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✨ Why You’ll Love Midlothian

The Midlothian shawl by Dee O’Keefe is an elegant top-down triangular wrap that celebrates the timeless beauty of lace knitting through three complementary stitch patterns. Designed in DK-weight yarn, it offers the perfect balance of warmth, texture, and graceful drape while knitting up faster than traditional lightweight lace shawls.

As the project progresses, each lace section introduces a fresh motif, keeping the knitting engaging without becoming overly complicated. Eyelets, mesh lace, and delicate finishing details combine to create a sophisticated accessory that looks intricate yet remains approachable for knitters who are new to lace.

Complete written instructions, stitch charts, detailed blocking guidance, and helpful video tutorials make Midlothian an enjoyable project for knitters of all experience levels. Whether you’re relaxing at home or knitting with friends, this shawl offers a rewarding and stress-free knitting experience.

🧶 Pattern Highlights

Designer: Dee O’Keefe

Published: November 2021

Originally Published In:

• Dee O’Keefe Designs

Category: Neck / Torso → Shawl / Wrap

Craft: Knitting

Construction: Top-down triangular shawl worked flat.

Design Features:

• Top-down construction
• Classic triangular shape
• Three complementary lace patterns
• Eyelet and mesh lace motifs
• Elegant center spine
• Decorative picot edging
• Centered picot bind-off
• Written instructions
• Full stitch charts
• Video tutorials
• Detailed blocking instructions
• Easy size customization

Available Sizes

Finished Size

Approximately 71 x 33 inches (180 x 84 cm)

The pattern also includes complete instructions for knitting the shawl either larger or smaller by adjusting the number of lace repeats.

📏 Materials & Gauge

Yarn

Suggested Yarn

• Universal Yarn Deluxe DK Superwash
• The Fibre Co. Arranmore Light

Yarn Weight

DK (11 WPI)

For the best lace definition, the designer recommends using solid or tonal natural-fiber yarns. The pattern can also be adapted successfully for other yarn weights.

Yarn Requirements

650–700 yards (594–640 meters)

Example yardage:

• Universal Yarn Deluxe DK Superwash (Spice Rustic): approximately 690 yards (631 m)
• Universal Yarn Deluxe DK Superwash (Pomegranate Heather): approximately 675 yards (617 m)

Needles

• US 7 (4.5 mm)

Gauge

4 stitches = 2.5 cm (1 inch)

Measured in stockinette stitch after blocking.

Additional Materials

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

🌸 What Makes This Shawl Special

Midlothian offers a beautiful lace knitting journey by combining three distinct stitch patterns into one harmonious design. Instead of repeating the same motif throughout, the shawl gradually transitions between elegant eyelets, airy mesh, and refined lace textures, keeping every section fresh and enjoyable to knit.

The decorative picot edging provides a graceful finishing touch, while the carefully designed centered picot bind-off aligns perfectly with both the lace motifs and the central spine of the shawl. These thoughtful details create a polished finish that enhances the overall elegance of the design.

Although visually impressive, Midlothian is intentionally approachable. The comprehensive pattern includes written instructions, complete charts, video tutorials, and blocking guidance, making it equally suitable for adventurous beginners and experienced lace knitters seeking a relaxing project.

The use of DK-weight yarn adds extra warmth and texture while allowing the shawl to grow quickly on the needles, resulting in a cozy accessory that’s perfect for cool weather and effortless layering.

🍂 Style & Wear Tips

• Wear it draped over your shoulders as an elegant evening wrap.
• Wrap it generously around your neck as a cozy oversized scarf.
• Choose tonal or solid yarns to highlight the changing lace motifs.
• Natural fibers provide excellent stitch definition and beautiful drape.
• Block the finished shawl carefully to fully open the lace and sharpen the decorative picot edging.
• Pair it with casual sweaters, tailored coats, or dresses for a timeless handmade accessory suitable for every season.

🔗 Get the Original Pattern

This pattern is available for $7.00 USD.

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