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✨ Why You’ll Love Silverleaf

The Silverleaf shawl by Lisa Hannes is a graceful asymmetrical wrap that beautifully blends delicate leaf lace with relaxing garter stitch. Worked sideways on the bias, this elegant design gradually grows into a lightweight triangular shawl that drapes effortlessly over the shoulders, making it both enjoyable to knit and versatile to wear.

A striking leaf lace panel is framed by simple garter stitch and fine eyelet lines, creating a sophisticated balance between texture and simplicity. The repetitive construction keeps the knitting engaging without becoming overly complicated, making Silverleaf suitable for adventurous beginners as well as experienced lace knitters.

Whether worked in a soft semi-solid shade or a rich solid color, this timeless shawl highlights the beauty of natural fibers while providing an elegant accessory that complements every season.

🧶 Pattern Highlights

Designer: Lisa Hannes

Published: July 2016

Originally Published In:

• maliha designs

Category: Neck / Torso → Shawl / Wrap

Craft: Knitting

Construction: Sideways asymmetrical triangular shawl worked flat.

Design Features:

• Sideways construction
• Asymmetrical triangular shape
• Bias shaping
• Elegant leaf lace motif
• Garter stitch body
• Decorative eyelet lines
• One-piece construction
• Fully written instructions
• Complete stitch charts
• Schematic included
• Lightweight and versatile design

Available Sizes

Finished Size

• Length: Approximately 82.6 inches (210 cm)
• Depth: Approximately 19 inches (48 cm)

The size can easily be adjusted by using more or less yarn or by modifying the number of repeats.

📏 Materials & Gauge

Yarn

Suggested Yarn

• madelinetosh Pashmina
• Malabrigo Yarn Arroyo
• Rohrspatz & Wollmeise Blend

Yarn Weight

Sport (12 WPI)

The designer recommends using solid or semi-solid sport-weight yarn to best showcase the delicate lace motifs.

Yarn Requirements

437–656 yards (400–600 meters)

Approximately 550 yards (500 meters) will produce the sample size.

Needles

• US 6 (4.0 mm)

Gauge

17 stitches and 34 rows = 10 cm (4 inches)

Measured in garter stitch after blocking.

Gauge is not critical for this project, although it will affect the finished size and total yarn usage.

Additional Materials

• Stitch markers (optional)
• Tapestry needle
• Blocking mats and pins
• Measuring tape
• Scissors

🌸 What Makes This Shawl Special

Silverleaf captures the timeless beauty of botanical lace through a single flowing leaf motif framed by soft garter stitch and delicate eyelet accents. The asymmetrical bias construction creates a graceful silhouette that drapes naturally around the shoulders, while the simple shaping keeps the knitting enjoyable from beginning to end.

One of the design’s greatest strengths is its versatility. The straightforward construction allows knitters to easily adapt the size by adjusting the number of repeats or using different amounts of yarn. Because the lace pattern is both elegant and rhythmic, it offers enough variety to stay interesting without becoming overwhelming.

The pattern includes both fully written instructions and detailed charts, making it accessible to knitters with different learning preferences. Whether you’re creating your first lace shawl or adding another timeless accessory to your handmade wardrobe, Silverleaf offers a rewarding knitting experience with an elegant finished result.

🍂 Style & Wear Tips

• Drape it loosely over your shoulders for an elegant finishing touch.
• Wrap it around your neck as a lightweight scarf on cooler days.
• Solid and semi-solid yarns beautifully highlight the leaf lace and eyelet details.
• Soft merino or merino blends provide excellent stitch definition and graceful drape.
• Block the shawl carefully to fully open the lace pattern and define every leaf motif.
• Pair it with dresses, tailored jackets, or casual sweaters for a sophisticated handmade accessory suitable for every season.

🔗 Get the Original Pattern

This pattern is available for €5.50 EUR.

👉 https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/silverleaf-2