Shawl Knitting Patterns For Spring
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Shawls are a staple piece in our wardrobes, in the winter we wear heavier shawls that can protect us from the weather and make our outfit pop.
In the warmer seasons, we choose lighter shawls that can be worn on chilly spring and summer nights and will keep the slight breeze away while looking fashionable or over a bathing suit at the beach.
A Little History About Shawls
Throughout fashion history, shawls have 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, they were passed down and 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.
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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 introduced more fitted styles 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.
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Knitted shawls become more in style
Nowadays, we love to wear and make knitted or crochet shawls in a variety of yarns, styles, sizes, and colors.
Squishy and warm shawls made with chunky yarn that you can throw on your shoulders or huge ones that you can wrap around your body in the winter, lighter ones that you can wear in spring, and even lighter lace ones you can wear in summer.
There is a variety of shawl knitting patterns you can try depending on your sense of fashion, your preference for yarns, and your skill level.
The Yarns Used For Knitting Shawls
Moreover, Lion Brand Yarns has a yarn line called Shawl in a cake you can make an entire shawl using only one skein.
Shawls can be knit in heavy bulky yarns for a fall/winter cozy vibe or in aran/worsted yarns for a warm yet lighter piece.
Perfect for knitting shawls is Cascade 220 yarn as there are so many colors to choose from.
Sontag Shawls
I love making shawls and one of my main inspirations is the tv show Outlander where you can see an array of Sontag shawls and other knitwear that includes: arm warmers, gloves, berets, and cowls.
All of the main characters wear beautiful shawls that I love to get inspired by and recreate.
You can see all of my shawl knitting patterns here: Shawls + Wraps and the Outlander Collection 2020 | Shawls, Wraps + Capelet Ebook.
Shawl Knitting Patterns For Spring
If you are looking to start making a shawl or scarf for your afternoon walks in spring or you want to make something for a friend take a look at the patterns below and you might find your next project.
Make a beautiful shawl in a green-blue color palette in a jazzy chevron pattern following this free knitting pattern.
This is an easy pattern for advanced beginners and there is a video tutorial on my YouTube channel to help you along.
This easy top-down crescent shawl is an easy shawl that can be made in fingering yarn (2-3 skeins).
Wear it as a shawl or a cape!
Knit a beautiful garter stitch shawl with the shawl knitting pattern by Bernat on the YarnInspirations website.
The ideal shawl for summer days and summer nights.
You can download this pattern PDF for free.
Make a lightweight triangle scarf for spring.
A great project for beginners this triangle scarf knitting pattern grows through simple increases.
This is an easy pattern and there is a video tutorial to help you get started on my YouTube channel.
You can also download your free PDF!
Knit up a shawl with a traditional knitting motif with this free knitting pattern by Christin Kimsey.
It’s a beautiful shawl with a lovely design to wear on spring and summer nights.
The picot bind off makes the edging very special.
You can download the pattern for free in Ravelry.
Make a large triangle shawl with a ruffled edge with this free knitting pattern.
A design inspired by Jenny’s shawl a character from the Outlander series from STARZ.
This shawl is an intermediate pattern and there is a video tutorial on my YouTube channel to help you knit the ruffled edge.
An asymmetrical shawl knitting pattern with an easy stitch pattern repeat.
The simple construction and details allow this design to be knit up in many different fibers and colors sure to fit your own personal style.
This is an easy pattern and there is a video tutorial to help you get started on my YouTube channel.
Knit a beautiful cable-edged shawl for you or as a gift following the free instructions from Vanessa Ewing.
The perfect shawl to wear in spring afternoons to keep the light chill away and look fabulous.
The pattern is available to download for free on Ravelry.
Make a large triangle shawl inspired by the shawl Claire the main character of Outlander wears in season 5 following this knitting pattern.
This is an intermediate pattern and there is a video tutorial on my YouTube channel to help you create the crochet shell border that decorates the edge of the Sontag shawl.
This asymmetrical shawl is knit with two strands of fingering weight yarn together.
knit it in bright colors with a gradient or ombre - whatever suits your style!
Make a lace shawl with a beautiful design following the free knitting pattern by Madeline from Madeline’s Wardrobe.
The shawl is very light and it’s perfect for us who always want something to wrap around our shoulders even on the warmer days.
Knit a lace shawl for you or as a gift for a friend following the free knitting pattern by Jaala Spiro.
The pattern is available as a free download on Ravelry.
Make a lovely crescent-shaped triangular shawl with lace edging following the free shawl knitting pattern by Emily Ross.
A lovely project to start if you are looking to make something to gift to a loved one.
Make a beautiful crescent-shaped shawl with a lace border in pinkish colors that resemble the color palette of the sky at sunset following the knitting pattern by Helen Stewart.
The pattern is ideal if you want to use up the leftover yarns you have in your stash.
You can purchase this pattern on Ravelry.
Helen also has a collection of beautiful shawls on Ravelry called The Shawl Society Season 4 - One perfect day.
Claire’s Rent Shawl Knitting Pattern will allow you to create a large triangle shawl with two different colored stripes in the design.
This shawl is seen in Outlander season 1 episode 5 ‘Rent’ worn over a tartan dress when Claire attends to the wounds of the clan MacKenzie.
This is an easy pattern and there is a video tutorial to help you get started on my YouTube channel.
The Fraser’s Ridge Outlander Shawl Pattern from Season 5 (seen in the opening credits and in various episodes) will allow you to create a large triangle shawl with a colored striped border edge in the design.
Knowledge of intarsia – working with more than one color is needed for this pattern.
This outlander shawl pattern will allow you to create a large triangle shawl.
Inspired by the crossover shawl Claire is wearing in Outlander season 4, episode 6 ‘Blood of my blood'.
This is an easy pattern and there is a video tutorial to help you get started on my YouTube channel.
