Virmonda Shawl Wrap Knitting Pattern

Virmonda Shawl by Juniper Moon Farm

What is Being Made

The Virmonda shawl is a triangular wrap featuring a striking geometric lace pattern. This versatile accessory measures approximately 60 inches across the wingspan and 25 inches in length, making it suitable for layering over shoulders in air-conditioned environments or wearing as an elegant accent for special occasions.

Craft and Yarn Materials

This is a knitting project created using Juniper Moon Farm Marlowe Jeweltones yarn in color #109 Purple Taffy. The pattern requires 3 balls of yarn, making it an accessible project for crafters seeking a substantial finished piece without excessive yardage requirements.

Needles and Tools

The Virmonda shawl is worked on US 9 (5.5 mm) long circular needles for knitting flat. Additional notions include a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and stitch markers for tracking pattern repeats and directional increases throughout the construction.

Stitches and Techniques

This lace pattern incorporates several essential knitting techniques:

• Yarn overs (yo) create the openwork elements characteristic of lace knitting
• Centered double decrease (cdd) — slip 2 stitches together as if to knit, knit 1, then pass the 2 slipped stitches over — provides symmetrical decreases within the geometric pattern
• Knit 2 together (k2tog) and slip, slip, knit (ssk) decreases shape the lace motifs
• Knit front and back (kfb) increases used during the cast-on edge
• Garter stitch borders (knit every row) frame the lace pattern sections

Pattern Structure

The shawl construction begins with a small cast-on of 3 stitches, which is increased using the kfb technique to establish the foundation. The body features geometric lace repeats worked from charts, with yarn overs and centered double decreases creating the striking visual pattern. The edging section includes 7 rows of increases that expand the shawl to its finished wingspan before binding off loosely to preserve the lace openness.

Gauge and Finishing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 12 stitches and 24 rows equals 4 inches in lace pattern stitch after blocking. Proper blocking is essential for opening up the lace and achieving the finished measurements. The shawl is completed by weaving in ends with a tapestry needle.