Jellico Cats Shawl

Three cats to charm you, amuse you, and occasionally remind you that they are entirely in charge. Each feline has its own unique personality, just as every cat should.

The inspiration for this shawl came in the middle of the night. At 2:00 AM I awoke to find three cats sitting on my bed. They informed me, “You’re knitting us next.”

“I can’t,” I replied. “I’m already working on another design.”

Their response was immediate and unanimous: “You’re knitting us next.”

As every cat owner knows, arguing with cats is futile. The next shawl I finished was Jellico Cats.

Each cat panel is knit individually, allowing every feline to shine before the panels are joined together with an elegant cat’s paw lace pattern. The border is worked last to beautifully frame the finished shawl.

The pattern is fully charted for knitters who enjoy working from charts.

Pattern Details

• Difficulty: Advanced
• Finished Size: Back length approximately 28 inches
• Yarn: 1,100–1,200 yards lace-weight yarn
• Needles: US Size 1½ (2.5 mm)
• Needles: US Size 2 (2.75 mm)

Pattern Format

• Digital PDF download
• Fully charted instructions
• No row-by-row written directions
• Instant download after purchase

Features

• Three individually designed cat motifs
• Each cat panel is knit separately
• Cat panels are joined with an intricate cat’s paw lace pattern
• Border is worked after the panels are joined
• Fully charted design

Skill Level

This pattern is designed for advanced knitters who are comfortable reading knitting charts and working intricate lace.

Pattern Support

• If you have questions while knitting, I’m happy to help. Please contact me through Ravelry, and I’ll do my best to get you back on track.
• For personal use, you may print as many copies of the pattern and charts as you need for your own knitting.

Copyright

• This pattern is an original copyrighted design and is intended for the personal use of the purchaser only.
• Please do not copy, reproduce, distribute, share, or resell the pattern in any form.
• Finished items made from this pattern may be sold in limited quantities. Designer credit is always appreciated.

Friendly Warning

• Here Be Dragone! This pattern is protected by copyright. Share it with dragons at your own risk—they’re every bit as possessive as cats.