Vines on a Trellis Shawl by Jen Schuetz

Vines on a Trellis Shawl

Knitting
January 2026
Light Fingering ?
26 stitches and 52 rows = 4 inches
in garter stitch, 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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Errata available: jenschuetz.com

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This lattice design evokes a graceful scene of climbing vines weaving through a garden trellis. The elegant roving slip-stitch pattern creates texture, depth, and movement, ideal for showcasing earthy colorways and rich autumn tones.

Vines on a Trellis is constructed bottom up, has an asymmetrical 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:
2 skeins Montana Crochet Sock in Teal Sapphire and Raw Sienna, 463 yds (100 g) each

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
26 sts x 26 stockinette rows or 52 garter rows = 4” (10 cm) in 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
64” wingspan x 27” depth (163 cm x 69 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/Amendments
02/04/2026

Pagination discrepancy on pgs. 3-4:
Start of patt / Chart A, p. 6:
Half motif rep / Chart B, p. 7
Full motif rep with half motif rep / Chart B, p. 7

Update to Chart Key on p. 6:
Motif rep: Rep Rows 45–76 until desired size. Work full motif sts multiple times; work half motif sts once at edge.