Wheels

The Wheelers first introduced in "Ozma of Oz" are fascinating characters with arms and legs of equal length, each ending in unique wheels made from fingernails. Clad in vibrant, intricately embroidered outfits, they once terrified me as a child, but now I appreciate their quirky charm and steampunky style. If you're inspired by this whimsical vibe, our knitting pattern, "Wheels," captures their essence perfectly.

Wheels is a stunning crescent-shaped shawl that showcases a high-contrast color palette, featuring delightful wheels and stripes set against a neutral backdrop. The wheels are skillfully crafted flat, utilizing short-row techniques to form their beautiful curves. The body of the shawl is equally captivating, worked flat from the bottom up, featuring a harmonious blend of stitches both picked up from the wheels and newly cast on.

This versatile pattern allows for easy customization, enabling you to lengthen your shawl by adding more wheels. Each additional wheel requires approximately 32 yards of main color (MC) and 27 yards of contrasting color (CC). With two generous 400-yard skeins, you can confidently start with as many as 11 stylish wheels to create a truly unique accessory.

"Wheels" is proudly part of the enchanting [Steampunk Oz][1] Collection. While you're exploring this whimsical shawl, don't miss out on other patterns like [The Wizard][2] (requiring two skeins of DK yarn), [Glinda][3] (which calls for two skeins of fingering-weight yarn), and the captivating "Winged Mon." Dive into the delightful world of Oz and let your creativity flow with these charming knitting patterns!

Remember to check our website regularly for free and paid knitting patterns that inspire your next project. Happy knitting!