Cut Flowers
If only freshly picked flowers could last forever! With their elegant long stems and delicately textured blossoms, the Cut Flowers shawl brings that dream within reach.
The Cut Flowers shawl is a beautiful, wide triangle design featuring intricate mock cables and exquisite floral lace patterns. This stunning accessory is perfect for knitters looking to add a touch of nature's beauty to their wardrobe. To create your own Cut Flowers shawl, you will need between 400 to 450 meters of high-quality fingering weight yarn. Choose a needle size that allows for a lovely, airy lacy effect that showcases your chosen yarn's qualities. For added flair, consider knitting nupps or incorporating beads to depict the flower's stamen, enhancing the shawl's floral theme. This knitting pattern is fully charted, making it easy to follow along as you create your masterpiece.
The lovely yellow shawl sample utilized just 1 skein of Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light in the vibrant color Grasshopper [100% merino, 420 yd/384 m per 100g skein]. Knitted on 3.75 mm (US 5) needles, the shawl was embellished with beautiful beads. After blocking, its dimensions are an impressive 142 x 51 centimeters (56 x 20 inches), providing ample coverage and warmth. The gauge for this shawl is 17 stitches per 10 cm in stockinette stitch, ensuring a beautifully crafted piece.
Alternatively, the striking purple shawl sample employed 1 skein of Wollmeise Pure yarn [100% Merino, 575yd/525m per 150g]. This version was intricately worked using 3.5 mm (US 4) needles and included delicate nupps, which added texture and visual interest. The final blocked dimensions of this shawl are 150 x 45 cm (59 x 18 inches), making it an elegant accessory for any occasion. The gauge for this purple shawl is 14 stitches per 10 cm in stockinette stitch.
Whether you choose to knit the yellow or purple version—or even experiment with your own color combinations—this Cut Flowers shawl is sure to become a treasured addition to your collection. Embrace the beauty of nature in your knitting and create a piece that highlights your craftsmanship and personal style.
