A Time for Reflection… Orange for Phyllis…
https://www.orangeshirtday.org/phyllis-story.html

This asymmetrical wrap in Lichen and Lace 1 ply Superwash Merino paired with Marsh Mohair is adorned with 215 buttons in memory of the First Nations children lost to us in Kamloops, BC, Canada.

As I sewed on each button I thought of each little child and each family affected by this devasting loss. A more somber knit. Knit with much love, caring and respect.

On May 27th, 2021, Canadians faced yet again, the painful reminder of a shameful chapter in Canada’s history. The discovery of 215 remains of Indigenous Children in unmarked graves at a Residential School in Kamloops, BC, Canada with many more to follow. The long awaited road to Respectful Reconciliation is now on our minds. I felt compelled to honour and respect our First Nations and Indigenous peoples. To this end I have designed a trio of handknits. A Child’s buttoned Poncho, a shawl, and a buttoned cowl.
Apprx measurments:
91” (213) x 53” (135cm) x 65” (119cm)

Yarn:
Lichen and Lace 1 ply Superwash Merino 100g
2 x 100g; Shade, Day Lily

Lichen and Lace Marsh Mohair x 50g
1 x 50g; Shade. Day Lily

https://lichenandlace.com/collections/frontpage

Needles & Notions
Needle Size 4mm
Stitch Marker(s)
Darning needle
215 + buttons size 12mm, 18mm, 20mm
I used Mother of Pearl buttons which came in pkg’s of 100 pcs