Octaaf

Introducing the Octaaf Shawl, a beautifully designed triangular shawl that is both stylish and versatile, knit sideways with an intricate all-over lace pattern. The name "Octaaf" is inspired by the poetic verse form comprising eight lines, reflecting the elegant structure of this stunning accessory. While my sample shawl was crafted using soft DK weight yarn, you can easily customize this pattern to work with other yarn weights and quantities. Simply continue knitting in the provided pattern until your shawl reaches your desired size—or until you run out of yarn!

This pattern is crafted to be user-friendly, featuring both fully written out and charted instructions for the delicate lacework, making it accessible for knitters who prefer different methods of learning. 

Skills Required:

The Octaaf Shawl uses a variety of stitches, including knit, purl, skp (slip, knit, pass), k2tog (knit two together), a centered double decrease, yarn over (yo), and knit front back (kfb). This pattern is designed for intermediate knitters looking to expand their skill set while creating a gorgeous piece of wearable art.

Sizes and Measurements:

The finished dimensions of the sample Octaaf shawl measure an impressive span width of 201 cm (79 inches) along the upper edge and a depth of 88 cm (34 ½ inches) when measured post-blocking. However, you can easily adjust the size of the Octaaf Shawl by opting for lighter or heavier yarn and modifying the number of repeats of the body patterning. Please note that these changes will also affect the total amount of yarn required.

Elevate your knitting projects with the Octaaf Shawl pattern, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any outfit or gifting to a loved one. Dive into this engaging knitting experience today and enjoy the satisfaction of creating a stunning lace shawl that showcases your skills and creativity!