Firefly Collection (Zoe) - If It Moves, Shoot It

Inspired by Zoë Warren, First Officer of the 'Serenity' in Joss Whedon's cult space-western 'Firefly'. On the lawless and near barren frontier planets that this renegade crew frequent, I envisage Zoë favouring practical clothing in earthy, camouflage tones,. I therefore immediately thought of a kerchief/ scarf, which could simultaneously be used for warmth, disguise and as protection in the dusty 'Wild West'. Texture and geometric shaping, evocative of Central American folk art has been used in deference to Zoë's rustic sensibilities, giving both decoration and knitting interest.

Building on the basic triangular top-down shawl, this garment is knit from a provisional cast-on, in one-piece, back and forth, with additional 'triangles' worked as 'pick-up' rows to extend the span without adding depth. It has a ribbed cable and eyelet top band, tessellating diamond panels of twisted stitches over the main body and an optional spiky fringe. Instructions are charted with extensive diag