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If you are looking for a basic shawl that is simple to make but nice enough to be worn anytime you feel like dressing up, this basic shawl knitting pattern fits the bill. It’s a good project that will give you lots of practice decreasing and increasing.

You’ll need:

1. Approximately 30 yards of fuzzy and medium weight yarn
2. Size 7 straight needles
3. sewing needle or crochet hook

Size:

This pattern makes a piece that is roughly 52 inches long and 14 inches wide. If you want a longer shawl, simply use more yarn, or you can increase more to get a wider shawl.

Let’s start!

1. Begin by casting on 3 stitches.

2. Knit row 1, purl row 2.

3. Increase by knitting into the front and back on the first and last stitch; then knit other stitches.

4. Purl row 4.

5. Repeat this pattern while purl rows and increasing on both ends of the knit rows; for approximately 12 inches.

6. Purl and knit straight until the shawl measures approximately 45 inches.

7. Continue this pattern, only this time, decrease on the last and first stitch of the knit rows by k2tog on each end.

Finishing tip: Bind off and weave the ends once you get down to the last 3 stitches. A wonderful way to wear this piece is by draping it over your shoulders and holding it in place with a nice pin. You can also use a knitting needle or a fancy chopstick to hold it together.

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Author: Marjory Richmond
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