Materials: YARN: 350+ yards sport-weight OR Up to 600 yards lace/ fingering weight NEEDLES: 1or 2 sizes up than the size indicated for the yarn of your choice (to cater for drape) NOTIONS: Stitch Markers ABBREVIATIONS: BO = bind off CO= cast on k= knit kfb=knit into front + back of the same stitch k2tog =knit 2 sts together p= purl PM=place marker RS=Right Side SM=slip marker ssk =slip, slip, knit st= stitch sts=stitches yo=yarn over WS= Wrong Side
Bougainville is a versatile scarf/shawl pattern that you can easily knit at any gauge and any size, using the yarn that suits you best! In fact, I knit the prototype in a sport-weight cotton yarn and my second shawl in a lighter and larger version, using a fingering weight silk yarn and aiming at a more luscious result! I would highly recommend you to visit the MKAL thread for extra feedback on knitting this shawl, if you decide to use a different yarn weight. As you know, gauge and yardage depend on the yarn weight and the needle size, so, I'd suggest you go up a size or two from the needles recommended by the manufacturer. NOTE: When working Row 3, you are required to "yo twice". This is achieved by wrapping the yarn round your right-hand needle 2 times. In the following row (Row 4, working on the WS) you will work this double yo as indicated in the pattern: first you p1 (without dropping the yo from the left-hand needle) and then k1 in the same stitch. This will create a bold and rather large, decorative hole in your fabric. Now you can let the yo yarn go. ① 2016 Maria Zilakou Designs | This pattern is for personal use only. Do not copy, sell or distribute this pattern or sell items made with it. You may use it for charity purposes, as long as you let me know and acknowledge my author's credits. Thank you for respecting this. SETUPROWS CO 3 sts Row 1: k1, kfb, k1 (4sts) Row 2: k1, kfb, k to end (5sts) Row 3: k2, yo, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (=+2 sts) Row 4: k1, kfb, p to last 2 sts, k2tog (same st count) Repeat rows 3 and 4 for 4 more times (15sts) PART 1a Row 1 (RS): k2, yo, PM, [k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2], PM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (=+2 sts) Rows 2, 6, 8 (WS): k1, kfb, p to Marker, SM, [p8], SM, p1, k2tog Row 3 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k2, k2tog, yo twice, ssk, k2], SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 4 (WS): k1, kfb, p to Marker, SM, [p4, k1, p3], SM, p1, k2tog Row 5 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k1, k2tog, yo, k2, yo, ssk, k1], SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 7 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k1, yo, ssk, k2, k2tog, yo, k1], SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1. (23 sts)
PART 2a
Row 1 (Rs): k2, yo, SM, [k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2] x 2 times (removing marker as you work past it), PM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (=+2 sts) Rows 2, 6, 8 (WS): k1, kfb, p to Marker, SM, [p8] x 2 times, SM, p1, k2tog Row 3 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k2, k2tog, yo twice, ssk, k2] x 2 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 4 (WS): k1, kfb, p to Marker, SM, [p4, k1, p3] x 2 times, SM, p1, k2tog Row 5 (Rs): k2, yo, SM, [k1, k2tog, yo, k2, yo, ssk, k1] × 2 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 7 (Rs): k2, yo, SM, [k1, yo, ssk, k2, k2tog, yo, k1] × 2 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1. (31 sts)
PART 3a
Work as for Part 2a, only this time you work 3 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 39 sts on your needle.
PART 4a
Work as for Part 3a, only this time you work 4 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 47 sts on your needle.
PART 5a
Row 1 (RS): k2, yo, SM, k8, PM, [k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2] x 4 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (=+2 sts) Rows 2, 6, 8 (WS): k1, kfb, p to Marker, SM, [p8] x 4 times, SM, k to Marker, SM, p1, k2tog Row 3 (RS): k2, yo, SM, k to Marker, SM, [k2, k2tog, yo twice, ssk, k2] x 4 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 4 (WS): k1, kfb, p to Marker, SM, [p4, k1, p3] x 4 times, SM, kto Marker, SM, p1, k2tog Row 5 (RS): k2, yo, SM, k to Marker, SM, [k1, k2tog, yo, k2, yo, ssk, k1] x 4 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 7 (RS): k2, yo, SM, k to Marker, SM, [k1, yo, ssk, k2, k2tog, yo, k1] x 4 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1. (55 sts) Repeat rows 1-8 for 5 more times. Note that Row 1 should now be worked as follows: K2, yo, SM, k to Marker, remove Marker, k8, PM, [k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2] x 4 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (=+2 sts) Stich count increases by +8 sts after each pattern repeat (63sts/ 71sts/ 79sts/ 87sts/ 95sts) Start counting rows again. Row 1(RS): k2, yo, SM, k to last 2 sts (removing markers as you work past them, kfb, k1 (=+2sts) Row 2(WS): k1, kfb, k to Marker, SM, p1, k2tog Repeat rows 1 and 2 for one more time. (99 sts) Start counting rows again.
PART 1b
Row 1 (RS): k2, yo, PM, [k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2], PM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (=+2 sts) Rows 2, 6, 8 (WS): k1, kfb, k to Marker, SM, [p8], SM, p1, k2tog Row 3 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k2, k2tog, yo twice, ssk, k2], SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 4 (WS): k1, kfb, kto Marker, SM, [p4, k1, p3], SM, p1, k2tog Row 5 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k1, k2tog, yo, k2, yo, ssk, k1], SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 7 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k1, yo, sk, k2, k2tog, yo, k1], SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1. (107sts) PART 2b Row 1 (RS): k2, yo, PM, [k2, yo, ssk, k2tog, yo, k2] x 2 times, PM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 (=+2 sts) Rows 2, 6, 8 (WS): k1, kfb, k to Marker, SM, [p8]x 2 times, SM, p1, k2tog Row 3 (RS): k2, yo, SM, [k2, k2tog, yo twice, ssk, k2] × 2 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 4 (WS): k1, kfb, k to Marker, SM, [p4, k1, p3] x 2 times, SM, p1, k2tog Row 5 (Rs): k2, yo, SM, [k1, k2tog, yo, k2, yo, ssk, k1] × 2 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1 Row 7 (Rs): k2, yo, SM, [k1, yo, ssk, k2, k2tog, yo, k1] × 2 times, SM, k to last 2 sts, kfb, k1. (115 sts) Work as for Part 2b, only this time you work 3 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 123 sts on your needle Work as for Part 3b, only this time you work 4 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 131 sts on your needle
PART 5b
Work as for Part 4b, only this time you work 5 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 139 sts on your needle
PART 6b
Work as for Part 5b, only this time you work 6 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 148 sts on your needle
PART 7b
Work as for Part 6b, only this time you work 7 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 156 sts on your needle
PART 8b
Work as for Part 7b, only this time you work 8 times the st pattern between the brackets. At the end of this part you have 164 sts on your needle At this point you can BO all your sts very loosely or opt for a longer version and go on working as established, adding 1 more pattern repeat each time for as long as you wish your shawltobe.
OPTIONAL PICOT BIND-OFF
BO the first 2 sts, remove Marker, \*BO the next 4 sts, place remaining stitch back on the left needle and CO 2 sts. BO these 2 sts and the next 4sts\* repeat from \* to\* as you BO over all eyelet motifs. Remove Marker and then BO the rest of the sts (garter) as usual. Weave in any ends, wash and fiercely block your shawl! Wear in health and joy! ? 2o16 Maria Zilakou Designs | This pattern is for personal use only. Do not copy, sell or distribute this pattern or sell items made with it. You may use it for charity purposes, as long as you let me know and acknowledge my author's credits. Thank you for respecting this.
Maria lives and knits (a lot) in Pireaus, Greece. An experienced Foreign Languages Teacher and Translator, she is happily married to a (very patient) husband and the mother of a son (a quite creative 10+ year old). She selfpublishes her designs on Ravelry and teaches Advanced Knitting and Crochet Techniques in Craft Fairs and Art Centers. She loves the way Internet brings people together, so, go ahead and connect with her: Facebook Page Instagram Twitter Pinterest Website
V'OTSALA
by MARIA ZILAKOU
V'OTSALA
V'otsala is the Greek word for "sea pebbles" and I tried to capture the moment the sea caresses these pebbles... Yes, the yarn color was what inspired me in the first place, but so was the need for a light, ethereal shawl with a new shape and instructions that can be easily memorized. A shawl that knits up rather quickly and can be worn all year round. Stockinette stitch, an easy mesh pattern, garter stitch and a few hours of knitting bliss will result in this light, airy shawl!
You will need:
Yarn: Treliz Sock Superwash (400meters) Needles: Us 7— 4,5mm circular needle and some Stitch Markers
Glossary:
BO=bind off CO=cast on K=knit k2tog=knit 2sts together PM=place marker PART 1 CO 3 sts. Set-Up Row (RS): K1, yo, k1, yo, k1 Next row (ws): Knit all sts (5sts) Next row (RS): [K1, yo] x 4 times, k1 Next row (Ws): Knit al sts (9 sts) Row 1 (Rs): K2, yo, [k1, yo] ×2 times, kto last 4 sts [yo, k1] × 2 times, yo, k2 (+ 6 sts) Row 2 (Ws): K2, P to last 2 sts, K2 Repeat rows 1 and 2 for 23 more times (153 sts) Start counting rows again: Row 1 (RS): K2, PM, [yo, ssk, K1] ×20 times, PM, K2, yo, [K1, yo] x 2 times, Kto last 4 sts [yo, K1] × 2 times, yo, K2 (+6 sts) Row 2 (Ws): K2, Pto 2 sts before Marker, K2, SM,[yo, P2tog, K1] x 20 times, SM, K2 Repeat rows 1 and 2 (slipping Markers as you work past them) for 8 more times (207 sts) PART 2 This part of the shawl includes a Short row Section which is worked right after the "mesh". Start counting rows again: Row 1 (RS): K2, SM, [yo, ssk, K1] x 20 times, SM, K2, yo, [K1, yo] × 2 times, k75, w&t Row 2 (Ws): sl1, p70, w&t, Row 3 (RS): sl1, k65, w&t, Row 4 (WS): sl1, p60, w&t, Row 5(RS): sl1, k55, w&t, Row 6 (ws): sl1, p50, w&t, Row 7 (RS): sl1, k45, w&t, Row 8 (ws): sl1, p40, w&t, Row 9 (Rs): sl1, k to last 4sts, making sure that you knit the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you work past them, [yo, K1] ×2 times, yo, K2 Row 10 (ws): K2, P to 2 sts before Marker, making sure that you purl the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you work past them, k2, SM,[yo, P2tog, K1] x 20 times, SM, K2 (213 sts) Repeat rows 1-10 one more time. (219 sts). When working on the last row of the second repeat, remove all Markers. PART 3 Start counting rows again: Row 1 (RS): K2, PM, [yo, ssk, K1] x60 times, PM, K2, yo, [K1, yo] x 2 times, Kto last 4 sts [yo, K1] ×2 times, yo, K2 (+6 sts) Row 2 (WS): K2, Pto 2 sts before Marker, k2, SM, [yo, P2tog, K1] x 60 times, SM, K2 Repeat rows 1 and 2 (slipping Markers as you work past them) for 4 more times. (249 sts) Start counting rows again. Row1(Rs): K2, SM,[yo,ssk, K1]x60 times, SM, K2, yo, [K1, yo]×2 times, k35, w&t Row 2 (ws): sl1, p30, w&t, Row 3 (RS): sl1, k25, w&t, Row 4 (ws): sl1, p20, w&t, Row 5 (RS): sl1, k15, w&t, Row 6 (WS): sl1, p10, w&t,
V'OTSALA
@2016—MARIA ZILAKOU DESIGNS 丨 THIS PATTERN IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY |DO NOT COPY, SELL OR DISTRIBUTE THIS PATTERN OR SELLITEMS MADE FROM IT!THANKYOU! Row 7 (Rs): sl1, kto last 4sts, making sure that you knit the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you work past them, [yo, K1] x2 times, yo, K2 Row 8 (Ws): K2, Pto 2 sts before Marker, making sure that you purl the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you work past them, k2, SM, [yo, P2tog, K1] x 60 times, SM, K2. (255 sts) PART 4 (Short Rows border) Start counting rows again: Row 1a (Rs): k65 sts (remove Marker after second st, as you work past it), w&t, PM (to mark the end of the first short rows section) Row 2a (Ws): sl1, k60, w&t, Row 3a (RS): sl1, k55, w&t, Row 4a (Ws): sl1, k50, w&t, Row 5a (RS): sl1, k45, w&t, Row 6a (Ws): sl1, k40, w&t, Row 7a (RS): sl1, k35, w&t, Row 8a (WS): sl1, k30, w&t, Row 9a (RS): sl1, k25, w&t, Row 10a (WS): sl1, k20, w&t, Row 11a (RS): sl1, k15, w&t, Row 12a (WS): sl1, k10, w&t, Row 1b (Rs): k to Marker (make sure you knit the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you go past them), SM, k65, PM (to mark the end of the second short-rows section) w&t, Row 2b (Ws): sl1, k60, w&t, Row 3b (RS): sl1, k55, w&t, Row 4b (Ws): sl1, k50, w&t, Row 5b (RS): sl1, k45, w&t, Row 6b (Ws): sl1, k40, w&t, Row 7b (RS): sl1, k35, w&t, Row 8b (Ws): sl1, k30, w&t, Row 9b (RS): sl1, k25, w&t, Row 10b (WS): sl1, k20, w&t, Row 11b (RS): sl1, k15, w&t, Row 12b (WS): sl1, k10, w&t, Row 1c (Rs): k to Marker (make sure you knit the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you go past them), SM, k45, PM (to mark the end of the 3rd short-rows section) w&t, Row 2c (WS): sl1, k40, w&t, Row 3c (RS): sl1, k35, w&t, Row 4c (ws): sl1, k30, w&t, Row 5c (RS): sl1, k25, w&t, Row 6c (ws): sl1, k20, w&t, Row 6c (RS): sl1, k15, w&t, Row 7c (ws): sl1, k10, w&t, Row 1d (RS): k to Marker (make sure you knit the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you go past them), SM, k50, PM (to mark the end of the 4th short-rows section) w&t, Row 2d (Ws): sl1, k45, w&t, Row 3d (RS): sl1, k40, w&t, Row 4d (ws): sl1, k35, w&t, Row 5d (RS): sl1, k30, w&t, Row 6d (ws): sl1, k25, w&t, Row 7d (RS): sl1, k20, w&t, Row 8d (wS): sl1, k15, w&t Row 9d (RS): sl1, k10, w&t, Row 10d (WS): sl1, k5, w&t, Row 1e (RS): k to Marker (make sure you knit the wrapped sts together with their wraps as you go past them), SM, k to the end of the row. Row 2e (ws): k all sts, slipping Markers as you work past them and making sure you knit the rest of the wrapped sts together with their wraps. Repeat rows 1e-2e one more time. Next row (Rs): [BO 2 sts, place remaining st back on your left needle, CO 2 sts, BO 5sts] to the end of the row.
Maria lives and knits (a lot) in Pireaus, Greece. An experienced Foreign Languages Teacher and Translator, she is happily married to a (very pa-tient) husband and the mother of a son (a quite creative 10+ year old). She self-publishes her designs on Ravelry and teaches Advanced Knitting and Crochet Techniques in Craft Fairs and Art Centers. She loves the way Internet brings people together, so, go ahead and connect with her!
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