Orienta Shawl KAL Color Inspiration

Spring is around the corner — and we’re officially kicking off the Orienta Knit-Along on April 3rd! This season, we’re celebrating 12 stunning new colors from the Aura Collection in Malabrigo Sock, and we’ve been having so much fun playing with contrast, harmony, and bold color choices.

Whether you love dramatic contrasts or soft, tonal blends, the Orienta Shawl — a beautifully textured pattern by Cory Boberg (aka @outsidevoice.knits) — is the perfect canvas to showcase your color creativity. With 2 skeins of your Main Color (MC) and 1 skein of your Contrast Color (CC), this shawl comes alive with color interplay and stitch definition

Here are some spark-worthy combo ideas to get your wheels turning — from punchy contrasts to elegant tonals that feel like poetry on your needles.

**Jen**

*Sobre La Luna by Lena Fedotova & Fluidez*

**Bernardita**

*Fulgor & Chocolate amargo*

How to Choose Your Colors

Here’s a quick guide to making your combo selection fun and satisfying:

1. Swatch & Play
Try knitting a small swatch combining your MC and CC. Does the texture and movement sing? Great — you’re onto something!

2. Contrast Level Matters
• High contrast highlights the pattern
• Tonal blends offer a more subtle flow

3. Let Aura Shine
Some Aura hues glow when paired with deeper shades; others lean into softness when paired with neutrals. Trust your eye — magic happens when you least expect it.

Share Your Combos + Knit Along With Us

Once you’ve picked your favorites, grab a photo and tag it with #MalabrigoKAL — please share it on our Facebook Group, Instagram, or Ravelry Group. We can’t wait to see what colors you choose!

More to come soon!

Orienta Shawl KAL Color Inspiration

How to Choose Your Colors

Share Your Combos + Knit Along With Us

Malabrigo KAL - April 2026