Knit a Purl Ridge Wedge Shawl
Jen LucasDescription
Working from the top down is a popular method for knitting shawls. The three-wedge shawl shape provides both versatility and warmth. It’s also simple to knit. In this video, designer Jen Lucas shares a recipe-style pattern for how to knit a top-down three-wedge purl ridge stitch shawl.
SUPPLIES
This shawl can be knit in any weight of yarn you like, and Jen gives some recommendations for yarn amounts and needle size.
- For Sock/Fingering Weight, you’ll need 600+ yards of yarn and a US Size 5 (3.75 mm) or US Size 6 (4 mm) circular needle, 24″ cable or longer
- For Sport/DK Weight, you’ll need 525+ yards of yarn and a US Size 6 (4 mm) or US Size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle, 24″ cable or longer
- For Worsted Weight, you’ll need 450+ yards of yarn and a US Size 8 (.5 mm) or US Size 9 (5.5 mm) circular needle, 24″ cable or longer
You’ll also need stitch markers, tapestry needle, and blocking supplies.
THREE-WEDGE SHAWL
The shawl begins with a garter tab cast on, which Jen demonstrates in the video. This cast on is used because it allows for a continuous garter stitch edge along the top of the shawl, which makes for a nice detail. Once the cast on is complete, set-up rows are worked, and stitch markers are placed. The purl ridge pattern is worked over 4 rows, increasing by 6 stitches on the Right Side rows. Once the shawl is complete, it’s time to block the shawl and weave in the ends. Jen shares her tips on how to block this shawl shape.
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