Diagonal Lace Shawl

This easy shawl pattern is a perfect project for newcomers to lace knitting, and a great way to show off hand-painted yarns. The optional beads are added with a crochet hook as the shawl is knit. This pattern includes instructions in both written and chart format.

Finished Measurements:

Approximately 46" wide by 23" tall, after blocking

Yarn:

DK weight yarn: 370 yds

Shown in Sweet Paprika Adagio (70% silk, 30% camel; 115g/378 yds), 1 skein Witching Hour.

Needles:

Size 7 (4.5mm)

Notions:

Size 13 (0.7mm) steel crochet hook (optional)

Approximately 300 size 6 seed beads (optional)

Yarn needle

Pins for blocking

Gauge:

15 sts and 24 rows = 4" in Stockinette stitch, after blocking.