Imagine pulling a few skeins from your stash—not because they match perfectly, but because something about them simply feels right. Confluence celebrates those unexpected pairings, combining clean geometric lines, textured stitch patterns, and an unconventional construction into a rectangular shawl that feels both structured and expressive. Rather than asking your colors to coordinate perfectly, this design gives each one room to shine, creating a fabric where contrast becomes part of the story.

Beginning with a center triangle before expanding into two asymmetrical side panels, Confluence offers an engaging knit with subtle shifts in direction, texture, and shaping. The construction keeps your hands interested without becoming overly complicated, making it an enjoyable project for knitters who appreciate thoughtful design and a little architectural intrigue.

The finished shawl drapes beautifully while the DK-weight fabric provides warmth without feeling heavy. Whether wrapped around your shoulders on a cool morning, packed for a weekend getaway, or worn as a statement piece on an evening out, Confluence is designed to be as versatile as it is distinctive.

If you’re looking for an asymmetrical shawl that encourages creativity while showcasing texture, construction, and your favorite yarn pairings, Confluence is ready to become your next cast-on.

Difficulty: Intermediate
Techniques: Increases, decreases, slipped stitches, eyelets, asymmetrical construction
Special Features: Unique center-out construction, asymmetrical shaping, textured stitch patterns, designed to showcase unexpected color pairings
Yarn Weight: DK
Size: One Size
Approximate Finished Measurements: Wingspan: 76” (193 cm); Depth: 14” (36 cm)

Needles: US 9 (5.50 mm) circular needle (or size needed to obtain gauge)
Notions: 4 stitch markers, waste yarn or stitch holder, scissors, darning/tapestry needle

Gauge: 17 sts × 28 rows = 4” × 4” (10 × 10 cm) in stockinette stitch after blocking. Select needle size based on your yarn and tension.

Pattern Type: Written (no chart)

Pattern has been professionally tech edited.

Sample shown in Apothefaery Fabrications Delightful DK (100% Fine Merino Wool) in Fir (MC) and Rugged (CC). Approximately 500 yds (457 m) of each color are required (1,000 yds / 914 m total).

This pattern is for personal, non-commercial use only. You may sell finished items made from this pattern, but please credit Barbanne Designs as the designer and link to this pattern page.

Trust your instincts, choose the yarns that speak to you, and discover where they meet—cast on Confluence today.