Nydnings Sjalet (EN)

About Nydnings Sjalet (EN)

Nydnings Sjalet is an extra-large triangular shawl worked in garter stitch with an elegant eyelet border. Knitted on 5.0 mm needles, it measures approximately 250 centimeters from tip to tip and 80 centimeters in width after blocking. The gauge is 19 stitches and 28 rows per 10 x 10 centimeters, and maintaining this width gauge is essential for shaping. The design allows for multiple yarn options, such as Cashsock Chunky, a mix of Pernilla and Alva, or Pura Lana. The sample version combines Trend Merino Petite with mohair, resulting in a light and luxurious texture. Nydnings Sjalet can be worn as a generous wrap or tied at the back, offering warmth, style, and versatility. It is an ideal accessory for year-round use and a beautiful project for knitters who appreciate elegant design and comfort.

Designer	Dorte Bak Knitting
Craft	Knitting
Stitch Pattern & Technique	Seamless
Difficulty Level	Begynder
Clothing Size (Adult)	One-size
Language	English
Needle / Hook Size	7 – 8, 8 – 9
Meterage (per 50 g)	0-49
Gauge	8-10
Collection	Women

About this Pattern

Nydnings Sjalet is a large, luxurious shawl that combines timeless design with versatile functionality. The name comes from the Danish word “nydning,” which means to enjoy or find comfort, and that spirit is reflected in every stitch. The shawl is knitted from tip to tip in soft garter stitch, framed with a delicate eyelet border that adds subtle elegance to the overall texture and structure.

After washing and blocking, Nydnings Sjalet measures approximately 250 centimeters in length and 80 centimeters across at the widest point. Its size makes it suitable both as a warm shoulder wrap on cooler days and as a stylish layering piece tied around the body for added coziness. The construction is shaped through carefully placed increases and decreases, giving the shawl a natural and flowing silhouette.

The recommended needle size is 5.0 mm, and the gauge is 19 stitches and 28 rows per 10 x 10 centimeters in garter stitch after blocking. Achieving the correct stitch gauge in width is key, as the length is guided by measurements during knitting.

You can choose from several yarn combinations to suit your preferences. One option is 600 grams of Cashsock Chunky from Gepard, a soft blend of merino wool, polyamide, and cashmere. Another choice is 400 grams of Pernilla held together with 200 grams of Alva from Filcolana, combining pure wool and alpaca for warmth and lightness. A third option is 500 grams of Pura Lana from Gepard, made of equal parts merino and alpaca. The sample model is knitted using 250 grams of Trend Merino Petite from Viking Yarn combined with 300 grams of two-stranded mohair from Mohair by Canard, creating a beautifully airy and soft fabric.

For those using Pernilla and Alva, working the eyelet edge a bit more loosely can help maintain the openness of the decorative holes. Once finished, the shawl is gently washed and blocked flat, stretching the fabric to reveal its full shape while preserving the texture of the garter ridges and lace detail.

Nydnings Sjalet is a rewarding project for knitters who love elegant accessories and enjoy slow, mindful crafting. Whether worn on a breezy summer evening or layered in winter, this shawl is a graceful and useful addition to any handmade wardrobe.

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Dorte Bak Knitting

Dorte Bak Knitting was founded in 2018 and has since published patterns in a classic style with "whimsical" details. I grew up among creative women; all the women in my family have sewn, knitted, and created with their hands. Therefore, it felt entirely natural that, at the age of six, I was given my first knitting needles. Even so, it was only later in life that knitting truly captured me—and since then I haven’t been able to let it go.