This simple knit shawl pattern is an easy and fun knitting project to make and I created it so that you can use any yarn weight/size.
It's also a lovely knit pocket shawl too. I love having pockets for all my little knitting things. And these pockets are nice and big so things won't fall out.
And this is an easy beginner knitting pattern too which means that this is suitable for all knitters. I just love the simple knitting projects.
This shawl pattern is quite big almost like a blanket shawl and it's just great for those chilly evenings.
I use mine all the time when I curl up on the couch to knit.
I chose a very simple stitch pattern for my shawl so that it's easy enough to knit while watching TV or chatting with friends.
Here's a closer view of the knit shawl to give you a better idea. It's a simple knitting pattern to make. Love the big pockets!
I made this blanket shawl with DK weight yarn however you can use this pattern with any yarn weight.
Honestly? I wasn't exactly prepared for how long my shawl would take to knit with DK weight yarn. haha Because the yarn is so thin it took quite awhile.
It was still fun to knit but I was anxious to get it up here to share with you.
But you can turn this into a quick knit shawl if you choose a nice thick yarn.
The color of my pocket shawl is very light so I want to give you a clear view of the knitting stitch pattern I used.
This is called the garter block stitch pattern and it's super simple to knit.
It's an easy knit and purl check pattern and you'll have it memorized in no time. And it's fun and simple
This will be really nice in a cotton yarn for Spring and Summer.
Or you can use a nice thick and cozy yarn for the Fall and Winter. It's a very versatile pattern.
These numbers are approximate but will give you a good idea about how much yarn to buy.
You'll notice there are two chunky weight yarns and two super bulky weight yarns.
The reason is to accommodate the knitting gauge and to give you a more accurate idea of the yardage.
While knitting gauge isn't really important for my simple knit shawl you'll still need to take a look at your yarn label to see what yarn size/weight it is.
And you'll also need to know what needle size the label suggests. If you're not sure what to look for please refer to my yarn label page.
Find the yarn size on your yarn label, then choose the suggested needle size and cast on the amount of sts your yarn comes closest too down below.
Now all you need to do is continue with my shawl pattern instructions
Click on this link to download my knit shawl pattern
Skills Required: Cast on, bind off, knit, purl
Gauge: Not important for this project
Approx size: 65 inches long X 20.5 wide
Materials: Light sport weight yarn, 1250 yards Needles US 6 / 4mm
For Chunky and Super Bulky Yarn only: Knit 10 rows Garter Stitch
For DK and Worsted yarn knit 20 rows of Garter stitch
Continue as follows:
Row: (RS) 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 – Knit
Row: 2, 4 and 6: Knit 10 (border), Knit 5, *purl 5, knit 5, repeat from * to last 10 stitches (border), knit
Row: 8, 10, and 12: Knit 10 (border), Purl 5, *K5, P5, repeat from * to last 10 stitches (border), knit
Repeat rows 1 – 12 for pattern until work measures approx. 63 inches or the length you prefer.
For Chunky and Super Bulky yarn ONLY - Finish by knitting 10 rows Garter stitch.
For DK and Worsted Weight yarn - Finish by knitting 20 rows of Garter stitch.
Bind off loosely
Do you want to include pockets? If not then you’re all finished. Yay!
Read on and I’ll give you some tips on how to place the pockets evenly
Knit 2 pockets. The pockets are approximately 10 inches wide and 6 inches long
Sport Weight: Cast on 55 sts
Worsted/Medium: Cast on 40
Bulky 3.5 sts per inch: Cast on 35 sts
Bulky 3 sts per inch: Cast on 30 sts
Super Bulky 2.5 sts per inch: Cast on 25 sts
Super Bulky 2 sts per inch: Cast on 20 sts
After casting on the amount of stitches you need for your pockets and yarn size, knit garter stitch for about 6 inches or length you want. Bind off loosely.
My pockets are 3" up from the bottom edge and approximately 5 1/2" in from both sides.
Here's a trick to attaching the pocket so it will be straight.
You will need contrasting waste yarn and tapestry needle.
With your tapestry needle simply baste into the fabric (weaving into every other stitch) all the way around where you want the pocket to be.
What you're doing is marking where you need to sew the pocket. Now you can sew the pocket on more easily and it will be straight.
Then just remove the waste yarn and you're done.
I hope you enjoy this knit shawl pattern. Now you can snuggle up with a nice cup of hot chocolate and enjoy!