Wrap yourself in regal elegance with the Amethyst Keyhole Wrap, a sophisticated and practical accessory designed to stay effortlessly in place. The rich amethyst hue evokes a sense of luxury, while the delicate lace trim adds a touch of timeless beauty. Featuring a cleverly designed keyhole opening, this wrap secures itself without slipping, making it the perfect hands-free layering piece for chilly days and elegant evenings alike. Whether draped over a dress for a special occasion or paired with a cozy sweater for everyday wear, this wrap blends warmth, style, and function into a must-have knit.
Skill Level: Advanced
Size: 18″ / [46 cm] wide x 53″ / [135 cm] long after blocking and without including the keyhole
Gauge: 22 sts and 21 rows = 4” [10 cm] in Trellis Leaf pattern after wet blocking
Materials
Yarn: Knit Picks Diadem Solid (50% Baby Alpaca, 50% Mulberry Silk; 329 yards [301 meters]/100 grams): 26525 Amethyst, 2 hanks
Needles: US size 4 (3.5 mm) for body; US size 3 (3.25 mm) for ribbing
Notions: Tapestry needle
Special Stitches
K1, P1 Ribbing (worked over an odd number of sts)
Row 1: *K1, p1; rep from * to last st, k1.
Rep Row 1 for patt.
Trellis Leaf Pattern (worked over a multiple of 12 sts + 1 + 4 sts for edges)
Row 1 and all odd numbered rows (WS): K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2.
Rows 2, 4, and 6: K2, k2tog, *k2, yo, ssk, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, yo, k2, sk2p; rep from * to last 4 sts, ssk, k2.
Row 8: K2, k2tog, *k1, yo, k2tog, yo, k3, yo, ssk, yo, k1, sk2p; rep from * to last 4 sts, ssk, k2.
Row 10: K2, k2tog, *yo, k2tog, yo, k5, yo, ssk, yo, sk2p; rep from * to last 4 sts, ssk, k2.
Rows 12, 14, and 16: K3, *yo, k2tog, yo, k2, sk2p, k2, yo, ssk, yo, k1; rep from * to last 2 sts, k2.
Row 18: K4, *yo, ssk, yo, k1, sk2p, k1, yo, k2tog, yo, k3; rep from * to last 4 sts, k2, k2.
Row 20: K5, *yo, ssk, yo, sk2p, yo, k2tog, yo, k5; rep from * to last 5 sts, k3, k2.
Rep Rows 1-20 for patt.
Pattern Notes
This pattern starts with the edging. Stitches are picked up at the straight edge of the edging and worked in a lace pattern. The keyhole is on the other end and is worked in k1, p1 ribbing.
Pattern
Wave Edging
With larger needle, CO 13 sts.
Rows 1-4: Knit.
Row 5 and all odd numbered rows (WS): K2, purl to last 2 sts, k2.
Row 6 (RS): Sl1, k3, yo, k5, yo, k2tog, yo, k2 – 15 sts.
Row 8: Sl1, k4, sk2p, k2, (yo, k2tog) twice, k1 – 13 sts.
Row 10: Sl1, k3, ssk, k2, (yo, k2tog) twice, k1 – 12 sts.
Row 12: Sl1, k2, ssk, k2, (yo, k2tog) twice, k1 – 11 sts.
Row 14: Sl1, k1, ssk, k2, (yo, k2tog) twice, k1 – 10 sts.
Row 16: K1, ssk, k2, yo, k1, yo, k2tog, yo, k2 – 11 sts.
Row 18: Sl1, (k3, yo) twice, k2tog, yo, k2 – 13 sts.
Rep Rows 5-18, 12 times, then work Rows 1-4 once more.
BO all sts loosely.
Body
With RS of edging facing, pick up and knit 101 sts on the straight edge of the Wave Edging.
Work Rows 1-20 of Trellis Leaf Pattern 14 times total.
Keyhole
Change to smaller needles.
Row 1: *K2tog; rep from * to last st, k1 – 51 sts.
Work in K1, P1 Ribbing on all sts for 8″ / [20 cm].
BO all sts loosely, leaving a long tail.
Finishing
Block. Fold the bound off edge towards the beginning of ribbing.
Sew last row to first row of ribbing.
Weave in all ends.
I thought it looked so pretty. I have knit many lace patterns, but I think this one is very poorly written, and I give up. I am so disappointed.
Hi Janet, let me know if you have a specific part of the pattern that you need help with. There is also a lace chart with this pattern that you may find helpful. – Nicola, Editor
I am sorry you have problems with this wrap. If you have problems with the abbreviations, here is a list:
https://www.craftyarncouncil.com/standards/knitting-abbreviations
Please do these patterns in pdf.
Hello Sonia! Thank you for your feedback. We are always looking for new ways to improve our user experience. We currently do not allow downloads of our patterns, but are exploring options in the near future. – Nicola, Editor
I love it! I like to make alot of stuff