Stacy Charles Fine Yarns London Wrap Knitting Pattern

London Wrap by Lidia Karabinech

What is Being Made

The London Wrap is a beginner-friendly knitted shawl designed as a one-size rectangular wrap measuring 17¼" x 73" (44 x 185.5cm). This versatile accessory combines elegant striping with a classic wrap silhouette, making it suitable for layering and styling across seasons.

Craft and Project Type

This is a knitting project classified as a shawl and wrap. The design is worked flat on straight needles, making it accessible for knitters of all skill levels, particularly beginners seeking to expand their technique repertoire.

Techniques Used

• Seamless construction: The wrap is knitted as a single flat piece without seaming, eliminating the need for finishing joins
• Stripe patterning: The design features a carefully planned color-blocking sequence alternating between two distinct yarn colors throughout the piece
• Worked flat: The entire wrap is created using flat knitting on a pair of needles rather than circular needles, simplifying the construction process
• Ribbed edging: The wrap features ribbed borders that provide structure and a polished finish
• Stitch marker placement: Strategic marker placement guides the knitter through the pattern sections and maintains consistency

Stitches Used

• Stockinette stitch: The primary stitch used throughout the body of the wrap, creating a smooth, classic fabric with characteristic V-shaped texture on the right side
• Ribbing stitch: A 2x2 rib pattern (knit 2, purl 2) forms the borders and edging, providing elasticity and a refined frame for the wrap

Materials and Specifications

The London Wrap requires 6 balls total of Stacy Charles Fine Yarns JEWEL yarn: 3 balls in color #1396 black diamond (A) and 3 balls in color #1140 sand (B). Each ball contains 1.75oz/50g with 218 yards/200 meters of yardage.

Yarn composition: The JEWEL yarn is crafted from 89% merino wool, 6% polyamide, and 5% metallic fiber. This blend combines the softness and breathability of merino wool with polyamide for durability and metallic fiber for subtle shimmer and visual interest.

Tools required: One pair of size 6 (4mm) needles, stitch markers for tracking pattern sections, and a yarn needle for weaving in ends after completion.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern calls for a gauge of 22 stitches and 29 rows over 4 inches (10cm) in stockinette stitch. Checking gauge before beginning is essential to ensure the finished wrap achieves the intended measurements. After completing all rows, bind off in ribbing to maintain the structured edge, then weave in all ends and block lightly to even out the fabric and set the stripe pattern.