Crescent shape shawl inspired by traditional Haapsalu lace. Knitted from the bottom. Lace first, short rows second. Nupps or beads can be added.

Shawl can be worked from written instructions or charts.

Note: beads will add weight to your shawl, nupps consume more yarn.

Happy knitting!

Notes:

• Size: “diameter” - 33”, middle - 13”, sides - 7”.

• I’ve used US 7 needles because that was the only size I’ve found in stores at that time. US 4-5-6 sizes needles would give you better stitch definition.

• 10/15/2011: Pattern updated with suggestions for cast on and bind off methods:

Use cast on method that stretches very well (and I mean VERY stretchy, cause you going to block this edge)
(I’ve used single cast on (twisted loop, thumb cast on) on a bigger needles and knitted first row and then started lace part It is super easy and fast, you not going to spend whole evening casting on those 411 sts).

I’ve used JSSBO for bind off. I-cord is a good method to control curling.