Helianthe
Discover the beauty of the Helianthe, an interactive crescent shawl knitting pattern that offers endless creative possibilities. Inspired by the captivating sunflower subfamily Helianthus, this shawl is a unique collaboration with renowned designer Naomi Parkhurst of Gannet Designs. The intricate stitch patterns embedded in this design feature the themes of ‘sunflower’ and ‘sun,’ beautifully encoded into the lace structure, making it a truly special piece for any knitting enthusiast.
The Helianthe shawl begins with a sumptuous stockinette section, supported by lines of mini cables reminiscent of the straight, strong stems of sunflowers. This charming start segues into a stunning band of Sun lace. You can choose to repeat this lace pattern as desired before transitioning into the exquisite Flower lace section. One of the key features of this pattern is its flexibility—both the Sun and Flower lace charts can be worked in either direction, allowing for maximum creativity.
- The shawl can be crafted entirely from the comprehensive written pattern or by utilizing the included charts with helpful notes.
- Pattern rows are designed to be worked on the right side (RS) only, ensuring ease of use.
- Adaptable to any yardage, making it perfect for your leftover stash or a new skein.
- Compatible with a variety of yarn weights, ranging from lace to DK, so you can customize it to suit your personal style.
For my fingering weight sample, I used 3.5 mm (US size 4) and 4 mm (US size 6) needles. However, feel free to adjust your needle size according to your chosen yarn weight and your preferred fabric density. Embrace your creativity and enjoy the process of knitting the Helianthe shawl, a beautiful addition to any wardrobe that radiates warmth and sunshine, just like the sunflowers that inspired it!
Get started on this beautiful pattern today and bring a touch of sunshine into your knitting collection!
