Flightless

Introducing a beautiful reversible crescent-shaped top-down shawl pattern, expertly designed to utilize short rows for creating a broad yet shallow silhouette. This unique shawl not only showcases your knitting skills but also features a subtle lace decoration that beautifully evokes the intricate shape and form of bird’s wings, making it a stunning accessory for any wardrobe.

Sizes: Small [Large]

Finished Measurements: This shawl measures 12 (18)” / 30 (45) cm from the cast-on edge to the tip along the central stitch, with a generous wingspan of 60 (75)” / 150 (190) cm along the top edge. Please note that these measurements are taken after blocking to ensure your shawl has the perfect shape and drape.

Yarn Requirements: For this project, you will need fingering weight (4 Ply) yarn for the Small size and DK weight (8 Ply) yarn for the Large size. This pattern works best in solid or semi-solid colorways. While variegated yarns can be used, they may potentially obscure the delicate lace details in the shawl's edging. We recommend avoiding yarns with shorter sequence striping—such as Zauberball or similar—as the initial short rows may result in unintended color transitions. On the other hand, longer transitional gradients that gently shift from light to dark are perfect choices for adding a seamless and sophisticated touch to your shawl.

This lovely shawl pattern is suitable for knitters of various skill levels who are looking to enhance their collection of hand-knit accessories. Whether you’re dressing up a casual outfit or adding warmth to an elegant ensemble, this shawl is an ideal choice. Download this free or premium knitting pattern today and start creating your own stunning reversible bird’s wing shawl!