Hearts that Flourish
At some point, everyone has found themselves irresistibly drawn to the simple yet captivating shape of hearts. Whether rounded or edgy, these delightful motifs can inspire creativity in various forms. The sight of hearts lined up in a row may evoke images of baking delicious cookies, but let’s channel that inspiration into crafting a stunning shawl instead!
Introducing the charming triangular hearts shawl, a unique and artistic piece featuring increases seamlessly integrated into the heart motifs. This innovative design reduces the prominence of the center stitch, creating a lovely and cohesive look. Yarn requirements for this versatile shawl can vary, as you have the flexibility to adjust the number of repeats to suit your personal style. The pattern is elegantly charted, and the wrong side rows incorporate a delightful combination of knits and purls for added texture.
The Vermillion shawl is crafted using approximately 1.2 skeins of Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light, a luxurious 100% merino yarn boasting 420 yards (384 meters) per 100g skein. This shawl is knitted on 3.75 mm (US 5) needles, achieving a gauge of 20 stitches = 10 cm in the Hearts and Purls pattern. Once blocked, the Vermillion shawl measures a beautiful 130 x 58 cm (51 x 23 inches), making it a perfect accessory for any season.
Similarly, the Fuchsia shawl utilizes just 1 skein of Malabrigo lace, another exquisite 100% merino yarn, offering 470 yards (430 meters) per 50g. Created on 3.5 mm (US 4) needles, this variant achieves a slightly tighter gauge of 22 stitches = 10 cm in the Hearts and Purls design. After blocking, the Fuchsia shawl showcases an elegant blocked size of 70 x 145 cm (28 x 57 inches), making it a versatile addition to your wardrobe.
Whether you are a seasoned knitter or just starting your knitting journey, this hearts shawl pattern offers a fun and engaging project that will add a touch of love to your collection. Explore the endless possibilities when you choose your favorite yarn colors and adjust the number of repeats for a personalized touch. Start your knitting adventure today!
