Sierpinski's Triangle Shawl

This stunning triangular shawl pattern is inspired by the captivating mathematical fractal known as Sierpinski's triangle. Designed to be knitted from the center neck edge outward, this unique pattern creates two identical isosceles triangles, culminating in a beautifully intricate lace edging along the bottom. The entire pattern is expertly charted for easy navigation, and row-by-row written instructions are also provided, ensuring that knitters of all skill levels can successfully create this masterpiece.

For this lace shawl pattern, the lace design is worked exclusively on the right side rows, with each pattern row offering a delightful variation to keep your knitting experience engaging. You'll find that no two rows are the same, making this project as interesting as it is rewarding.

We showcase three stunning shawls, each knitted with different weight yarns for a varied look and feel. The detailed yarn specifications—including gauge and needle sizes—are particularly tailored to the black shawl made from fingering weight yarn. Below are the specifics for each of the three beautiful shawls:

1. Black Shawl - Knitted with fingering weight yarn (Lana Gattos VIP, an exquisite blend of 80% wool and 20% cashmere, providing a soft and luxurious texture). This shawl uses 1200 yards, with a gauge of 5 stitches and 7 rows per inch, employing 3.75mm (US 5) needles. Once blocked, it measures approximately 47" down the center back and 86" across the neck edge.
2. Golden Mohair Shawl - This eye-catching piece is crafted from lace weight yarn (Hand Painted Mohair), which offers a delicate and airy quality. The yarn has 490 yards available in 50 gm balls, making it an ideal choice for projects requiring a lightweight finish.

This Sierpinski-inspired triangular shawl is perfect for those looking to blend mathematical beauty with creativity in knitting. Whether you choose to work with fingering, lace, or another yarn weight, this adaptable pattern will guide you through creating a stunning and versatile accessory. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to add this exceptional shawl design to your knitting collection!