Diva
Experience the elegance of knitting with the Diva shawl pattern, a stunning design that truly stands out with its shimmering lace border. This captivating shawl allows that exquisite skein of fingering weight yarn to shine beautifully against a backdrop of stockinette stitch. Each row speaks to the glamour of a DIVA, making it a must-create item for any knitting enthusiast looking to showcase their skills.
Diva is a semi-circle Pi shawl, masterfully crafted from the top-down, and features an easy-to-follow garter stitch tab for an elegant start. The intricate lace border patterns are lovingly knitted on both the right side and the wrong side rows, giving your shawl a beautifully finished look. With detailed instructions provided in both charted and written formats, knitters of varying preferences will find the guidance they need to create this stunning piece.
Difficulty Level
This exquisite half-circle shawl is perfect for the intermediate to advanced knitter eager to take on a stylish challenge. Beginning with a straightforward garter tab cast-on, the entire shawl is crafted seamlessly from the top down. The complex lace border showcases techniques that are knitted on both sides, adding depth and sophistication to your work. Essential stitches include knit, purl, yarn over (yo), make 1 (M1), knit front-back (kfb), slip knit pass (skp), knit two together (k2tog), purl two together (p2tog), and purl two together through the back loop (p2tog tbl), alongside a centered double decrease for a refined finish.
Pattern Details
This beautiful shawl is worked flat, back and forth, allowing ample opportunity for enjoyment and creativity. For this design, gauge is not critical, which means you can focus on the craft rather than perfect measurements. For reference, the sample shawl gauge is 15 stitches and 12 rows = 10 cm (4 inches) when measured over stockinette stitch after blocking.
Embrace the artistry of knitting with the Diva shawl pattern, and create a wearable work of art that is bound to turn heads. The combination of glamour and skill will make this shawl a beloved addition to your knitting repertoire.
