This shawl is faroese shaped with a lace gusset and lace scalloped border. The pattern is written with easy, step-by-step instructions. While we don’t believe in difficulty labels, (anything can be accomplished if you just give it a try!), I believe that the gusset panel and scalloped border would require an intermediate level of knitting experience. There is generous shoulder shaping that helps keep the shawl securely on one’s shoulders.