20 Knitted Shawl Patterns You Need To Make!
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If there is one accessory that we can say can be worn all year long is shawls…..
You can really have a shawl for every season.
It just depends on the material that the shawl is made of.
An openwork lace shawl is ideal for summer but a chunky blanket shawl is perfect for the winter.
Knitted Shawl Patterns
There are so many shawl patterns, you can choose from, large but light shawls you can wear in the summer, at the beach, and even use as a bathing suit cover-up, plus smaller light shawls that barely cover your shoulders.
Or you can knit chunky shawls that you can wrap around you and keep you warm in the winter, and Sontag shawls that wrap around your waist and tie behind your back.
A Little History of Shawls
Throughout fashion history, the shawl has been a statement piece.
They originated in India and made their appearance in Europe in the late 1700s, especially in France and Britain.
Shawls were originally worn by the upper classes as they were very expensive, were passed down, and were considered an heirloom.
It wasn’t until the early 19th Century that more inexpensive pieces were being produced and the shawls finally reached the middle class.
Shawls for the masses
As the 1800s progressed so did the shawls and their manufacturing towards the end of the Century, even working-class women would wear shawls of lesser quality.
But as the 20th Century rolled around and women’s fashion was introduced more fitted shawls faded away.
They did a small comeback in the late ’90s, and early 2000s in the form of pashminas, a cashmere shawl that would accompany the strapless and sleeveless dress.
And if you want to learn all about Sontag shawls check out this post The Sontag Shawl {History and Patterns}
The Best Shawl Is The Knitted Shawl
If you are a knitter and there will never ever be a better shawl than the one you can make on your own…
Knitted shawls are better because if you make them you will adore them and you can really make the shawl of your dreams and needs.
You can consider all your likes (different colors, shapes, etc) and needs and find the best pattern that suits you and make little changes here and there to make it fit you exactly as you want.
All kinds of knitted shawls
And before anyone says that knitted shawls are only for winter.
That’s absolutely not true!
The season to wear your shawl really depends on two things.
The yarn weight you choose and the knitting stitches of your choice.
The right yarn for shawls
The yarn weight you will choose to use for your shawl will determine how warm it will keep you.
If you choose a light yarn, like lace weight yarn, fingering weight yarn, fine weight yarn, or DK weight yarn your shawl will be light and airy and perfect to wear in spring and summer,
But if you go for a worsted weight yarn, bulky weight yarn, or super bulky weight yarn your shawl will be quite warm for summer and spring but perfect for autumn and winter.
And the right stitch…
Another factor is also the knitting stitch pattern you will choose.
If you go for an open work stitch, dropped stitch, or something similar your shawl will be quite light and airy.
You can see shawl video tutorials on my YouTube channel here.
Why Knit A Shawl
Shawls are very fun to make as they can be an ideal project for beginners, as they can introduce light shaping.
An easy-to-make triangular shawl is ideal for a newbie.
And shawls made with the basic knit stitches, like the knit stitch, the simple garter stitch, and the stockinette stitch
And if you are a more intermediate knitter you can choose a more complex pattern that includes textured or asymmetrical designs.
Shawl Knitting Patterns
The shawl knitting patterns in this list are the most beautiful, versatile, and intriguing all around.
Here are some of the most interesting and gorgeous shawls for you to make.
Knit an easy-to-make crescent shawl with this free knitting pattern.
This knit shawl is perfect for spring or fall.
This shawl knitting pattern is inspired by Jenny’s shawl from Outlander worn by Jenny Murray, loaned to Mary McNab when she visits Jamie in the cave and later seen on Janet, Jenny’s daughter.
Knit an easy triangle shawl with this free knitting pattern.
Inspired by the crossover shawl Claire is wearing in Outlander season 6.
Knit a shawl Inspired by the shawl Claire wears in Outlander Season 5 seen in episode 8 ‘Famous Last Words’ and episode 11 ‘Journeycake’ with this free knitting pattern.
Knit this beautiful Outlander inspired shawl with this free knitting pattern,
Knit an easy triangle shawl with this free knitting pattern.
It’s ideal for advanced beginners.
A shawl inspired by the knits worn by Claire Fraser in the show Outlander.
Knit a beautiful shawl with this free knitting pattern.
This knit shawl pattern is perfect for cable lovers!
Knit Claire’s famous Carolina shawl from the TV series Outlander with this free knitting pattern.
Make a huge blanket shawl with this free knitting pattern.
This shawl is created in style in the style of Jamie Fraser’s large tartan shawl seen in all seasons of the Outlander series.
Recreate Claire’s Outlander season 5 shawl with this free knitting pattern.
Make a replica of Claire’s shawl seen worn in Outlander season 1 episode 8 ‘Both Sides Now’, episode 10 ‘By The Pricking Of My Thumbs’, and episode 15 ‘Wentworth Prison’ with this free knitting pattern.
Knit a big triangle shawl with two different color stripes in the design with this free knitting pattern.
This shawl is seen in Outlander season 1 episode 5 ‘Rent’ worn over a tartan dress when Claire attends to the clan MacKenzie.
Make a modern fringe shawl with this free knitting pattern.
Inspired by the shawls worn in the Outlander TV series and the setting of Fraser’s Ridge in Season 6.
Knit an easy asymmetrical shawl with a free knitting pattern.
This shawl is designed with comfort and everyday wear in mind.
Make a triangle shawl for yourself or as a gift with this free knitting pattern.
It’s perfect to wear every day in spring and summer.
Make an asymmetrical shawl for yourself or as a gift with this free knitting pattern.
It’s perfect to wear every day in spring and summer.
Make a triangle shawl for yourself or as a gift with this free knitting pattern.
It’s perfect to wear every day in spring and summer.
Make an asymmetrical shawl for yourself or as a gift with this free knitting pattern.
It’s perfect to wear every day in spring and summer.
Make a light and airy shawl with this free knitting pattern.