Bubble Sleeve Shrug by Afifa

Bubble Sleeve Shrug

by Afifa
Knitting
July 2025
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch
US 11 - 8.0 mm
US 9 - 5.5 mm
492 - 738 yards (450 - 675 m)
Small/Medium (Large/1X, 2X/3X, 4X/5X)
English
This pattern is available for free.

The Bubble Sleeve Shrug is a delicate yet playful layering piece that effortlessly elevates any outfit. Crafted from luxuriously soft yarn, this shrug features a stunning bubble-textured sleeve design, adding a whimsical touch to its lightweight, airy silhouette. The cropped fit drapes elegantly over the shoulders, making it the perfect companion for breezy evenings or layering over a chic dress.

SKILL
Knitting

DIFFICULTY
Intermediate

SIZES
Small/Medium (Large/1X, 2X/3X, 4X/5X)
Shown in Small/Medium size

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Width (measured cuff to cuff): 50½ (53, 54½, 56½)”
Back Length: 19½ (20½, 24, 25¾)”

MATERIALS
Universal Yarn Bella Bounce (71% wool, 29% polyamide; 50g/82 yds)
• 108 Honeydew – 6 (7, 8, 9) balls
Needle: US Size 11 (8 mm) set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
US Size 9 (5.5 mm) set of DPNs (or your preferred needle for knitting small circumferences) or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions: Tapestry needle, stitch markers

GAUGE
14 sts x 18 rnds = 4” in Stockinette stitch (St st) on larger needles after blocking
Save time, check your gauge.

PATTERN NOTES
This shrug is knit cuff to cuff. The sleeves are worked in the round and the back is worked flat. Two different size needles are used to accentuate the rouching.