Shibui Knits Ascend Wrap Knitting Pattern

Shibui Knits Ascend Bias Wrap

What Is Being Made

The Ascend Bias Wrap is a fresh summer layer designed by Lucinda Iglesias, featuring a sophisticated bias-knit construction with bold color stripes. This finished wrap measures 16 inches in width and 72 inches in length, making it a versatile accessory suitable for layering during warmer seasons. The design celebrates seasonal style through striking color blocking and elegant proportions.

Techniques Used

This wrap is constructed using seamless, flat knitting worked on the bias, which creates diagonal lines and allows the fabric to drape beautifully. The bias construction is achieved through strategic increases and decreases that shape the piece as you knit. Two versions are provided in the pattern: the first features an I-Cord edging for a finished border treatment, while the second version relies on the natural properties of the yarn to prevent curling, requiring no additional edge treatment. The bias technique combined with blocking allows the finished wrap to lay flat and elegant without rolling edges.

Stitches Used

The Ascend wrap primarily uses Stockinette stitch worked on the bias as the main fabric. Stitch techniques include knit front and back (kfb) for increases and knit two together (k2tog) for decreases, which shape the bias construction. Slipped stitches are used throughout for edge definition. For the I-Cord border option, a three-stitch I-Cord is cast on and worked continuously along the edges to create a polished, finished appearance.

Materials and Yarn

The Ascend wrap is designed to be knit with Shibui Koan, a luxurious blend of 70% linen and 30% mulberry silk. This fiber composition creates a lightweight, breathable fabric ideal for summer layering, with natural drape and subtle sheen from the silk component. The pattern requires a total of 3 skeins of Shibui Koan (248 yards per 50-gram skein), distributed across three colors: Color A (3 skeins), Color B (1 skein), and Color C (1 skein). Two colorway options are provided: the first features White (A), Abyss (B), and Ash (C), while the second offers Ivory (A), Pollen (B), and Graphite (C). The wrap is worked on size 5 (3.75mm) needles, with a gauge of 22 stitches and 32 rows over 4 inches in Stockinette stitch after blocking.

Skill Level and Tools

Rated as Easy, this pattern is accessible to knitters with basic skills. Essential tools include size 5 needles, a tapestry needle for finishing, and blocking wires (recommended) to properly set the bias construction and ensure the wrap lies flat after completion.