Farpoint

A styled view of Farpoint, a red, black, and gray triangular shawl, showing the striking Star Trek-inspired details in this modern knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith Designs. A great gift for Trekkies.
Twisted ribbing, texture, bobbles, and an interplay of color come together in Farpoint, a fun, intermediate shawl knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith. Inspired by Star Trek: TNG with a modern flair.
A view of the kite-shaped Farpoint knit shawl held open, showing its generous wingspan and interesting textured details. This pattern by Vanessa Smith uses three contrasting colors & sock weight yarn.
The Farpoint shawl uses slipped-stitch colorwork instead of stranded, fair isle to create a galaxy of stars inspired by the final frontier. Instant PDF download knit pattern by Vanessa Smith Designs.
Cover page for Farpoint, a triangular shawl PDF knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith Designs with finished measurements, yarn requirements, suggested needles, gauge information, and necessary notions.
Detail shot of the Farpoint shawl knitting pattern, inspired by the uniforms in Star Trek: The Next Generation and using twisted ribbing, bobbles, star/daisy stitch, garter stitch, and color-blocking.
BIPOC/multiracial knitwear designer Vanessa Smith models her Farpoint shawl pattern, knit in a striking combination of red, black & gray in honor of Captain Jean Luc Picard of the Starship Enterprise.
A closeup view of the star stitch (or daisy stitch) stripes used in Farpoint, a fun-to-knit, kite-shaped shawl knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith. Made with three colors in a sock/fingering weight yarn
Profile view of the triangle-shaped Farpoint shawl knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith, blending modern & nostalgic details with its use of colorblocking, slipped-stitch colorwork, and textured stitches
Detailed view of the mosaic knitting section of the Star Trek-inspired Farpoint shawl. A neat icelandic bind off blends beautifully with the garter stitch-based motif that resembles a galaxy of stars.
The Starfleet uniform-inspired Farpoint shawl held open to show its size and triangular shape knit from side to side. Made in red, gray, and black, single-ply yarn with colorblocking & mosaic knitting
Vanessa Smith showcases Farpoint, a modern yet geeky triangular knit shawl featuring the nostalgic details of Starfleet uniforms worn in The Next Generation, including a combadge, pips & color detail.
An alternate styled view of Farpoint, a kite-shaped shawl knitting pattern worn scarf style with its star mosaic knit and TNG-inspired details worn toward the front. Digital download by Vanessa Smith.
A styled view of the Farpoint triangular shawl knit pattern designed for Trekkies, showing its striking details, modern wearability, and drape worn scarf-style. PDF download by Vanessa Smith Designs.
A styled view of Farpoint, a red, black, and gray triangular shawl, showing the striking Star Trek-inspired details in this modern knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith Designs. A great gift for Trekkies.
Twisted ribbing, texture, bobbles, and an interplay of color come together in Farpoint, a fun, intermediate shawl knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith. Inspired by Star Trek: TNG with a modern flair.
A view of the kite-shaped Farpoint knit shawl held open, showing its generous wingspan and interesting textured details. This pattern by Vanessa Smith uses three contrasting colors & sock weight yarn.
The Farpoint shawl uses slipped-stitch colorwork instead of stranded, fair isle to create a galaxy of stars inspired by the final frontier. Instant PDF download knit pattern by Vanessa Smith Designs.
Cover page for Farpoint, a triangular shawl PDF knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith Designs with finished measurements, yarn requirements, suggested needles, gauge information, and necessary notions.
Detail shot of the Farpoint shawl knitting pattern, inspired by the uniforms in Star Trek: The Next Generation and using twisted ribbing, bobbles, star/daisy stitch, garter stitch, and color-blocking.
BIPOC/multiracial knitwear designer Vanessa Smith models her Farpoint shawl pattern, knit in a striking combination of red, black & gray in honor of Captain Jean Luc Picard of the Starship Enterprise.
A closeup view of the star stitch (or daisy stitch) stripes used in Farpoint, a fun-to-knit, kite-shaped shawl knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith. Made with three colors in a sock/fingering weight yarn
Profile view of the triangle-shaped Farpoint shawl knitting pattern by Vanessa Smith, blending modern & nostalgic details with its use of colorblocking, slipped-stitch colorwork, and textured stitches
Detailed view of the mosaic knitting section of the Star Trek-inspired Farpoint shawl. A neat icelandic bind off blends beautifully with the garter stitch-based motif that resembles a galaxy of stars.
The Starfleet uniform-inspired Farpoint shawl held open to show its size and triangular shape knit from side to side. Made in red, gray, and black, single-ply yarn with colorblocking & mosaic knitting
Vanessa Smith showcases Farpoint, a modern yet geeky triangular knit shawl featuring the nostalgic details of Starfleet uniforms worn in The Next Generation, including a combadge, pips & color detail.
An alternate styled view of Farpoint, a kite-shaped shawl knitting pattern worn scarf style with its star mosaic knit and TNG-inspired details worn toward the front. Digital download by Vanessa Smith.
A styled view of the Farpoint triangular shawl knit pattern designed for Trekkies, showing its striking details, modern wearability, and drape worn scarf-style. PDF download by Vanessa Smith Designs.

Farpoint

$8.00

I didn't grow up watching much TV, but my husband Cody comes from a Star Trek-loving family. The Next Generation (or TNG) was basically always playing at his dad’s house while Cody and I were dating. After we’d been married for a while, he wanted me to actually watch the show—like, really commit—and I figured, okay, why not.

I got hooked.

Here’s the thing: they don’t really make shows like this anymore—shows that actually feel good to watch. It’s sci-fi on the surface, but what TNG really gets at is something deeper. Picard and the crew face impossible dilemmas and somehow always choose the right thing. Data learning to be human. The belief that we can be better. It reminds you that doing the right thing is possible.

So when I saw Lady Dye Yarns had a Star Trek: The Next Generation club and no designer, I texted her immediately. No hesitation. I knew exactly what I wanted to create—a shawl that captured the heart of the show, those Starfleet uniforms, that sense of mission and purpose.

Farpoint is that shawl. The name itself is a salute to the pilot episode, and the design channels the bold color blocking of Starfleet uniforms: red for Command, gold for Operations, blue for Sciences. Four bobbles represent captain’s pips, but you can customize them to match your own rank or make it entirely yours. Mosaic knitting creates a stunning, textured star field without the complexity of stranded colorwork.

This is a shawl for Trekkies who want to wear their values as much as their fandom.

Are you ready to boldly knit where no one has knit before?

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What makes Farpoint special?

  • Textures and colors that stand out. The interplay of textures and colors makes this shawl stand out in any quadrant, whether worn as a statement piece or as a layer for everyday wear.

  • Mosaic knitting that’s approachable. If you've never tried the slip-stitch colorwork technique, this is the pattern to learn on. Clear instructions, meditative rhythm.

  • Intuitive side-to-side construction. Knit on the bias, so shaping happens naturally as you progress.

  • For Trekkies and fiber lovers alike. The Starfleet uniform colors are there for those who love TNG. Everyone else just sees stunning color choices and a beautifully designed shawl.

  • Ready when you are. Download the digital PDF instantly—no waiting in line at the replicator. Beam it directly to your device and cast on immediately. 🖖

 

What other knitters have said

“When I had completed this piece, I immediately thought, “This is so beautiful, I’m going to cry!” This is such a stunning project and I had a blast making it! I’m very sad I’ve completed it, however I hope to have even more fun wearing it! . . . This was such a creative design—any Star Trek fan will easily catch the uniform details, but even non-Star Trek fans will be captivated. If you’ve never tried mosaic knitting, give this pattern a try! This pattern has very clear instructions and was a delight to follow.”
— TheWhisperingMoss on Ravelry
“Y’all, these are the cutest, pop-iest bobbles I’ve ever made! Now I want to bobble all the things! Thank you @vanessasmithdesigns”
— Michele of @KnitistryKnerds
 

What you get:

This is a PDF pattern download with everything you need to knit Farpoint:

  • Detailed, row-by-row instructions with stitch counts at every step.

  • Video tutorials showing you how to make bobbles and do the Icelandic bind off (until holograms are a real thing!).

  • Both written and charted mosaic knitting instructions—pick whichever you prefer.

 

Ready to choose your division?

 
 
 

The Knitty-Gritty

Description

Farpoint is an asymmetrical triangular shawl knit from side to side on the bias. Designed in collaboration with Lady Dye Yarns for a Star Trek: The Next Generation-inspired club, this shawl combines texture and color blocking to highlight unmistakable elements of Starfleet uniforms, including four bobbles reflecting the rank of captain. Mosaic knitting is used to create a knitted galaxy of countless stars—a glimpse into the final frontier.

Sizes

One Size

Finished Measurements

Approximately 80.5” (201 cm) wide and 21.5” (54 cm) deep

Yarn

Approximately 825 yards (755 meters) fingering weight yarn:

  • 425 yards (389 meters) main color

  • 200 yards (183 meters) contrasting color

  • 200 yards (183 meters) accent color

Shawl shown in Lady Dye Yarns Superwash Fingering [single-ply, 100% superwash merino wool] in colorways ‘Red Alert’ (main color); ‘Final Frontier’ (dark gray, contrasting color); and ‘Enterprise’ (light gray, accent color).

Needles

US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, 32” (80 cm) or longer, or needle size necessary to obtain correct gauge

Sharp-tipped needles are highly recommended for this shawl.

Gauge

24 sts and 32 rows = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch worked flat, blocked

Notions

  • (1) Stitch marker

  • Tapestry needle

 

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