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Shawl for an Art Lover
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Rowan Kidsilk Haze
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Product Description
Sometimes you just want to knit something beautiful.
I designed Shawl for an Art Lover for my wedding and I wanted to make something that was beautiful and also imbued with meaning.
Shawl for an Art Lover uses one of my favourite shawl constructions — the humble triangular shape — and I chose a light silk/mohair yarn that would keep me warm in the middle of winter.
The pattern motifs are inspired by the city in which I live: Glasgow, Scotland. The delicate lace takes its cue from the sinuous Art Nouveau lines of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s iconic architecture, while the solid strip with Estonian nupp/lace stitches calls back to the tenement tiles seen in the 19th century apartment blocks throughout Glasgow. The pattern is named after House for an Art Lover, a Glasgow house designed by Mackintosh himself.
Shawl for an Art Lover by Karie Westermann
What is Being Made
This is a knitted shawl designed by independent designer Karie Westermann, created specifically for those who appreciate art and aesthetic design. The shawl is a downloadable PDF pattern suitable for advanced knitters seeking a sophisticated, wearable accessory project.
Craft and Primary Technique
This project uses knitting as its primary craft method. Knitting involves interlocking loops of yarn using two needles to create fabric from a single continuous strand. This traditional textile technique allows for precise stitch control and the ability to create complex, detailed patterns through various stitch combinations.
Stitches and Pattern Construction
The pattern employs multiple stitch charts to guide construction, including Chart A, Chart B, Chart C, Chart D, and Chart E. These charts provide visual representations of stitch sequences and pattern repeats. The pattern includes special stitches beyond basic knit and purl stitches, which contribute to the advanced difficulty level and create the intricate details characteristic of lace shawls. Specific abbreviations are used throughout the instructions to denote various stitches and techniques.
Yarn and Materials
This shawl is worked in lace weight yarn, which is among the finest yarn weights available. Lace weight yarn creates delicate, airy fabric with excellent drape, making it ideal for shawl construction. The pattern specifies required needles and accessories, with gauge information provided to ensure proper sizing and finished dimensions.
Difficulty Level and Sizing
Rated as an advanced
Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | Lace |
| Featured Products: | Rowan Kidsilk Haze |
| Pages: | 3 |
| Designer: | Karie Westermann |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Advanced |
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