Knitted Lace Scarf and Rectangular Shawl Patterns

Knitting patterns for knitted scarves and stoles

Picture yourself knitting and wearing an elegant knitted lace scarf or stole you created, and enjoying the admiring looks of everyone. Even the simplest lace patterns look impressive and invite awe.

When you knit HeartStrings patterns, the lace just flows off the needles because these scarves and shawls are all designed for knitting in one piece with no seams to sew or graft. And because you use relatively large needles for these lace scarf patterns, the knitting goes more quickly than you might expect. At the finale, there is always a magic moment when the lace is blocked out to show all of its airy beauty.

Since exact gauge is not terribly important, most of these patterns work up equally well in a variety of yarn weights. Sizes and yardage are given as a guideline. When choosing a yarn weight for your project, you can expect a finer yarn like lace weight to result in a more gossamer look, and a heavier yarn to produce a denser lace.

Several of these patterns incorporate beads. If you prefer to omit them, that's fine. It will not affect the structure or usability of the item.

For even more lace accessories, be sure to visit the Knitted Moebius section of the Neck & Up Coverings Collection.

	A Touch of Beaded Class Scarf Pattern #H81. A touch of beads in alternating light and dark accent colors adds sparkle and stylish class to this lace fashion scarf that is wide enough to be worn as a shoulder stole. More ... OR
	A Beaded Bias Towards Lace Pattern #A60. The simplest of lace patterns knits naturally on the bias to make a knitted scarf with chic diagonal ends. The bias design is a striking use of hand-painted yarn. Optionally trim your scarf with a simple crochet beaded edge. More ... OR
	Beaded Lace Scarf Pattern #A42. A luxurious scarf indeed; small beads are knit into a flowing lace pattern. More ... OR
	Beaded Lace Scarf II Pattern #A64. Knitted-in beads enhance the contours of a simple to knit swirly lace rectangular scarf. Only three pattern rows produce this lovely design! More ... OR
	Bi-directional Lace Strips Stole Pattern #H73. This gem of a stole is made in jewel-tone colors of narrow lace strips that are joined as the panels are knitted, thus eliminating the need for any sewing later on. The undulating edges around the stole and between the strips add movement and interest to this eye-catching stole. More ... OR
	Buds in the Breeze Stole Pattern #H77. This light-as-a-breeze stole features a field of flower-like medallions centered with nupp "buds". More ... OR
	Cat's Cradle Long-Ways Scarf Pattern #A21. The clustered threads used as the main pattern stitch in this scarf concentrate the colors of variegated yarn in a lovely way. Also, the way the threads meet and cross each other reminds me of the child's game "cat's cradle". More ... OR
	Colorful Splendor Lace Scarf Pattern #H41. Show off your favorite bright palette of colors in this simple yet effective lace pattern. More ... OR
	Crest of the Waves Lace Scarf Pattern #A20. Based on a derivative of Shetland Feather and Fan stitch. The main stitch area of graceful lacy waves is surrounded by a knit-as-you go elegant ribbed openwork border. More ... OR
	Diamond Lace Dress-it-up Scarf Pattern #A55. Dress up your outfits with this versatile scarf featuring a design variation of trellis faggot lace arranged into diamonds with knitted-to-shape points at each end. Since the scarf is knitted from side-to-side, the colors in variegated yarn will stripe attractively in the lengthwise direction of the scarf. More ... OR
	Dragonfly Dreams Scarf Pattern #H79. Dragonflies symbolize the illusion of light, thoughts and dreams in this knitted interpretation featuring lace, beads and Estonian gathered stitches. The masterpiece of dreamy reflection of light and shadow is knitted from end to end in one piece using two beading methods. More ... Available exclusively at Patternfish.
	Elemental Changes Shetland Stole Pattern #H53. 3 traditional Shetland lace motifs intermix for different arrangements of negative and positive space in this lovely knitted masterpiece. Instructions for a small delicate scarf and stoles in 3 widths are included. More ... OR
	Faceted Gems Lace Wrap Pattern #H42. The stunning sculpted lace of this rectangular wrap will take your breath away. More ... OR
	Fairies and Flowers Scarf Pattern #H78. Dainty fairy motifs at one end of this scarf transform into flowers at the other end. Bead embellishment defines the fairy heads and flower buds. Taking advantage of the natural bias of the lace stitch patterns, a scalloped edging frames the entire piece. More ... OR
	Hanging Vines Stole Pattern #A26. Lovely knitted lace stole pattern easily adapts to the width you fancy, from narrow neck scarf, medium width shoulder wrap, or wider shawl and sofa throw styles. More ... OR
	Ivy Trellis Lace Stole Pattern #H36. Ivy Trellis is a magnificent lace stole featuring ivy motifs trailing along a trellis background. The stole is generously sized to wrap up in for a cuddly warm hug. More ... OR
	Lace and Cables Scarf Pattern #H61. Here is a nicely reversible scarf in a beautiful organically flowing design. An easy trellis lace stitch combines with interwoven lattice of textured knit-purl spot cables that appear to be floating. More ... OR
	Lace Leaves Scarves Pattern #H38. Knit one or both of these companion scarves featuring interlinked lace leaves. More ... OR
	Lacy Maizy Wrap Pattern #H74. Crisp outlines of cable stitches frame a back-drop of lace. This wrap is named after the corn fiber yarn in which it was made and photographed. More ... OR
	Lacy Riverine Ensemble Pattern #A89. An elegant coordinating set of reversible lace scarf, headband, and mitts to keep neck, head, hands and arms warm on cool days. The undulating lacy design is reminiscent of a softly flowing river on quiet afternoons. More ... OR
	Lacy Serpentine Scarf Pattern #A62. This Lacy Serpentine Scarf is knit along its length in a subtle lace pattern. The main stitch pattern has only three different patterned rows, so the rhythm is quickly learned and enjoyed. More ... OR
	Lace Starlight Stole Pattern #H64. Lace Starlight is a luscious stole knitted in an interesting and lovely dropped stitch lace pattern. This self-edged stole is worked in one piece. The pattern stitch might remind you of crocheted hairpin lace, but it actually is knitted! More ... OR
	Lead or Follow Lace Scarf Pattern #A52. The fluid design of this scarf is a wonderful study in the behavior of lace knitting when yarn overs are placed in various positions relative to the compensating decrease. More ... OR
	Light Up My Life Lace Scarf Pattern #A46. Attractive on both sides, a knit-purl lace of sculptured flame motifs makes into a boldly patterned scarf. More ... OR
	Links of Diamonds Scarf Pattern #H66. Lovers of scarves where both ends match will delight in the attention to design and technical details of this scarf. "Fool the eye" horizontal symmetry allows this scarf to be knit from end to end in one piece. More ... OR
	Maple Leaves Lace Scarf Pattern #A30. Reminiscent of my favorite leaves in lace silhouette. More ... OR
	My Beading Heart Scarf Pattern #H47. This lightweight, sparkly fashion scarf is a double treat for lovers of lace and beaded knitting. More ... OR
	Peaks and Valleys Scarf Pattern #A95. Narrow panels of lace play counterpoint against the zig-zagging path of variegated color along this scarf. Easy to knit on just a few stitches, and enjoyable to wear in a variety of ways. More ... OR
	Peek-a-Bead Scarf Pattern #H83. Bead accents nestle within a honeycomb of colorful knit fabric. Self-shaping edges, along with a pleasingly reversible textured knit/purl design, make this scarf fun to knit and wear. More ... OR
	Pillared Archways Lace Scarf Pattern #A25. This graceful rectangular scarf is knitted in a double chevron-arched stockinette lace stitch pattern bordered by pillared columns of an interesting knotted stitch. More ... OR
	Reversible Eyelet Cables Scarf Pattern #A107. This classically stylish stole in hand dyed yarn features mock cables with a border of herringbone lace. A special technique is used in this pattern to alternate two balls of hand dyed yarn every row in a way that avoids both yarn strands being carried up the same edge. More ... OR
	Reversible Lace Cables Scarf Pattern #A7. Mock eyelet cables and herringbone lace designed into a beautifully draping reversible lace scarf. More ... OR
	Reversible Lace Ladders Scarf Pattern #A37. A simple rectangular scarf to knit in a lacy reversible stitch. You'll enjoy the rhythm in making this pattern while using a method to keep yarn overs between knit and purl stitches the same size as when going from purl to knit stitches. More ... OR
	Scotch Thistle Lace Stole Pattern #H35. A flowing sequence of leaf and flower motifs symbolic of the regal Scotch thistle combine into this beautiful lace stole. More ... OR
	The Skinny on Lace Pattern #A87. Slimming chevrons and stylized fleur-de-lis are arranged symmetrically in narrow lace bands for easy end-to-end one-piece knitting. Besides the Sash shown to left, instructions for a Long Wrap Scarf and a Necktie are also included in this pattern. More ... OR
	Thinking of You Scarf Pattern #H40. Say "I'm thinking of you" with a hand knit scarf of lace hearts. Simple and quick to knit on just 29 stitches. More ... OR
	Times Two Sideways Reversible Scarf Imagine the softest of handspun cashmere caressing your neck.The "times two" reversible technique intermixes hand spun or hand dyed yarn, or even mixed dye lots, to get uniform thickness and color. More ... OR
	V-Start Neck Kerchief Pattern #H82. A flattering neckline and easy-to-knit lace patterns combine to create this appealing neck kerchief scarf using just 150 yards of lace weight yarn. More ... OR
	Wrapped Up in Bows Pattern #H56. A delightful lattice of lace eyelets is embraced by a diamond lace border. The corner design of I-cord tied into bows gives this wrap its name. More ... OR

Looking for other scarf accessories? Be sure to visit the Beaded Scarves Collection and the Knitted Moebius section of the Neck & Up Coverings Collection.