Dark Academia Pastel Striped Wall Hanging - Free Pattern

Dark Academia Pastel Striped Wall Hanging - Free Pattern

Introduction

Elevate your space with this enchanting Dark Academia-inspired wall hanging, featuring a harmonious blend of pastel tones and intricate colorwork stripes. This pattern offers a unique twist on traditional home decor, perfect for adding a scholarly yet whimsical touch to any room. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, this project is designed to be simple yet rewarding, allowing you to create a beautiful piece that reflects your personal style.

Materials Needed

• DK weight yarn in pastel tones: lavender, mint, peach, and soft pink
• US 6 (4.0 mm) knitting needles
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Wooden dowel for hanging (approximately 20 inches long)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Using the lavender yarn, cast on 80 stitches onto your knitting needle. Make sure your stitches are not too tight to allow for easy movement while knitting.
2. Setup Row: Knit 1 row across all stitches. This will set the foundation for your wall hanging.
3. Stripe Pattern:
   • Rows 1-10: Continue knitting in stockinette stitch using the lavender yarn. Remember, stockinette stitch is achieved by knitting one row and purling the next.
   • Rows 11-20: Change to mint yarn. Knit in stockinette stitch for these 10 rows.
   • Rows 21-30: Switch to peach yarn and knit in stockinette stitch for another 10 rows.
   • Rows 31-40: Finally, change to soft pink yarn and knit in stockinette stitch for the last 10 rows of this stripe section.
   • Repeat this stripe pattern until your piece measures approximately 30 inches in length.
4. Colorwork Section:
   • Rows 41-50: For these rows, you will create a checkerboard pattern. Using all four colors, alternate colors every 10 stitches across the row. For example, start with lavender for the first 10 stitches, then mint for the next 10, followed by peach, and finally soft pink. Repeat this sequence across the row.
   • Continue this checkerboard pattern for a total of 10 rows.
5. Finishing:
   • Knit 5 rows in garter stitch using the lavender yarn. Garter stitch is created by knitting every row, which will give your wall hanging a nice border.
   • Bind off all stitches to finish your piece. To bind off, knit the first two stitches, then use the left needle to lift the first stitch over the second and off the needle. Continue this process until all stitches are bound off.
6. Assembly:
   • Using a tapestry needle, weave in all loose ends from your yarn to give your wall hanging a clean finish.
   • Attach the top edge of your wall hanging to a wooden dowel. You can sew it or use a strong adhesive if preferred.
   • Create a yarn loop on each end of the dowel for easy hanging. Simply cut a length of yarn, tie it securely around the dowel, and make a loop.
7. Blocking: Gently block your wall hanging to even out the stitches and ensure that the piece lays flat. You can do this by lightly steaming the fabric or pinning it to a flat surface and misting it with water.

Enjoy your beautiful Dark Academia Pastel Striped Wall Hanging! This piece not only enhances your decor but also showcases your crafting skills.