Today, I welcome the Gardenia Stole (originally published in Interweave Knits Spring 2019) back to my catalogue! I’m excited about this because it’s actually the perfect time to knit this shawl. It is light and airy and fairly quick. Gardenia is engaging and fun to knit and, as you can see by Ravelers’ projects, the results are gorgeous! Thanks so much to the Ravelers who allowed me to feature their projects. Your work is stunning!
Inspired by angels wings and peacock feathers, the Gardenia Stole presents a simple shape edged in intricate lace. Deceptively simple, the deep lace bands are created using elementary lace stitches. Purl columns augment an otherwise even field of stockinette. Restful and quiet, the Gardenia Stole combines a modern rectangular form with airy and elegant drape and gives a nod to the graceful blossoms of the Deep South.
This was not my first brush with Jaggerspun of Springvale, Maine. Having experienced their gloriously soft Maine Line merino products while designing the Crystal Pullover, I was thrilled to be assigned Zephyr for the Gardenia Stole. This blend of wool and silk is incredible; it is airy, silky and delightful to knit and to wear and comes in a gorgeous range of colors too.
The Gardenia Stole is worked from the lacy edges inward, then is joined at center using the Kitchener Stitch. If this is your maiden Kitchener voyage, I’ve made a video tutorial that can be found HERE (scroll down until you see it). I’ve also made this handy cheat sheet (read all about it HERE).
Since most of us have time on our hands during these strange days, I’d like to offer the Gardenia Stole pattern at 40% off through Friday, April 3, 2020. It will make a calming and cozy knit with a lovely gentle outcome. Just head over to my Ravelry shop, pop Gardenia into your cart and enter the coupon code GARDENIA2 at checkout. (On the back page of the pattern, you’ll find an extra little discount 🙂
Well, that’s it for today, friends! I hope you enjoy Gardenia as you stay safe and healthy.
Love,
Cheryl
