Beginner Lace Shawl Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

2 ply / Lace
Designer

Anniken Allis
Needle Size

US 5 / 3.75mm
Needle Type

Circular
Techniques

knit, Lace, Purl

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Beautiful and feminine, Anniken Allis’ delicate shawl is a lacy work of art.

If you’ve ever wanted to try knitting lace but felt daunted, Anniken Allis' dainty shawl is the perfect beginner-friendly lace shawl pattern. Using simple yarn forward increases and basic decreases to create beautiful eyelets, this pretty wrap is worked over a straightforward 10-row repeat. Ideal for building confidence with lace knitting, this knitting pattern is a stylish and satisfying project that adds elegance to any handmade wardrobe.

Sizing

Width: 178cm
Each spine: 89cm (see schematic)

What you need

Yarn: YarnAddict Silky Merino, one 100g ball
Needles: 3.75mm circular, long
Blunt tapestry needle
Pins (for blocking)

Meet the designer

A lace knitting expert, we are thrilled to have author Anniken Allis in the Let's Knit Together family. Producing patterns for leading names such as Debbie Bliss, Knitscene, and Interweave Knits, Anniken also travels the UK to share her skill set through workshops. If you enjoyed making this shawl pattern, we think you'll love knitting this batwing lace top pattern next.

How to access this pattern

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