This reversible shawl’s simple construction makes it perfect for beginning knitters. Bands of stockinette and reverse stockinette are ideal for showcasing gradient yarns in either of two yarn weights.

YARN
560 yards/512 meters fingering weight yarn or 415 yards/380 meters worsted weight yarn
Shown in Freia Handpaints Ombré Fingering in Lichen (grays with yellow) and Freia Handpaints Ombré Worsted in Cloud (grays)

NEEDLES
Adjust needle size as needed to obtain gauge.
Fingering: US #4/3.5 mm 32”/80 cm circular needle
Worsted: US #8/5 mm 32”/80 cm circular needle

NOTIONS
Stitch markers, tapestry needle

GAUGE
Fingering: 24 sts = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch after blocking
Worsted: 16 sts = 4”/10 cm in stockinette stitch after blocking

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Approximate, after blocking
Length = 17”/43 cm
Width = 62”/157 cm

SKILL LEVEL
Beginner

CONSTRUCTION
This triangular shawl is knit flat, starting at the nape of the neck with just 3 stitches. Yarn overs increase the stitch count, making the shawl gradually wider. A ribbed edging finishes the shawl prior to the bottom bind off edge.

To obtain one long, continuous gradient with an Ombré yarn (as shown below), alternate all skeins throughout.