Challenge yourself to step into lace knitting without the overwhelm in this FREE 9-week shawl knitalong!
Join us to knit a beautiful, versatile shawl while learning lace step by step, from simple eyelets to 9 more structured stitch patterns alongside knitters around the world.
MARCH 25 - MAY 20, 2026
Presented by Chopstick's Stitching Squad
THE SHAWL YOU’LL KNIT DURING THE STEP INTO LACE KNITALONG
IS SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST A BEAUTIFUL ACCESSORY
With nine carefully structured sections, this rectangular lace shawl is designed to build your skills gradually.
You’ll start with simple eyelets and progress toward more intricate stitch patterns, learning how lace works along the way so it stops feeling mysterious and starts feeling manageable.
DURING THE STEP INTO LACE SHAWL KNITALONG YOU'LL CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO STEP INTO LACE KNITTING
Build up your confidence to knit more advanced stitches and combinations
Add new skills and techniques to your knitting toolbox
Have fun, connect & make new knitting friends
Make a beautiful shawl ready for gifting.
Learn 9 simple lace stitch combinations you can reuse in future projects
Join us for the Step into Lace Shawl Knit-along and discover lace knitting while crafting this elegant shawl alongside knitters around the world.
STEP INTO LACE SHAWL DETAILS
WATCH THIS VIDEO TO SEE THE STEP INTO LACE SHAWL UP CLOSE!
Here is exactly what you'll be making over the 9 week knit-along:
The Step into Lace Shawl is designed to be approximately 40 cm/15.75” wide and 200 cm/78.75” long with stitch repeats and instructions to adjust it to your preference.
The shawl is made out of 9 different section patterns worked on top of each other (no joining or sewing here!) and the border is worked at the same time as the strips.
Designed in 3 main colors plus a neutral contrast color, the shawl can easily be worked up in just one or up to 10 colors. Making it a great scrap buster project.
Each section is separated with a simple contrast color divider section to add uniformity and a give the shawl a modern look.
The shawl is designed with DK weight (category 3) superwash merino wool yarn.
EVENT DETAILS
WHAT IS A KNIT-ALONG?
A knit-along is an event where knitters from around the world work on the same pattern together.
They can take a lot of forms and shapes but the common thread is always a community helping each other and learning together.
If you’re new to knit-alongs, don’t worry! They might look intimidating, but they are a great opportunity to learn and lots of fun!
WHEN
The Step into Lace Shawl Knitalong will run from Wednesday 25 March to Wednesday 20 May, with a new shawl sections being released every Wednesday.
The knit along is free to join. Each section will be available to view for free on the blog as it is released.
If you prefer to work at your own pace, you can upgrade for the complete PDF eBook version availabe from the start.
WHERE
The event is held 100% virtually online, so you'll be able to join from the comfort of your couch!
After signing up for the free ticket, you'll get an email with:
the full schedule
materials list
how to access the patterns and videos
links to join the community
LEVEL
The knit-along blanket is designed for confident beginner level knitters. If you can knit and purl, you're ready.
You do not need prior lace experience. Each section includes written instructions, charts, and step-by-step video guidance.
The goal is to help you understand how lace works and become more comfortable reading charts without overwhelm.
The knit-along is a great opportunity to get extra support and improve your knitting skills!
PATTERNS
The Step into Lace Shawl is made out of 8 unique sections, and a simple divider section to break them up.
The pattern for each section comes with:
written instructions,
a video tutorial
and a chart.
Your free ticket includes access to view all patterns on the ad-supported blog.
COMMUNITY
Connect with fellow knitters from all over the world inside the Facebook group!
Ask questions about the patterns, connect with the designer and other knitters and show off your progress!
LIONBRAND KIT
You can order the official Lion Brand Kit, with 3 curated color palette options, which includes the yarn for your shawl and a digital PDF of the complete pattern.
It's an easy, no-guesswork option if you'd rather not piece things together yourself.
UPGRADE FOR A VIP EXPERIENCE!
After signing up for your free ticket, you'll get a chance to upgrade your ticket to get a printable PDF of all the pattern sections, ad-free access to all the videos, bonus sections to make your shawl truly unique and more!
You'll get all the details (and even a special offer) after grabbing your free ticket!
MEET YOUR HOST
Hey! I'm Hortense
My mom taught me to knit, one summer when I was bored on the beach at age 10. From there my love (some would say obsession) of yarn was born and I never stopped stitching.
A few years ago I started to dig into the online world of yarn and discovered so many techniques, constructions and concepts I had never heard about before.
Slowly I started to move away from following patterns until 2018 when I finally launched my blog Knitting with Chopsticks where I share my easy knitting & crochet patterns.
My goal is to break down knitting and crochet so they become simple enough for you to create exactly what you want, the way you want it through my patterns, blog, ebooks, courses, the Stitching Squad and events like this one.
And blankets are the perfect place to start!
Grab your ticket and join me for a knitalong like no other where you'll discover new techniques and craft this beautiful shawl alongside knitters around the world.
YOU'RE READY TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF TO STEP INTO LACE KNITTING WITHOUT THE OVERWHELM IN THIS FREE 9 WEEK KNIT ALONG
It's time to stop second guessing yourself, spending hours knitting blindly or sticking to the same old stitches you know. You have what it takes to move past the basic knit and purl stitch and craft this beautiful lace shawl alongside knitters around the world.
YOU'VE GOT QUESTIONS? I'VE GOT YOU COVERED
When is this happening?
We cast on Wednesday 25 March and new sections will be released every Wednesday by 10 am ET with the last section releasing on Wednesday May 20th.
You’ll also be able to join our Facebook group as soon as you register, so you can join in on the fun right away!
What if I'm not able to keep up?
No worries! You're welcome to join us for the entire event, jump in late and catch up or just work a few sections while the live event is running.
The patterns are not going anywhere. After release they will remain available on the blog (with their video and other resources).
The knit-along schedule is designed to keep us all moving through the shawl together so I can best assist you section by section and to make sure you actually finish your shawl but you won't be "punished" if you don't!
We're here to have fun first and foremost!
Shawls aren't my thing, should I still join?
Although this is a shawl knit-along you can easily adapt each section to make other items like a blanket or dishcloths and use the knit-along as a learning opportunity!
What materials do I need?
The Shawl is designed in DK weight (category 3) LB Collection® Superwash Merino Yarn and 4 mm / US 6 knitting needles.
Once you signup for your free ticket you will get more detailed information about the materials needed, kit options and advice to pick your colors.
How long will I have access to the patterns?
Your free ticket gives you access to all the patterns on the ad-supported blog. After release all the patterns will remain available on the blog.
Once you signup for your free ticket you'll get a chance to upgrade to get an ad-free printable PDF pattern, ad-free access to all the videos as well as bonus sections and more
What size is the shawl?
The Step into Lace Shawl KAL is designed to be 40 cm/15.75” wide and 200 cm/78.75” long. Instructions and tips to adjust the size to your desired size will be provided.
I just started knitting last week, is this for me?
The Step into Lace Shawl Knit-along was designed with adventurous beginners in mind, whether you've been knitting here and there for years or you just picked up needles for the first time a few weeks ago, you'll learn A TON during the knit-along.
As long as you know how to cast on and the knit and purl stitch I'd love to have you join us!
I've been knitting for a long time, should I join?
So have many others!
You'll probably already know a lot of the techniques shared during the knit-along but with so many knitters sharing their tips and tricks I would be very surprised you don't learn anything new. And you've probably not knitted all the shawl stitches and combinations.
Plus, even if you're such an expert that you're not learning anything new, you will still have knitted a gorgeous lace shawl.
I'm not on Facebook, can I still participate?
Yes! All the patterns will be accessible from the website while the community is held on Facebook. You will not be able to connect with other knitters as much without Facebook, but it's definitely not a requirement to participate.
I still have questions!
If you still have questions, I encourage you to go ahead and register. Your questions will likely be answered during the event or in the Facebook group, which you'll be able to join right away after grabbing your free ticket.
However, if you need to ask me a question before registering, just send me an email at info@knittingwithchopsticks.com.
Join us to discover lace knitting and craft this beautiful shawl alongside knitters around the world.
MARCH 25 - MAY 20, 2026
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