In my last post, I introduced my choice of UNIVERSAL YARN Constellation colorway, shared my project tools, and discussed my plans for a mild-weather knitting project.
A ball of UNIVERSAL YARN Constellation in color Hydra
Today, I’m excited to dive into the Lotus Shrug pattern designed by the UNIVERSAL YARN Design Team. It’s an ideal match for this yarn, offering a simple yet sophisticated design. When paired with a tank top, it effortlessly elevates a casual look to something ready for a night out
Knitting the Lotus Shrug
The first step in any project is always to carefully read through the pattern. This ensures I understand each step and the sequence of construction. I appreciate how this pattern is divided into just two main sections with only two seams, making it easy to follow. Since I need to knit 34” of stocking stitch for the arms and the back, I knew I’d need a little help staying on track. I placed stitch markers every 5” along the back section to keep my place.
A photo of the back of the shrug in progress with stitch markers placed every 5”
Joining the Seams
For the seams on the arms, I decided to use a crochet slip stitch rather than a whip stitch. I believe the slip stitch will create a stronger, more secure hold. I’ll go into more detail about the sleeves in my next post.
I always enjoy watching a project come to life. The back section is well underway, and I’m loving the process so far. Be sure to check in tomorrow when I’ll discuss the texture of this project using UNIVERSAL YARN Constellation and how I join the sleeves.
This is part 2 of 5 in this series
Go back to part 1: Knit a lightweight summer shrug with Constellation yarn
