v-allknit

here is a very simple pattern,

Skill level : intermediate

You need : Different shades of one color, one hank each. ( this is a very versatile pattern, one can have two shades of one color to as many as you want .... ten )

I have used Vardhman wool

needles 4mm, smaller if you want a little tight knit and thicker if you want a lacy finish.

Gauge is not a issue ( and I love this line in all the things i want to knit )




Now the pattern ......

Basic stitch pattern is divisible by 18.

Row 1: K

Row 2: P

Row 3: *K 2 tog 3 times, YO, K1 6 times, K 2 tog 3 times* repeat to border.

Row 4: K


Cast on any amount (divisible by 18) plus 8 stitches for border, ( 4 on each side ). Keep these border stitches in Knit Only (BOTH SIDES)

Knit 2 rows, ans start pattern repeats, knit for the length desired, and knit two rows.

add fringe if you like.

and its done.

What all might help-- putting stitch marker after every 18 stitches so that the increases and decreases are in check.

Putting a life line after abt every 10 rows esp in beginning, and later u can leave it as you get the "hang" of the pattern

this is an old pic of a shawl, knitted long back.... using same pattern