A cozy and elegant triangle shawl that gradually fades through soft color changes using garter stitch and simple increases. It’s a beginner-friendly project with a sophisticated result — perfect for layering during chilly seasons.

Materials
– Fingering weight yarn in 3 gradient/fade colors (100 g each)
– US 6 (4.0 mm) circular needles, 32” or longer
– Tapestry needle
– Scissors
– Optional: blocking pins and mat

Instructions

1. Setup:

   • Using Color A, CO 3 sts.

   • Row 1: K across.

   • Row 2 (RS): K1, yo, K to end.

   • Row 3: K all sts.

   • Repeat Rows 2–3, increasing 1 stitch every RS row to form triangle.

2. Fade Transition:

   • When piece measures ~8”, begin holding Color A and B together, alternating every 2 rows (helix fade or simple striping).

   • After ~6” more, drop Color A, continue with just Color B.

   • Repeat process to transition to Color C the same way.

3. Continue until shawl measures ~60” across top edge.

   • Bind off loosely in pattern.

4. Finishing:

   • Weave in all ends.

   • Wet block to smooth shape and define triangle points.

How To
– Use smooth yarns to emphasize the fade effect.
– A yarn cake set with fade-ready colors works best.
– Blocking makes a huge difference — don’t skip it.
– You can easily enlarge by continuing the pattern.
– Try adding picot or I-cord edging for a polished finish.

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