Styrkur Shawl

This is a semi-circular shawl featuring the traditional Godmother’s Lace edging. It is named for my godmother, my Aunt Bonnie, who was one of the strongest people I ever knew. Styrkur is the Icelandic word for strength.

Finished Size: 26” depth, 62” wingspan (Instructions included to modify size)

Yarn: Lorna’s Laces Sportmate (70% Superwash merino wool/30% Outlast Viscose), 270 yards/100 grams; or, any other sport weight yarn. Sample knit with Oxygen [body] and Cranberry [edging].

Needles: 32” circular needle, size 5 US (3.75mm), or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge: 13 stitches/24 rows per 4 inches in wet-blocked stockinette stitch; gauge is not critical for this item but will affect size, yardage used, and drape.