Nightshift pattern by Andrea Mowry

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Why You’ll Love Nightshift

The Nightshift by Andrea Mowry is one of the most popular mosaic knitting shawl patterns on Ravelry, celebrated for its stunning color transitions and relaxing slipped-stitch design. Inspired by the success of The Shift cowl, this larger triangular shawl provides an expansive canvas for creative color play using six coordinating shades.

Worked sideways in one seamless piece, Nightshift combines simple mosaic knitting with garter and stockinette textures to create an eye-catching accessory without the complexity of stranded colorwork. The pattern includes both detailed row-by-row instructions and a flexible “recipe” approach, allowing knitters to either follow the original design or create a completely personalized version.

Whether you’re exploring hand-dyed yarns or looking for a satisfying mosaic knitting project, Nightshift delivers impressive results with approachable techniques.

Pattern Highlights

Designer: Andrea Mowry

Published In: Drea Renee Knits

Craft: Knitting

Category: Neck / Torso → Shawl / Wrap

Published: October 2018

Suggested Yarn: Spincycle Yarns Dream State

Yarn Weight: Aran (8 wpi)

Construction:

Sideways construction
One-piece
Seamless
Worked flat
Bias-shaped triangular shawl

Pattern Features:

Mosaic knitting
Slipped stitches
I-cord edging
I-cord bind-off
Colorwork stripes
Written instructions
Pattern recipe for custom color layouts

Languages:

English
Czech
Japanese
Spanish

Materials & Yarn

Suggested Yarn:

Spincycle Yarns Dream State

Sample Colors:

Color A – Melancholia
Color B – Shades of Earth
Color C – Deep Bump
Color D – Salty Dog
Color E – Rusted Rainbow
Color F – Nostalgia

Yarn Requirement:

Approximately 900 yards (823 meters)

The sample uses one skein of each of the six colors.

Needles & Notions

Needle Size:

US 8 (5.0 mm)

32″ (80 cm) circular needle recommended.

The cord length is not critical since the shawl is worked flat.

Notions:

Tapestry needle
Scissors
Row counter (recommended)

Gauge

Unblocked:

20 stitches and 28 rows = 10 cm (4″)

in stockinette stitch.

Blocked Stitch Pattern:

20 stitches and 22 rows = 10 cm (4″)

Finished Size

One Size

Wingspan:

65″ (165 cm)

Center Depth:

31″ (79 cm)

Construction Details

Nightshift is worked sideways in one seamless piece using easy mosaic knitting techniques based on slipped stitches.

The pattern introduces color changes one section at a time, creating beautiful geometric transitions without carrying multiple yarns across the same row. An elegant I-cord edging frames the entire shawl, while the I-cord bind-off provides a polished finish.

In addition to complete row-by-row instructions, the pattern also includes a customizable “recipe” so knitters can experiment with their own color arrangements and stripe sequences.

Techniques Used

Mosaic knitting
Slipped stitches
Knit and purl stitches
Increasing
Decreasing
Color changes
Sideways shawl construction
I-cord edging
I-cord bind-off

Fit & Styling

The generous triangular shape makes Nightshift an incredibly versatile accessory.

Styling ideas:

Wrap it around your shoulders as a cozy shawl
Wear it as an oversized scarf during cooler weather
Pair it with neutral outfits to showcase the vibrant mosaic pattern
Experiment with gradient or high-contrast yarn combinations for unique results

Its lightweight yet warm fabric makes it suitable for autumn, winter, and cool spring days.

Pattern Price

$8.00 USD

The pattern is available as a paid digital download on Ravelry. Purchasing the pattern directly supports Andrea Mowry and includes both the standard instructions and the customizable pattern recipe.