Embrace the serene artistry of the Alpine Shawl, masterfully designed by Jill Tamminen for Knit Sisu. This shawl transforms traditional knitting into a meditative journey with its asymmetrical design, blending texture and color to reflect the tranquility of mountain landscapes. Crafted with the soft, variegated tones of Malabrigo Arroyo and the subtle elegance of Blue Sky Fibers Prairie, each stitch is a step through nature’s beauty.

The Alpine Shawl is accessible to knitters of all levels, featuring techniques that create captivating 'peak' patterns, emblematic of Jill’s passion for the mountains. This kit not only offers a soothing knitting experience but also the freedom to personalize your shawl with countless color combinations and pattern repeats. Prepare to knit this piece repeatedly, each time crafting a unique expression of personal creativity.

Each Alpine Shawl kit includes 2 colors of Malabrigo Arroyo yarn and 1 color of Blue Sky Fibers Prairie.

Pattern is not included in the kit. The digital pattern can be purchased separately on Ravelry. 

Participating in the KAL? Sign up for the Alpine Shawl KAL here! The KAL kicks off April 2, 2025! Visit our blog page about the Alpine Shawl KAL for more information!

Want to Customize Your Kit? Interested in customizing your kit colors with a little assistance? We'd love to help! Email us at support@michiganfineyarns.com about the kit you're interested in, and what you're looking for and we'll help you pick out colors to fit your needs!

Finished Measurements: One Size (47" x 41")

• Needles and Other Materials: Size 6 ( 4mm) circular needles 32-40"/ 80cm-100cm long or size to obtain gauge; Tapestry needle
• Gauge: 11.5 sts and 16 rows = 2” stockinette stitch using Blue Sky Fibers Prairie
• Yarn Weight: Fingering / Sport
• Fiber Content: 100% Superwash Merino Wool (Arroyo) / 53% Suri Alpaca, 47% Baby Huacaya Alpaca (Prairie)

• Yarn Requirements: 2 skeins of Malabrigo Arroyo (200g, 670 yds) and 1 skein of Blue Sky Fibers Prairie (50g, 273 yds). Kits are made using the following options:

  • Original - (Arroyo in 229 Sombra de Palma & 429 Cape Cod Gray; Praire in 1102 Heron)
    
  • Agustina - (Arroyo in 63 Natural & 27 Bobby Blue; Praire in 1105 Aster)
  • *Antonio - (Arroyo in 746 Heirloom Vegetables & 35 Frank Ochre; Praire in 1110 Elderberry)
  • Bernardita - (Arroyo in 64 Chispas & 47 Coffee Toffee; Praire in 1111 Sumac)
  • *Florencia - (Arroyo in 859 Primavera & 63 Natural; Praire in 1109 Katydid)
  • Jen - (Arroyo in 9 Polar Morn & 47 Coffee Toffee; Praire in 1103 Switchgrass)
  • Kristel - (Arroyo in 83 Water Green & 69 Pearl Ten; Praire in 1102 Heron)
  • Tamara - (Arroyo in 131 Sand Bank & 195 Black; Praire in 1102 Heron
  • Tobias - (Arroyo in 845 Cirrus Gray & Cape Code Gray; Prairie in 1104 Yarrow)
  • Ximena - (Arroyo in 658 Zinnias & 96 Sunset; Prairie in 1104 Yarrow)