This scarf starts as a crosswise rectangle; stitches are picked up along both long sides, and at the edges. From there the scarf is knitted in the round, in garter stitch, with mitred corners.

A square blanket adds a stitch on each side of each corner, every other row; this pattern makes a stitch at the end of each section, four times per row. So the squares gradually shift round, making this a quirky shape with slightly rounded corners. It’s all circular stocking stitch (apart from contrast rows) and has no fixed gauge. Use whatever...

This lovely flowing shawl is remarkably easy to make, once you get the concept in your mind. It’s an expanding pattern of ribs, and you can continue until it’s the length that suits you best. You can also use any yarn, so long as you employ large enough needles to make a fabric that drapes beautifully.

As described, this pattern makes an asymmetrical shawl that covers the shoulders nicely. You can change any of the parameters to make a larger or smaller shawl. Gauge is not important; however, this particular gauge uses up exactly two balls of Scarfie yarn.