Product Description
This lace edged asymmetrical shawl can be made with pretty much any weight of yarn, and any size needle, depending on the type of fabric, and size shawl you want to end up with. Different weights of yarn and/or different needle sizes will give you a different finished size. This shawl is completely adaptable to you.
The lace edge is simple enough for someone just beginning lace techniques, and is knit as a part of the shawl, going up along the side. And because the main body of the shawl is done in stockinette, this works up very quickly.
The sample shown was created using Classic Elite Alpaca Sox and a U.S. size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle. I used about 700 yards of yarn, and that combination of yarn and needle size gave me a light and airy fabric with a gauge of approximately 24 stitches to 4 inches in stockinette stitch.
The shawl as shown measures 72 x 75 x 28 inches.
This pattern has a chart, and fully written out instructions for the chart.
Bloom of Spring Shawl by Helen Silva
What is Being Made
The Bloom of Spring Shawl is an asymmetrical lace-edged shawl designed by Helen Silva. This knitted accessory features a distinctive asymmetrical construction with decorative lace edging, making it a versatile layering piece suitable for various occasions and seasons.
Design Adaptability
One of the key features of this shawl pattern is its flexibility. The design can be created using virtually any yarn weight and needle size, allowing knitters to customize the finished dimensions and fabric characteristics based on their preferences and available materials. This adaptability makes it an excellent choice for both stash-busting projects and intentional yarn selections.
Sample Specifications
The sample shawl shown in the pattern was created using Classic Elite Alpaca Sox yarn paired with a U.S. size 7 (4.5 mm) circular needle. This particular combination produced a light and airy fabric with a gauge of approximately 24 stitches to 4 inches measured in stockinette stitch. The resulting shawl measured 72 x 75 x 28 inches and required approximately 700 yards of yarn.
Yarn and Needle Requirements
This pattern accommodates 3-ply and 4-ply yarn weights, though knitters may experiment with other weights depending on their desired finished size and fabric drape. The use of a circular needle is recommended for managing the stitches throughout the construction process.
Knitting Techniques and Stitches
- Stockinette stitch forms the primary fabric structure
- Lace edging provides decorative detailing along the shawl perimeter
- Asymmetrical shaping creates visual interest and unique drape
Skill Level
This pattern is rated as beginner-friendly, making it accessible to knitters who are new to shawl construction while still offering enough visual appeal for more experienced crafters.
```Specifications
| Brand: | Independent Designer |
| Yarn Weight: | 3 Ply, 4 Ply |
| Pages: | 5 |
| Designer: | Helen Silva |
| Craft: | Knitting |
| Format: | Downloadable PDF |
| Languages: | English |
| Number of Patterns: | 1 |
| Skill Level: | Beginner |
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