Rainier by Jane Vanselous

Rainier

Knitting
November 2023
Light Fingering ?
22 stitches and 38 rows = 4 inches
in Garter Stitch, blocked
US 4 - 3.5 mm
930 - 950 yards (850 - 869 m)
One size - 17” (43 cm) x 75” (190.5 cm), blocked
English
This pattern is available from expressionfiberarts.com for $6.00.

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SIZE:

One size - 17” (43 cm) x 75” (190.5 cm), blocked.
See Notes for customizing the length.

MATERIALS:

Expression Fiber Arts Pearlescent Fingering yarn

Shown in colors: Devoted Hues Kit

The sample shown used approximately 940 yds/860 m total: (A) 230 yds/210 m, (B) 445 yds/407 m, and (C) 265 yds/242 m.

If those colors aren’t available, any from this category will work.

NEEDLE:

US #4 (3.50 mm)
First section in the round: circular needle, 32” (80 cm) minimum for working the Magic Loop method or 1 set double pointed needles.

Remaining sections worked flat on any length straight or circular needles.

SKILL LEVEL:

Intermediate: Suitable for a knitter who has completed several projects. Construction includes a Magic Circular cast-on method, which radiates outward to each end. Simple lace patterns include working yo’s and k2tog, and wrap & turn short rows.

Notes from the Designer:

One of my most memorable family vacations was a trip we took to the Pacific Northwest in the summer. The weather was picture perfect, and we were able to experience so much of the beauty provided by Mother Nature. A daylong hike around Mt. Rainier was the inspiration for this shawl. The crystal blue sky, peaks of the Cascades, icy blues of the glacier, and greens of the meadows dotted with little wildflowers are all represented in this design.

Construction of the shawl begins in the center and is worked in rounds to form a square. Two sides of the square are then worked flat, changing colors and stitch patterns until the scalloped edge is completed. Returning to the remaining two sides, the patterns are repeated to reach the other end of the shawl. Garter stitch with simple lace patterns keep the knitting interesting without becoming overwhelming for an intermediate knitter.

  • Click here to watch a video tutorial on how to work the Magic Circle Cast On.

  • Making a gauge swatch is critical to achieve the desired results. Please DO NOT assume that you knit to the same gauge as I do! Yes, it is an extra step, but it also assures you that what you are knitting will produce what you expect. Also, you won’t need to worry about running out of yarn. If you are substituting yarn, it is especially important to verify that it behaves in the same way as the yarn called for in the pattern.

  • To customize the length of the shawl, add or subtract rows in the Garter sections.

  • Using the Devoted Hues kit, work from the lightest to darkest shades. Alternatively, the colors could be worked in reverse.

Designed by Jane Vanselous

Erratum:
2.15.24 - R69 updated to correct marker placement.

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Enjoy your knitting!

Chandi

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