Looking for a simple and fun shawl pattern that you can knit in a weekend? Looking for a stunning shawl that adds a stylish touch to any outfit? Then Something For The Weekend is the knitting pattern for you!

Decreasing segments of stocking stitch are interspersed with sections of a lace eyelet stitch make this triangular shawl pattern ideal for beginners looking for a project with a slight challenge, but is far easier than it looks. And for the seasoned knitter, it’s a great box set companion that can also be put down and picked up easily. Just keep a close eye on your stitch count because it’s a fairly big cast on! Stitch markers are your friend here!

Using 4ply yarn, this relaxing and rhythmic pattern results in a beautiful, textured scarf that looks good on anyone. It’s a small shawl that looks great as a bandana, but it can also be worn over the shoulders on a night out. But however you choose to wear it or whoever you choose to knit this scarf for, you’ll be sure to have a few versions of this pattern in your wardrobe!

To read more about how this design came to be and why it’s called Something For The Weekend, click here to read its Creative Journey on my Substack.

Happy Knitting!

Triangle dimensions after blocking: approximately 130cm (51 inches) by 65cm (25.5 inches)

Yarn requirements: 1 x 100g/400m (437yds) skein or equivalent of 4ply yarn

Needle size: 5mm circular (1m cable) or extra long straights

Pattern Rating: Adventurous Beginner