Cape Perpetua

Introducing the Cape Perpetua Shawl—an exquisite, crescent-shaped shawl that beautifully combines a cozy garter stitch body with an elegant wave-pattern border. This stunning design represents the picturesque headlands and the rhythmic crashing of surf, making it the perfect accessory for any knitwear lover.

The Cape Perpetua Shawl is crafted end-to-end, allowing knitters to experience a delightful progression of waves that grow in size until a full repeat of the stitch pattern is achieved. This adaptable knitting project features increases, which you can repeat as many times as desired, allowing for customized length options. Once you've reached your desired size, the shawl gracefully narrows with decreases on the opposite side, mirroring the starting end of the shawl and reflecting the breathtaking views from Cape Perpetua.

This versatile shawl can be worn in multiple ways—drape it around your shoulders for a cozy capelet look, or wrap it around your neck as an elegant scarf. Whether you choose to work with lace held double, fingering weight, or even DK yarn held single, the Cape Perpetua Shawl offers versatility and style. We recommend using yarn with excellent drape and stitch definition to truly showcase the beautiful design. Plus, the twisted stitch cables may look intricate, but they are surprisingly easy to work—all the necessary instructions for completing them without a cable needle are included in the pattern!

To adjust the size of your shawl, simply add or subtract pattern repeats as needed, making it the perfect project for any knitter, regardless of skill level. Typically, the yarn needed for this project—held single—is around 450 yards. Start your knitting adventure today with the Cape Perpetua Shawl pattern, and create a unique piece that will elevate your wardrobe!