Sunset – This knitting pattern creates a top-down crescent-shaped shawl, gradually expanding as you knit. We rapidly increase in Section 1, with 6 stitches every 2 rows, then four stitches added every two rows through the rest of the shawl, creating wings that gracefully extend, forming a beautifully curved shape. The result is a classic crescent shawl with an elegant drape and a signature curled edge.
This project is worked flat, and it includes written directions throughout, accompanied by charts for pattern motifs, and a shaping schematic to guide you through each step. The instructions are broken down into clear, easy-to-digest sections to prevent overwhelm, ensuring a smooth knitting experience.
To further assist you, a link is provided that contains additional resources, such as a pattern progress tracker and a technique playlist. These tools give you everything you need to create your masterpiece confidently.
You can find additional resources for this pattern at https://rhyflowerknits.com/tag/sunset/
This pattern is also available for purchase on Ravelry.
Skill Level
Intermediate
Size Information
1 [2, 3]
Finished Measurements
60.75 [88, 121.75]” / 154.5 [223.5, 309] cm across the wingspan, 16 [23, 31.75]” / 40.5 [58.5, 80.5] cm deep, after blocking. We made our sample shawl in Size 2.
Notions
Tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, cable needle, locking stitch marker/progress keeper
Suggested Needles
US6 (4 mm) 40” / 100 cm circular needles, or size required to get gauge
Yarn Requirements
MC: 163 [340, 581] yd / 149 [311, 531] m fingering weight yarn
CC: 216 [420, 819] yd / 198 [384, 749] m fingering weight yarn
Suggested Yarn for Sunset
Madeline Tosh – Twist Light
75% Superwash Merino 25% Nylon
420 yd (384 m) / 3.5 oz (100 g)
MC: Tern
CC: Calligraphy
https://madelinetosh.com/
Gauge
22 stitches by 36 rows in garter stitch = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking. While gauge is not important, as the fit is not crucial, changes in gauge will cause size differences and the yardage required to complete the project.
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