• A relaxing knit
• Perfect for showing off those special skeins
• Combination of stocking stitch and short rows

The second instalment of the Aurora Collection, the Australis Shawl is a crescent shaped shawl that is perfect for combining 2 special skeins of 4ply.

Inspired by the southern lights, this two colour shawl is perfect for combining those special skeins of 4ply. This crescent shaped shawl uses short rows and a knit on edging to represent the swirling colours of the lights whilst also creating a deeper shawl. A mix of stocking stitch and simple lace keeps this a soothing knit that is easy to pick up and put down yet will result in a beautiful shawl full of interesting detail.

If you are new to short rows, I offer a free tutorial on my blog showing the technique used for this shawl.

You can also find the Northern Lights Hat and Borealis Socks in the Aurora Collection. Buy the bundle today for £14.

Yarn

MC: Travel Knitter, BFL Supersock, 425 m/ 465 yds

CC: Peak District Yarns, 4-ply, 300 m/ 328 yds

Needles and Notions

4 mm (US 6) circular needles 100 cm/ 40”
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Gauge

23 sts x 33 rows over 10 cm/ 4” in stocking stitch, after blocking.

Final measurements

140 cm/ 55” wide x 54 cm/ 21.25” high, unstretched after blocking.