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Amethiste Pattern

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Category:

Knitting

Type:

Accessory

Fit:

Girls, Women

Item:

Shawl

Skill Level:

Beginner

Basic Skills Necessary:

Knit, Purl
Increase, Decrease
Ktbl - knit through back loop

Pattern Description:

Inspired by the beautiful facets and shapes of natural crystals and gems, Amethiste is a fun and fast project to knit as well as being a versatile shawl to wear. The wide triangle shape drapes easily over the shoulders or around the neck in a variety of stylish ways. Knit from the top down in a choice of two sizes, this design showcases just one or two skeins of special fingering weight yarn.

The pattern begins with a simple stockinette section followed by easy lace patterns that flow smoothly from one into the other. Both written & charted instructions, plentiful photos and a link to a film demonstrating the garter tab foundation method are included to make the knitting a breeze.

Gauge:

Approximately 18 sts x 27 rows = 4" in stockinette stitch after stretching and blocking

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

Shawlette size - appproximately 56" w along top edge x 22" h from top center to point; Shawl size - approximately 76" w along top edge x 28" h from top center to point

Materials:

Fingering weight (sock weight) yarn - approximately 385 yds for shawlette, 650 yds for shawl
Needles - suggested sizes US 6 (4mm) or US 7 (4.5mm). Circular needle with cord length of at least 32" is helpful

You Will Also Need:

Stitch marker