Knitted Solace Shawl Pattern — Cozy Shawl Constructed from Joined Squares

The Knitted Solace Shawl is a cozy, elegant wrap built from joined knitted squares and finishing triangles. This project highlights a textured decrease motif that creates a geometric look while remaining soft and wearable. Below is the full pattern, materials, abbreviations and step-by-step instructions, with reference figures to guide assembly.

The Knitted Solace Shawl is an absolute delight for anyone looking to add a touch of cozy elegance to their outfit. With its intricate knit pattern and soft, luxurious feel, this shawl is like a warm hug on a chilly day. Whether you're attending a casual coffee date or a fancy dinner party, the Knitted Solace Shawl is a versatile accessory that brings both style and comfort. Wrap yourself up in this lovely shawl and get ready to feel fabulous wherever you go!

Figure 1: Finished Knitted Solace Shawl — a cozy, textured wrap constructed from joined squares and triangles.

Materials and Info

• Yarn – approx 810 yds of worsted weight yarn (I used Sirdar Jewelspun; I also like Premier Yarns Spun Colors)
• Gauge – 1 square approx 4.25 × 4.25 ins (11 × 11 cm)
• Needles – US 8 (5 mm) straight needles
• Notions – stitch marker, yarn needle
• Approx size – 60 × 25 ins (150 × 62.5 cm)

ABBREVIATIONS

• k – knit
• p – purl
• k2tog – knit two stitches together
• k3tog – knit three stitches together
• ssk – slip two stitches knitwise then knit those two stitches together
• sssk – slip three stitches knitwise then knit those 3 stitches together
• co – cast on
• pu – pick up
• pm – place marker
• sm – slip marker

Solace Shawl Pattern

First Square

Co 40 stitches

Row 1 (WS): k 20, pm, k 20

Row 2 (RS): k to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, sm, ssk, k to end of row

Row 3: k all sts

Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you have decreased down to two stitches. k2tog to finish the square.

Cut yarn leaving a 4–5 in tail and pull through to secure.

Figure 2: Picking up 20 stitches from the left edge and using a knitted cast-on to begin the adjacent square.

Second Square

Pu 20 stitches from the left edge of the first square (the diagonal decrease should be pointing to the left) then cast on 20 more stitches using the knitted cast on. (see fig 2)

Repeat rows 1–3 as you did for the first square. This is the first square of row 2.

Figure 3: Casting on 20 stitches and picking up 20 stitches from the top edge to form the next square.

Third Square

Co 20 stitches using the knitted method then pu 20 stitches from the top edge of the first square in your shawl. (Fig 3)

Repeat rows 1–3 as you did for the first square.

Figure 4: Begin the next square in the second row by picking up stitches from the left edge of the square and the top edge of the square below.

When you want to begin your next square in your second row, you will pick up stitches from the left edge of the first square and the top edge of the square below. (fig 4)

Once you have completed 8 rows your work should look as fig 5.

First Triangle

Pu 20 stitches from the left edge of the first square (the diagonal decrease should be pointing to the left) then cast on 20 more stitches using the knitted cast on just as you did with the second square.

Row 1 (WS): k 20, pm, k 20

Row 2 (RS): k1, ssk, knit to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, sm, ssk, k to 3 sts before end of row, k2tog, k1

Row 3: k all sts

Repeat rows 2 and 3 until you have decreased down to 8 sts, ending on a row 3.

Last row: k1, k3tog, sm, sssk, k1 (4 sts)

Cut yarn leaving a 4–5 in tail and pull through 4 remaining stitches to secure. (see fig. 6)

Figure 6: The first triangle formed on the shawl, showing decrease shaping and how it attaches to the squares below.

When you want to begin your next triangle, you will pick up stitches from the left and right edges of the squares below.

Last Triangle

Co 20 stitches using the knitted method then pu 20 stitches from the top edge of the last square in your shawl.

Repeat rows 1–3 as you did for the first triangle.

Weave in all ends and block as desired. Your work should look as fig 7 once complete.

Figure 7: Completed Solace Shawl after weaving in ends and blocking, showing the assembled squares and finishing triangles.