Last week we added four fabulous new patterns for Estelle Alpaca Merino DK to our ever expanding Free Pattern selection and not a moment too soon! With the cold winter mornings upon us, there really is nothing better to bundle up in than a cozy shawl. We just know that as soon as you see our newest shawls and stole patterns, you’ll be digging out your needles and planning your next trip to your LYS.
First, let us tell you a little bit about Alpaca Merino DK, one of the star members of the Estelle Yarns family. Alpaca Merino Worsted, Bulky, Chunky and Fingering have all been enjoying the limelight on the Estelle Yarns stage for some time now, so a DK weight was the perfect addition to round out the lineup.
Like its siblings, Estelle Alpaca Merino DK is oh-so soft and knits like a dream! The sublime blend of 60% superfine alpaca and 40% merino wool is perfectly heavenly. Available in twenty-three richly heathered shades, we feel this yarn should come with a warning – Alpaca Merino DK may be addictive!
To every Canadian knitter’s delight, the one fashion accessory we will always need is a shawl. Wear it over or under your coat, around your shoulders or around your neck, heck we’ve even seen them tied around the waist over a bikini in the summer! Shawls are not only practical and fun to make, they’re the perfect gift to give as well. Treat yourself to an enjoyable, meditative knitting experience with one of our new shawls or stole patterns, and then wrap yourself up in the fruits of your labour.
Colour Banded Shawl is a simple slip-stitch pattern that makes for a fast and fun knit. Knit with three shades of Estelle Alpaca Merino DK, the colour possibilities are endless! For a more subtle effect, use a single solid colour throughout to create a timeless accessory that will go with everything.
Correct Shawl is a three-colour shawl in simple garter stitch with an attractive centre double decrease spine and a short row accent stripe that ticks all the boxes for a fun and relaxing knit! This asymmetrical shawl is an excellent addition to any wardrobe.
Harbour Shawl is a charming striped shawl that is knit in one direction, then picked up and knit in the opposite direction. Wear it over a coat for added warmth, or pair it with your favourite top to jazz up your outfit.
Tri-Coloured Stole definitely looks harder than it is, and that’s one thing every knitter loves to hear! This deceptively simple stole is worked lengthwise using only basic stitches. This quick knit is a timeless piece that will never go out of fashion.
Don’t forget that all our patterns for Estelle Alpaca Merino DK can also be worked in Estelle DK, meaning you have unlimited options for colour, fibre content and washability.
All of our patterns are available to download for free here. We hope you’ll enjoy them!
Have you made something using one of our free patterns? We would love to hear about in the comments section below.
Happy knitting and crocheting everyone!