Emberglow Woven Wall Hanging Free Pattern – Knit a Cozy Sunset Tapestry

Bring the Glow of Sunset Into Your Home: The Emberglow Woven Wall Hanging

Imagine the warm, flickering light of a fireplace captured in a piece of art for your wall. That's the magic of the Emberglow Woven Wall Hanging. This free knitting pattern is more than just a craft project; it's a way to infuse your living space with instant hygge—that wonderful Danish concept of cozy contentment. With its rich gradient of burnt orange, golden amber, and soft cream, this textured tapestry adds a handcrafted, boho-chic focal point to any room. Best of all, it's a simple, relaxing knit that even a beginner can master, creating a stunning piece of knitted home decor that looks like it came from a high-end boutique.

This project is worked in one piece from the bottom up, using basic knit and purl stitches. The result is a beautifully textured, chunky wall hanging that brings a sense of warmth and handcrafted artistry to your home. Let's get started on creating your own cozy sunset tapestry.

Materials Needed: Gathering Your Sunset Palette

Before you begin, gather your supplies. This project is wonderfully simple, requiring just a few key items to bring the Emberglow Tapestry to life.

Yarn

• Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (or any bulky weight yarn) in three colors:
  • Color A (Burnt Orange): Approx. 120 yards
  • Color B (Golden Amber): Approx. 120 yards
  • Color C (Ivory): Approx. 120 yards

Needles & Tools

• US 11 (8 mm) Knitting Needles
• Tapestry Needle (for weaving in ends and sewing)
• Crochet Hook (for adding the fringe)
• Scissors
• 12-inch Wooden Dowel or Branch (for hanging)
• Yarn or Twine (for the hanging loop)

Gauge

12 stitches and 16 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch (blocked). Gauge is important for achieving the correct size, but for a wall hanging, a slight variation won't ruin the project. Just aim for a dense, even fabric.

Step-by-Step Instructions: Knitting Your Emberglow Tapestry

Follow these detailed instructions to create your wall hanging. The pattern is knit in one piece from the bottom up, making it a seamless and enjoyable project.

Foundation

1. With Color A (Burnt Orange), cast on 30 stitches.
2. Knit 2 rows (garter stitch). This creates a neat, sturdy edge for the bottom of your tapestry.

Main Body (Worked in Stockinette Stitch)

You will now work in stockinette stitch, which means you knit the right side (RS) rows and purl the wrong side (WS) rows. Follow the color sequence below, always ending each color section with a WS row.

1. Color A (Burnt Orange) Section:
   • Row 1 (RS): Knit all stitches with Color A.
   • Row 2 (WS): Purl all stitches with Color A.
   • Repeat Rows 1-2 until the piece measures 6 inches from the cast-on edge, ending with a WS row.
2. Color B (Golden Amber) Section:
   • Switch to Color B.
   • Continue in stockinette stitch (knit RS, purl WS) for 4 inches, ending with a WS row.
3. Color C (Ivory) Section:
   • Switch to Color C.
   • Continue in stockinette stitch for 2 inches, ending with a WS row.
4. Color B (Golden Amber) Section:
   • Switch back to Color B.
   • Continue in stockinette stitch for 4 inches, ending with a WS row.
5. Color A (Burnt Orange) Section:
   • Switch back to Color A.
   • Continue in stockinette stitch for 6 inches, ending with a WS row.

Top Border

1. With Color A, knit 2 rows (garter stitch) to create a matching border at the top.
2. Bind off loosely in knit. A loose bind-off will prevent the top edge from puckering when you attach it to the dowel.

Finishing: Weaving, Blocking, and Fringe

1. Weave in all ends with your tapestry needle. Be sure to weave them in securely on the wrong side of the work.
2. Block the piece gently. This is a crucial step to even out your stitches and straighten the edges. Lightly mist the piece with water and pin it to a flat surface to its desired dimensions, then let it dry completely.
3. Create the fringe: Cut 12 strands of yarn (mixing colors A, B, and C) each 18 inches long. For each fringe, fold a strand in half. Using your crochet hook, pull the folded loop through the bottom edge of the tapestry. Then, pull the yarn ends through the loop and tighten. Space these fringes evenly along the bottom edge.

Attaching the Dowel and Hanging Loop

1. Attach the top edge to the dowel: Fold the top 1 inch of the knitted fabric over the 12-inch wooden dowel. Using matching yarn and your tapestry needle, sew the folded edge down securely to the back of the tapestry. Ensure the stitches are even and hidden.
2. Add a hanging loop: Cut a piece of yarn or twine about 12 inches long. Tie one end securely to one end of the dowel, and the other end to the other end of the dowel, creating a loop for hanging.

Your Emberglow Woven Wall Hanging is now complete! Hang it on a blank wall, above a mantel, or in a cozy reading nook to bring a touch of sunset warmth to your space. This beautiful, textured piece is a testament to the simple joy of handcrafted knitted home decor. Enjoy the glow!