Nefertari

Queen Nefertari is celebrated as one of the most iconic Egyptian queens and is widely recognized as the most renowned wife of Ramesses the Great. Following her passing, she was honored as the patron deity of the Theban necropolis, where she was worshipped as a goddess in the ancient city of Thebes. Her exquisitely adorned tomb in the Valley of Queens is considered one of the most beautiful and intricate of its kind, embodying her titles as the Lady of the West and the Mistress of the Sky.

The Nefertari Shawl, inspired by her legacy, is a stunning neck-to-edge triangular shawl designed with delicate, wispy wings that evoke the essence of the Mistress of the Sky. This elegant shawl serves as a beautiful tribute to Queen Nefertari, making it a perfect project for knitters looking to combine creativity with a touch of history.

Crafted by the talented designer Anna Dalvi in her collection “Ancient Egypt in Lace and Color,” this shawl pattern is available for both free and paid downloads from Cooperative Press. The sample was beautifully knit using Indigodragonfly Merino Silk 4-ply Sock yarn, which adds a luxurious touch to this regal design. If you're looking for alternative yarn options, a suitable substitute yarn is featured below to help you bring your own Nefertari Shawl to life.

Celebrate the elegance of ancient Egypt in your knitting with the Nefertari Shawl pattern—an exquisite addition to your collection that merges craftsmanship with historical inspiration.