Blue Lakes Shawl by Jess Gagnon Knits

Blue Lakes Shawl

Knitting
August 2018
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
28 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 4 - 3.5 mm
850 yards (777 m)
62"w x 29"h
English
This pattern is available for free.

Visiting Anchorage, Alaska, I was struck by the prominent, snow-covered peaks that seemed to arise out of the midst of lakes and ponds. Blue Lakes is thus inspired by this piece of Alaskan beauty, and is meant to be a lightweight yet warming large shawl. The alternating stockinette and textured stripes hug the body in a comforting way. A swath of lace adds a bit of classic whimsy and visual appeal.

FINISHED MEASUREMENT
62” w x 29” h (approx., after blocking)

MATERIALS
CC Morning Bright Yarn Holistic Merino Fingering 100% Certified Australian NewMerino Wool; 435yd/398m per 100g skein; color: Moonlit; 1 skein
MC WolverineFibers Handspun fingering weight 100% Merino Wool; 425yds/389m per 113g skein; color: Starry Nights; 1 skein

Note: Substitute a commercial yarn for the handspun if preferred.

1 36 length-inch US #4/3.5mm circular needle

3 stitch markers
Tapestry needle

GAUGE
28 sts/36 rows = 4”/10.2cm in stockinette stitch on size US #4/3.5mm needles