Ptero

With his generous crescent shape and his ribbed chevron texture, Ptero has a prehistorical feel. The construction involves doubling the increase axis a few times. The result is a shawl that sits comfortably on the shoulders.

Materials and tools

Yarn: 837yd/764m or 3 skeins of Malabrigo Rastita (100% merino) 310yd/283m to 100g/3.5oz Sample shown in Plomo

4,5 mm (US 7) circular needle 60 inch (152 cm) long 32 stitch markers (optional)

Tapestry needle

Techniques and skills involved Garter tab cast-on, basic cables, basic increases.

Pattern difficulty: intermediate

Dimensions Width : 41 inches (104 cm) Height: 36 inches (91,5 cm)

Gauge 18 sts x 28 rows = 4 inches/10 cm in 1x1 ribbing