The Garden Tulip Shawl is a lightweight, one-skein project designed to be both elegant and approachable. This top-down shawl features a simple garter stitch body with a delicate lace panel inspired by blooming tulips. A garter and eyelet border with a picot bind-off provides a polished finish. With its breathable cotton blend and soft drape, the shawl is ideal for year-round wear. It can be styled loosely over the shoulders or wrapped snugly for extra warmth. Both written and charted instructions are included for convenience.
Skill Level
Easy
Finished Measurements
- Wingspan: 40 inches
- Depth: 20 inches
Materials
- Yarn: Rico Design Creative Cotton Camouflage (45% acrylic, 44% cotton, 11% polyamide; 200g/634 yds)
• Color: 002 Rose Garden – 1 ball - Needles: US Size 4 (3.5 mm) 32” circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge
- Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers
Gauge
18 stitches x 36 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch after blocking
Always check your gauge to ensure accurate sizing.
Construction Notes
The shawl is knit from the top down, beginning with a garter tab. Directional increases shape the wings, while a central lace panel remains consistent in stitch count. The pattern concludes with a decorative garter and eyelet border, bound off using a picot edge. The design maximizes the yardage of a single skein and balances simplicity with refined detail.
