Modern Knitted Shawls and Wraps
35 beautiful knitting designs, ranging from a simple wrap in chunky yarn for beginners to a lightweight lace evening shawl for experienced knitters.
Knitted shawls can be lacy or chunky, bright or neutral, cabled or just plain garter stitch, but they are always stylish, useful and perfect for when you need a little extra warmth. Laura Strutt has designed 35 beautiful shawls and wraps, with something for everyone, from novice knitters to experts. Divided into Bright and Beautiful, Warm and Rich, and Neutral and Natural shades, the patterns use a complete rainbow of colours, including variegated yarns. The stitch patterns are just as diverse, with textured triangles, beaded lace stitches and overlapping 'waves'. Start with a beautifully warm garter stitch wrap in a cool glacier blue – quick to knit even for a beginner – or a rainbow-striped triangular shawl. Then try a fashionable ombré-shaded shawl with an eyelet pattern, or a grey and white monochrome shawl with a bright contrast edging. For more experienced knitters, there are larger projects such as the brioche-stitch shawl, or the feather and fan stitch wrap in a variegated silk-based yarn. Whether you are knitting a cover-up for yourself, or a gift for a friend or family member, you will be spoilt for choice with these beautiful designs.
Laura Strutt is a passionate designer and enjoys knitting and crochet. Laura is the author of several books for CICO, including Modern Granny Square Crochet, Modern Crocheted Shawls and Wraps, Arm and Finger Knitting, Sewing for Babies and Children, Get Knooking, 35 Knitted Baby Blankets, Modern Embroidery and Modern Weaving. Discover more of Laura’s designs, technique guides and crafty inspiration on her website, www.madepeachy.com, and on Instagram @madepeachy. Laura is based in Ipswich, Suffolk.