Wave Stitch Silky Shrug Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 3 / 3.25mm, US 5 / 3.75mm
Techniques

knit, 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

Learn how to knit wave stitch with Siân Brown’s elegant pattern, knitted in DK yarn

This stunning shrug by Siân Brown features wave stitch, an undulating pattern created by dropping stitches that you'll love trying. To do it, you simply wind the yarn a certain number of times around the needle and then knit the next stitch. You then knit across the next row, dropping the extra loops to create this lovely wave effect. Finish the look with a cute knitted rosette.

What do I need?

Yarn: Silk DK, shade Light Blue, 8 (9, 10, 11) 50g balls
Needles: 3.25mm, 3.75mm
Popper: one

Sizing

Dress size (approx): 8-10 (12-14, 16-18, 20-22)
To fit bust (cm): 82-87 (92-97, 102-107, 112-117)
Actual bust (cm): 96 (105, 124, 132)
Length to shoulder (cm): 45 (47, 49, 51)

Special abbreviation

y2(3,4)rn k1: winding yarn 2 (3, 4) times round needle, k next st

Meet the designer

Siân Brown is a designer for magazines, yarn companies and publishers. She completed a fashion and textiles degree before starting a successful career in knitwear, which included her becoming a visiting lecturer at London College of Fashion.
To see more of Siân's patterns, visit here. If you enjoyed making this pattern, we think you'll love knitting this sparkly lace cardigan next.

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