Montage Shawl by Jen Schuetz

Montage Shawl

Knitting
October 2023
Light Fingering ?
25 stitches and 48 rows = 4 inches
in mosaic repeat, blocked
US 5 - 3.75 mm
US 6 - 4.0 mm
800 - 920 yards (732 - 841 m)
One size (customizable)
English
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This shawl is the interplay of light and dark, garter and stockinette, resulting in the formation of a delicate network of rigid lines. As the garment grows, a sophisticated and architectural sequence emerges, evoking a sense of luxury and high-end fashion.

Montage is constructed bottom up, has a triangular shape by increasing along the left edge, and includes a 3-stitch i-cord border.

Materials
Yarn:
Light fingering or fingering weight yarn, contrasting colors
800–920 yds (730–840 m), approx. 200 g

Sample shown:
• 1 skein Sock by Malabrigo Yarn in Playa (gray), 440 yds (100 g)
• 1 skein Pintler Sock by The Farmer’s Daughter Fibers in Dandelion (yellow), 463 yds (100 g)

Suggested needles:
32” circular or longer
US 5 (3.75 mm), US 6 (4 mm)

Notions:
Stitch markers, tapestry needle

Recommended:
Blocking mats & pins

Gauge
29 sts x 48 rows = 4” / 10 cm in mosaic pattern, blocked

Gauge is not critical, but it 
will affect yardage, drape of garment, and final dimensions.

Fabric Structure
Combination of garter and stockinette stitch

Measurements
57” wingspan x 26” depth (145 cm x 66 cm)

Skills
Cable cast-on; i-cord edge, bind-off, and grafting; backward loop; knit and purl stitches; reading charts; slipping stitches

Pattern includes full written instructions, charts, and links to tutorials that highlight special techniques and helpful tips.

Errata
None at this time