Portland Shawl Pattern: A Top-Down Triangle with Slipped Stitch Color Work

Discover the Portland Shawl, a beautifully designed top-down triangle shawl that showcases the elegance of stockinette stitch, slipped stitch color work, and a simple ribbed border. This stunning knitting pattern is perfect for knitters of all skill levels, especially those eager to experiment with color techniques.

The slipped stitch color work featured in the Portland Shawl is both engaging and easy to master, allowing you to work with only one color at a time during each row. This technique creates visually striking designs while keeping the knitting process enjoyable and straightforward.

Pattern Features: The Portland Shawl pattern includes both comprehensive charts and detailed written directions, ensuring you have ample guidance to achieve a stunning finished product. You’ll be knitting with confidence in no time!

Yardage Requirements: For this project, you will need approximately 475m / 515yd of yarn for the Main Color (MC) and around 340m / 368yd for the Contrast Color (CC). This makes the Portland Shawl an accessible project for those looking to use up their stash or purchase new yarn.

Color Selection Tips: Choosing the right colors is crucial for vibrant mosaic color work. It's essential to select two high-contrast colorways to make your shawl sing! The pattern includes specific directions on how to audition yarn colors effectively to achieve the perfect combination.

Sample Versions:

• Grey/Gold Version: This version features 2 skeins of Tosh Sock in Charcoal for the Main Color and 1 skein of Julie Asselin Leizu Fingering in Olea for the Contrast Color. The blocked size measures an impressive 74 inches wide by 26 inches deep.
• Brown/Blue Version: Knit using 2 skeins of Tosh Merino Light in brown as the Main Color and 1 skein in Nassau blue for the Contrast Color. After blocking, it measures 74 inches wide by 28 inches deep, providing a beautiful drape.

Adjustable Size: One of the fantastic features of the Portland Shawl is its versatile sizing. If you prefer a slightly smaller shawl, you can easily adjust the pattern to work with just 1 skein of each color. This flexibility allows you to create a project that suits your personal style while managing yarn consumption effectively.

Embark on your knitting journey with the Portland Shawl pattern today! Whether you’re making it as a gift or for yourself, this shawl is sure to become a cherished accessory in your collection.