Holbrook pattern by Dee O’Keefe

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Holbrook Shawl Overview

Holbrook by Dee O’Keefe is an elegant semi-circular lace shawl featuring a stunning knitted-on lace border that creates a timeless, sophisticated finish. Designed from the top down, this project combines graceful lacework with smooth stockinette sections for a beautiful contrast in texture.

One of Holbrook’s highlights is its beginner-friendly approach to knitted-on borders. Although the finished shawl looks intricate, the border is designed to be easy to memorize, making it an enjoyable project for knitters looking to expand their lace knitting skills.

The shawl body is divided into three sections: a central triangle worked in the classic English Mesh Lace pattern, flanked by two stockinette side panels. This combination creates visual depth while allowing the lace border to remain the focal point.

Both fully written instructions and detailed charts are included, making the pattern accessible whether you prefer reading charts or following written directions. Helpful blocking notes and guidance for working knitted-on borders are also provided.

Because the pattern is highly customizable, you can easily increase or decrease the size by adding or removing repeats of the body chart. It works beautifully in fingering-weight yarn and can also be adapted for lace-weight yarns.

Pattern Information

Designer: Dee O’Keefe

Pattern Name: Holbrook

Craft: Knitting

Category: Shawl / Wrap

Published: September 2012

Pattern Price: $7.00 USD

Skill Level: Intermediate

Construction: Top-down, worked flat with a knitted-on lace border

Finished Size

Pattern Size:

Approximately 66 × 26 inches (168 × 66 cm)

The size can be easily customized by adding additional repeats.

Suggested Yarn

This pattern is designed for Fingering Weight yarn.

Suggested yarns include:

Knitting Notions Classic Merino Superwash Sock
Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sock
Dragonfly Fibers Dragon Sock
Black Sheep Dyeworks Sock Weight Superwash Merino

A solid or tonal yarn is recommended to showcase the lace details.

Materials

Needle Sizes

US 5 (3.75 mm)
US 7 (4.5 mm) for bind-off

Yarn Requirements

Approximately 650–700 yards (594–640 m)

Gauge

4.5 stitches = 2.5 cm in Stockinette Stitch

Pattern Features

Semi-circular shawl
Top-down construction
Beautiful knitted-on lace border
English Mesh Lace center panel
Stockinette side panels
Fully written instructions
Complete stitch charts
Detailed photo tutorial
Video tutorial references
Comprehensive blocking instructions
Easily customizable size
Suitable for fingering or lace weight yarn

Why You’ll Love Holbrook

Holbrook is a wonderful project for knitters who want to experience the elegance of knitted-on lace borders without feeling overwhelmed. The thoughtfully designed construction allows the lace edging to become the star of the shawl while the simple stockinette panels provide relaxing knitting between lace sections.

Whether wrapped around your shoulders for a formal occasion or worn casually as an everyday accessory, Holbrook offers timeless style and graceful drape. Its customizable size, detailed instructions, and beautiful lace motifs make it a rewarding project that many knitters return to again.

Original Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/holbrook-2