https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/reckoning-rectangles-shawl • Posted by GMC Group
This sheer beauty is a breeze to make with two lush, easy-to-knit rectangles and no additional shaping. Using sequined mohair yarn in a soft lavender adds sparkle and glamour. Knit the edging at the same time, then simply overlap the edgings and sew the rectangles together at the shoulders, leaving a neck opening. The nature-inspired leaf and floral embellishments are appliquéd onto the front lace panel. The rectangles will drape gracefully over the shoulders and flatter all body types. Reimagine it This wrap can easily be turned into a shrug. Just sew the two rectangles together down the shoulder seam to the wrist, then sew two sleeve seams, leaving a center opening of approximately 22" (56cm). Use any color you like, or try the same idea with a different stitch pattern and embellishment. Size S/M (L/XL), shown in S/M finished measurements Each piece measures 12" × 50" (16" x 54") [30.5 × 127 (40.5 × 137)cm] Gauge 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4" (10cm) in stitch pattern on smaller needles Take time to check gauge. Materials Skacel Schulana Kid-Paillettes (42% kid mohair, 40% polyester, 18% silk), 0.87oz (25g), 137 yd (125m); 6 (8) balls of #380 Pale Mauve Size U.S. 7 (4.5mm) straight needles and double-pointed needles, or size needed to obtain gauge Size U.S. 8 (5mm) straight needles, or one size larger than gauge needles, for casting on and binding off Tapestry needle Removable stitch markers Three 8mm crystal beads for the flower
This sheer beauty is a breeze to make with two lush, easy-to-knit rectangles and no additional shaping. Using sequined mohair yarn in a soft lavender adds sparkle and glamour. Knit the edging at the same time, then simply overlap the edgings and sew the rectangles together at the shoulders, leaving a neck opening. The nature-inspired leaf and floral embellishments are appliquéd onto the front lace panel. The rectangles will drape gracefully over the shoulders and flatter all body types. Reimagine it This wrap can easily be turned into a shrug. Just sew the two rectangles together down the shoulder seam to the wrist, then sew two sleeve seams, leaving a center opening of approximately 22" (56cm). Use any color you like, or try the same idea with a different stitch pattern and embellishment. Size S/M (L/XL), shown in S/M finished measurements Each piece measures 12" × 50" (16" x 54") [30.5 × 127 (40.5 × 137)cm] Gauge 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4" (10cm) in stitch pattern on smaller needles Take time to check gauge. Materials Skacel Schulana Kid-Paillettes (42% kid mohair, 40% polyester, 18% silk), 0.87oz (25g), 137 yd (125m); 6 (8) balls of #380 Pale Mauve Size U.S. 7 (4.5mm) straight needles and double-pointed needles, or size needed to obtain gauge Size U.S. 8 (5mm) straight needles, or one size larger than gauge needles, for casting on and binding off Tapestry needle Removable stitch markers Three 8mm crystal beads for the flower
Open Honeycomb Stitch (over an odd number of stitches) Row 1 (RS): Purl. Row 2: Purl. Row 3: K1, *yo, ssk; repeat from * to end. Row 4: Purl. Repeat rows 1–4 for pattern.
FRONT/BACK (make 2 ) With larger needles, cast on 55 (71) stitches. Change to smaller needles and knit 8 rows. Next row (RS): K3, work in Open Honeycomb stitch to the last 3 stitches, k3. Repeat this row, working Open Honeycomb stitch between Garter stitch edges, until piece measures 49 (53)" [124.5 (134.5) cm] from the cast-on edge, ending with row 1. Knit 8 rows. Bind off with larger needle. Note: The stitch pattern will bias; block lightly to shape.
FINISHING Flower Cast on 10 stitches with larger needle, leaving a 12" (30.5cm) tail. Row 1: *Kfb; repeat from * to end—20 stitches. Row 2: Knit. Row 3: *Kfb; repeat from * to end—40 stitches. Row 4: Knit. Row 5: *K4, kfb; repeat from * to the last 5 stitches, k5—47 stitches. Rows 6–17: Work in Open Honeycomb stitch. Row 18: *K2tog; repeat from * to the last stitch, k1—24 stitches. Row 19: *K2tog; repeat from * to end—12 stitches. Row 20: Repeat row 19—6 stitches. Pass the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th stitches, one at a time, over the first stitch and off the needle. Fasten off the last stitch. Weave the tail through the cast-on edge, gather tightly, and secure. Sew the cast-on edge to the bound-off edge to form the Flower and secure. Sew 3 crystal beads to the Flower center.
Leaves (make 9 ) Cast on 5 stitches with larger needle. Row 1 (RS): K2, yo, k1, yo, k2—7 stitches. Row 2 and all WS rows: Purl. Row 3: K3, yo, k1, yo, k 3—9 stitches. Row 5: K4, yo, k1, yo, k4—11 stitches. Row 7: Knit. Row 9: Ssk, k7, k2tog—9 stitches. Row 11: Ssk, k5, k2tog—7 stitches. Row 13: Ssk, k3, k2tog—5 stitches. Row 15: Ssk, k1, k2tog—3 stitches. Row 17: Slip 1, k2tog, psso—1 stitch. Fasten off.
I-cord With double-pointed needles, cast on 5 stitches. *Do not turn. Slide the stitches to the other end of the needle, k5; repeat from * for 17" (43cm). Next rnd: Do not turn. Slide the stitches to the other end of the needle, k2tog, k1, k2tog—3 stitches. Last rnd: Do not turn. Slide the stitches to the other end of the needle, k3tog—1 stitch. Fasten off.
ASSEMBLY Lay both pieces side by side lengthwise, wrong sides facing up. Mark each side of the center 9 (10)" [23 (25.5)cm] with removable stitch markers for the neck opening. Mark 6" (15cm) out from each neck marker. Overlap the Back garter stitch edge over the Front garter stitch edge from the neck marker to the outer marker for each side, pin in place, and sew securely. The piece drapes over the shoulders and opens at the arms. Sew the Flower, Leaves, and I-cord to the Front using the photo and schematic as a guide.