Kit Shawl Meli-Melo
At a glance:
LEVEL: 3-Knixpert | ⏰: ~ 35 hours | Method: Flat
Yarn: BKB Merino – 12oz | Needles: US size 8 (5mm)
The Design:
The Meli-Melo shawl by Brooknit Bonneterie is a lightweight, cozy piece that provides just the right amount of warmth and comfort in any season.
The design is symmetrical, shaped like a square with a centered opening for the neck. It creates 2 front panels that sit directly on your chest. You can style it with a brooch for a fancier look, or cross it under your neck for extra warmth.
It is quite a long project to take on and will keep your hands busy for a few weeks.
The design plays with variations in texture for a subtle, timeless, yet entertaining effect.
It is perfect for the knitters who have mastered the basics and are ready to challenge themselves with a lengthy project. You will practice the basics, play with textured effects: variations and combinations.
You can easily make it unique by switching, skipping, or repeating the textured sections as you wish, and adjusting the size to your liking.
Our Merino wool is perfect for this project: soft and strong, it is truly a pleasure to feel it on your fingers. The medium worsted weight is perfect for feeling encouraged as you see the project progressing before your eyes, and for creating the light layer you are craving.
Why “Meli-Melo”?
It’s a French phrase that refers to a mixture (a “mishmash”) resulting in something charming and interesting.
The Process:
It is knitted flat with a centered cable that will eventually split to create the two front panels.
Multiple stitches and textures are used to create a variety of designs and effects, keeping the project engaging for the knitter.
It is easy enough for the experienced knitter to customize the different sections based on their textures and stitch preferences.
Alternatives:
Knitters with a wool stash, if you are only in need of the instructions 📜, you can download the pattern right here!
The Meli-Melo shawl is quite a lengthy project (over 30 hours). We do not offer hand-knit services for this item.
- 3 cakes of yarn (12oz) to choose from our selection of 100% Merino wool - Superwash - worsted weight.
- Explanations and pattern documents: all the instructions to follow step by step, and QR codes to access video tutorials for specific moves.
- 1 tapestry needle. The small essential for the final step: weaving the ends.
- 1 cable needle. The little piece of magic to make the cable section.
- 20 stitch markers
- 1 marker row counter. So helpful to track your progress.
- 1 Brooknit Bonneterie label to be sewn.
- 1 keepsake card if you gift, or to cherish!
Knitting needles are optional. We have circular needles in aluminum and bamboo, as you prefer.
A - Aluminum - Advanced
B - Bamboo – Beginner
All items are stored in a cotton drawstring bag that can also be used as a wash bag to protect the items in the washing machine.