Pica

The graphic pattern of outspread magpie wings inspired this crescent-shaped shawl. Pica is the scientific name of the widespread genus of magpies that are found across the northern hemisphere. Although magpies are often assumed to be black and white in coloration, their feathers actually possess a deep blue iridescence, which is captured by this so-deep-blue-it’s-almost-black colorway from Malabrigo. This shawl is knit in one piece with no seaming and features short rows to construct the shaped sections.

SIZES  One size, measuring approximately 61” (155 cm) wingspan and 18.5” (47 cm) deep.

MATERIALS  Approximately 660 yds (603 m) main color (MC)  and 400 yds (365 m) contrasting (CC) of appropriate fingering-weight yarn

GAUGE  24 sts x 46 rows in 4” (10 cm) in garter st