This lace triangular shawl is knitted from the top down and the pattern is mirrored over a center stitch. Finished, the shawl drapes into a crescent shape and the bottom edge undulates creating feminine curves. Aptly named, this shawl mimics the lancet windows of the Wells Cathedral of Somerset, England.

Pattern includes:

“Shawl Anatomy” section describing the architecture and nuances of knitting a top-down triangular shawl. Great for first-time shawl knitters!

Both written and charted instructions.

Skill Level:

Intermediate

Finished Size:

48 inch wingspan and 24 inches long at center points, after blocking. Size can be customized by knitting more or fewer of charts B or D.

Materials Needed:

The pictured shawl is knitted using the following materials, but since gauge is not important, needle size or yarn size can be adjusted to fit your aesthetic desires.

Approximately 490 yds of Sport Weight Yarn
US size 9 (5.5 mm) circular needles
Tapestry needle (for weaving in ends)
Blocking pins and blocking wires

Techniques Used:

k, p, ssk, k2tog, k3tog, yo, picot bind off

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