Heart Shawlette

This gorgeous shawlette is designed to be worked from the top down, starting with a unique I-cord tab Cast On. It features carefully crafted increases on both the left and right sides of the central stitch, as well as on the edges for an elegant finish. The shawlette maintains its beautiful I-cord design along the sides and concludes with an I-cord bind-off, giving it a polished look. Perfect for knitters looking for a stylish accessory, this pattern is both enjoyable and achievable!

Gauge

To ensure your shawlette turns out beautifully, aim for a gauge of 18 stitches and 32 rows over a 10 cm (4”) square.

Needles and Notions

You will need a 4 mm (US size 6) knitting needle, or a size that will help you achieve the correct gauge. For the I-cord bind-off, use a 4.5 mm (US size 7) needle. Additionally, gather some essential knitting notions including stitch markers, a tapestry needle, a row counter, and scissors to assist you during the project.

Yarn Requirements

For the main color (MC), we recommend Lana Gatto VIP, which comes in 50 g (1.75 oz) skeins with a length of 200 m (214 yards). You will need 2 balls of color 1500 Black, totaling 320 m (350 yards) or 80 g (2.85 oz) for your shawlette.

For the contrast color (CC), opt for Lana Grossa Colorissimo. This yarn is available in 100 g (3.5 oz) skeins and offers 300 m (330 yards) in length. You will need just 1 ball of color 010 to achieve a stunning effect, which amounts to 60 m (65.5 yards) or 20 g (0.75 oz).

Create a beautiful accessory that showcases your knitting skills and complements any outfit. Dive into this top-down shawlette pattern today and enjoy the rhythmic process of knitting while creating a fashionable piece that’s sure to impress!