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Free Shawl and Wrap Knitting Patterns

Knitting wraps and shawls seems to be a favorite pastime of some knitters, and here are some great free shawl and wrap knitting patterns for you to try.

Basic Party Wrap

If you're looking for a cute little knitted wrap for a holiday party or any other time you want to dress up, this quick and easy knitting pattern fits the bill.

Convertible Ribbed Bodywarmer

This free knitting pattern is for what I call a bodywarmer: part scarf, part shrug and part head wrap, it's all warm and lots of fun to knit.

Trendsetter Capelet

This free knitting pattern for a cozy capelet is easy and quick to knit from one skein of Trendsetter Yosemite.

Graceful Shawl

The grace note stitch is a beautiful lace stitch pattern that makes a simple rectangular something really special.

Glisten Shawl

The Glisten Shawl is an easy triangle shaped shawl knit in Stockinette Stitch with increases on each side every other row. The glittery yarn and fringe make this wrap an evening-worthy project.

Ribbed Wrap

This ribbed wrap is a basic rectangle pattern, which you can adapt to any size or pattern stitch you want. As is, it's a quick, stretchy and summery addition to your wardrobe.

Yarn Over Wrap

This simple triangular wrap uses yarn overs and make one stitches to increase from just a few stitches to hundreds. Use a lovely skein (or several) or hand-dyed yarn for a beautiful, artistic effect.

Staghorn Cable Wrap

Knit up a little wrap or cowl to cover your shoulders in no time with this easy, free knitting patterns for a Staghorn Cable Wrap.

Eyelet Wrap

This easy Eyelet Wrap is a relatively quick project and makes a great summery warmer for weddings or other occasions.

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