Newnham

This classic lampshade cover has been designed by Sarah Dennis

THIS LAMPSHADE would grace any drawing room, hallway or bedroom. It has been designed by Sarah Dennis to fit a sloped square lampshade, and is knitted in a practical acrylic-wool blend. A simple lace pattern adds interest to the design. “Stitch markers are used to separate the four panels - slip the stitch markers whenever you reach them,” Sarah advises.

LAMPSHADE

Using 3mm circular needles, cast on 212 sts. Pm and join for working in the round, being careful not to twist sts. Knit 3 rounds. Next rnd: *K53, pm; rep from * 3 times more. Now begin working from the chart, completing the chart once between each stitch marker (chart will be worked 4 times in total). Work the decrease rnds as follows: Dec rnd: K2, skpo, patt to last 4 sts, K2tog, K2. 8 sts dec’d. Complete all 54 rows of chart. 108 sts. Knit 3 rounds. Cast off using spare 3mm needle.

MAKING UP

Weave in loose ends. Sew upper and lower edges around top and base of lampshade frame.