Jordan Point
Unleash your creativity with this versatile knitting pattern that features three unique border options and a customizable center, allowing you to create a stunning shawl or wrap tailored to your style. The center is cleverly knit first, starting from one corner and extending seamlessly to the opposite side, offering ample room for personal expression. Select from the elegant scalloped border, the playful and funky flap border, or the sleek minimalist garter band. Both the scalloped and flap borders incorporate live stitches alongside picked-up stitches from the opposite side, while the straightforward banded border is knitted one side at a time, making it perfect for knitters of all skill levels.
For inspiration, three specific stripe patterns are provided, but feel free to mix and match them with your chosen border or combine them with your own unique design for the center. This pattern not only encourages creativity but also showcases your knitting skills in a beautiful finished piece.
Measurements: Wingspan: 50-59"; Depth: 24-30"
Techniques: Garter stitch, knit in front and back increase, picking up stitches, and backwards loop cast on for the scalloped border.
Yardage Requirements (Medium (Large)):
- Center: 540 (750) yards
- Scalloped border: 175 (260) yards
- Garter Flap border: 230 (275) yards
- Simple garter band edging: 250 (325) yards
For those interested in perfecting their technique, instructions for picking up from a slipped stitch edge can be found here. Dive into this exciting knitting project, and create a beautiful custom shawl that you can be proud of wearing or gifting!