Inspired by ENCORE, ENCORE 2 & FINAL ENCORE, the GARTLET SHAWL (which looks great on both sides) features the same stitch patterns, combined differently in an incredibly versatile (for knitting & wearing), boomerang shape. Starting small, the shawl grows & takes shape, as you perform regular, simple increases & decreases throughout.

This pattern offers HUGE potential for you to create all manner of interesting shawls, from an EASY design that’s also very INTUITIVE once you’ve knit a few rows. I’m sure you will find it to be the source of some great, fun projects to unwind & relax with, anywhere!

EASY INSTRUCTIONS for 3 OPTIONS & there’s also a DO YOUR OWN THING segment, suggesting even more variations. A great stashbuster, for sure! You can also stop at any point, by following some simple ‘end’ instructions.

The SINGLE SKEIN option is perfect for those special, lone skeins languishing in your stash! (see projects for this & other options)

OPTION 1
Uses FINGERING WEIGHT Yarn & LACE WEIGHT Mohair, stranded together throughout.
Could (alternatively) easily be knit in DK, single stranded.
Measurements:
Bind Off Edge 116cm = 45½’’
Cast On to Bind Off 175cm = 69’’
Depth at widest point 46cm = 18’’
WINGSPAN 212cm = 84’’

OPTION 2
Uses a SINGLE HANK/SKEIN of Fingering Weight Yarn (400m/438 yds minimum length)
Measurements:
Bind Off Edge 80cm = 31½’’
Cast On to Bind Off 136cm = 53½’’
Depth (widest point) 34cm = 13½’’
WINGSPAN 165cm = 65’’

OPTION 3
Uses ONE (original) CARON CAKE.
Measurements:
Bind Off Edge 81cm = 32’’
Cast On to Bind Off 126cm = 49½’’
Depth at widest point 36cm = 14’’
WINGSPAN 162cm = 83’’