensuring a polished final appearance.

Skill Level and Finishing

Designated as a Beginner skill level project, the Plush Stripes Shawl requires minimal technical knowledge beyond basic cast-on, knit stitch, and bind-off techniques. The finishing process involves only weaving in ends using the large-eye blunt needles, a straightforward task that completes the shawl without additional complexity.