Ocean Spray Shawl

Inspired by the rhythmic waves of the ocean, the Ocean Spray Shawl is a versatile triangular shawlette that effortlessly combines comfort and style. Knit in garter stitch at a relaxed gauge, this design creates a soft, airy fabric that drapes beautifully over the shoulders or wraps snugly around the neck. The delicate lace edging adds a touch of sophistication and visual interest, making this the perfect accessory for layering under a coat in cooler months or wearing as a breezy accent piece in warmer weather. Whether you’re strolling along the shoreline or sipping coffee in the city, this timeless shawlette will be a staple in your wardrobe.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size: Shawl is 60” wide and 16” deep [152 x 40 cm] after blocking

Gauge: 18 sts and 20 rows = 4” [10 cm] in garter st after blocking 

Materials

Yarn: Sincere Sheep DK (85% polwarth wool, 15% tussah silk; 330 yards [302 meters]/113 grams): St Barts (1 skein)
Needles: US size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles (24” [60cm]); US size 5 (3.75 mm) straight or circular needles
Notions: Markers, stitch holders, tapestry needle

Pattern Notes

If using a different yarn, or if you want a larger shawl, work until half your yarn plus 10% remains, then start Part 2 (e.g. if you have 150 gms, work Part 1 until 75+15 or 90 gms are left, then start Part 2.)
It is knit side to side, from one point to the other. 

Pattern

Part 1

Using MC, cast on 3 sts.
Row 1 [RS]: Kfb, k to end. (4 sts)
Row 2 [WS]: Knit.
Row 3: as Row 1. (5 sts)
Row 4: Knit.
Row 5: Kfb, k till 4 sts rem, k2tog, yo, k2. (6 sts)
Rows 6-11: Repeat rows 4-5, 3 times. (9 sts)
Row 12: Knit.
Row 13: Kfb, k2, yo, k2tog, k till 4 sts rem, k2tog, yo, k2. (10 sts)
Row 14: Knit.
Rows 15-30: Repeat Rows 13-14 8 more times. (18 sts)
Row 31: Work Lace Chart (row 1), pm, k2, yo, k to last 4 sts, pm, k2tog, yo, k2. (19 sts)
Row 32: K to second marker, work Lace Chart (row 2).
Row 33: Work Lace Chart (row 3), sm, k2, yo, k to marker, k2tog, yo, k2. (21 sts)
Repeat Rows 32-33, working 7 repeats of the Lace Chart. (67 sts)
Work one more repeat up to row 10 of Lace Chart. (74 sts) 

Part 2

Row 1: Work Lace Chart (row 11), sm, k2, yo, k2tog, k to last 4 sts, sm, k2tog, yo, k2. (73 sts)
Row 2: K to second marker, work Lace Chart (row 12).
Row 3: Work Lace Chart (row 13), sm, k2, yo, k2tog, k to last 4 sts, sm, k2tog, yo, k2. (72 sts)
Row 4: K to second marker, work Lace Chart (row 14).
Row 5: Work Lace Chart (row 1), sm, k2, yo, k2tog, k to last 4 sts, sm, k2tog, yo, k2. (72 sts)
Row 6: K to second marker, work Lace Chart (row 2).
Row 7: Work Lace Chart (row 3), sm, k2, yo, k2tog, k to last 4 sts, sm, k2tog, yo, k2. (73 sts)
Row 8: K to second marker, work Lace Chart (row 4).
Row 9: Work Lace Chart (row 5), sm, k2, yo, k3tog, k to last 4 sts, sm, k2tog, yo, k2. (73 sts)
Repeat Rows 8-9, completing the 9th repeat, and working 7 more repeats of the Lace Chart. (18 sts)
Row 117: K1, yo, k2tog, yo, k3tog, k to last 4 sts, sm, k2tog, yo, k2. (17 sts)
Row 118: Knit.
Rows 119-134: Repeat rows 117-118 8 more times. (9 sts)
Remove markers.
Row 135: K1, yo, k2tog, yo, k3tog, k2tog, yo, k2. (9 sts)
Row 136: Knit.
Row 137: K1, k2tog, yo, k2tog, k2tog, yo, k2. (8 sts)
Row 138: Knit.
Row 139: K2, k2tog, k2tog, yo, k2. (7 sts)
Row 140: Knit.
Row 141: K1, k2tog, k2tog, yo, k2. (6 sts)
Row 142: Knit.
Row 143: K2tog, k2tog, yo, k2. (5 sts)
Row 144: Knit.
Row 145: K1, k2tog, k2. (4 sts)
Row 146: Knit.
Row 147: K2tog, k2. (3 sts)
BO rem sts.

Finishing

Weave in ends, and block into gentle triangle shape to open up lace design. Block edging into rounded motifs.

In Silk for Spring, you’ll find a curated collection of knitting patterns designed to showcase the elegance of silk-blend yarns. Each pattern in this collection features yarns with silk content ranging from 10% to 100%, including the shimmering richness of Mulberry Silk, the soft strength of Tussah Silk, and classic silk blends that drape beautifully against the skin.