StarPainter Shawl
Introducing the enchanting StarPainter shawl, a heart-shaped triangular design inspired by the iconic Van Gogh painting, "Starry Night." This exquisite shawl features gently curved wings that beautifully hug your shoulders, ensuring it stays securely in place even without the use of pins. Knit from the top down, the StarPainter shawl is a stunning showcase of various stitch patterns, transitioning through stockinette stitch embellished with sparkling stars and delicate eyelets. Enjoy the rhythmic texture of garter ridges and graceful, curving ripples, culminating in charming cottage and tree lace motifs. Finally, the piece is elegantly framed by a knit-on garter stitch border, adding a sophisticated finish to your masterpiece.
With a finished size of 60 inches around the neck and 23 inches deep, the StarPainter shawl offers ample coverage, especially when moderately blocked. Whether you’re preparing for a cozy evening or a stylish day out, this shawl is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe. Materials Needed:
To create this stunning shawl, you will need two skeins of yarn: at least 265 yards of Colour A and 345 yards of Colour B. For the sample shown above, I used Morning Bright Organic Merino/Nylon Sock Yarn, with "Starry" as Colour A and "Night" as Colour B. If you prefer a monochromatic design, you’ll require approximately 620 yards of fingering weight yarn. I highly recommend having extra yarn on hand to accommodate any variations in gauge, ensuring your shawl turns out just right.
When selecting your yarn colors: Colour A pairs beautifully with variegated yarn featuring short color runs, as well as tonal and solid colors. Meanwhile, Colour B excels when chosen from tonal and solid options, providing an elegant contrast to your overall design.
Elevate your knitting experience with the StarPainter shawl pattern—perfect for intermediate knitters looking to challenge and showcase their skills. Download the full pattern today and immerse yourself in a captivating knitting journey that pays homage to one of the greatest artists in history.
