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FINISHED SIZE:

Both versions: 54” (137 cm) diameter

Actual size may vary based on your blocking tension.

MATERIALS: 

Expression Fiber Arts Alpaca Silk Lace yarn

The Updated Version is shown made with one Rose Latte Hues Alpaca Silk Lace Kit.

The Original Version is shown made with two skeins each of Wild and Free Alpaca Silk Lace (Color A) and Purity Alpaca Silk Lace (Color B).

Total yards/meters used for the original sample: approximately 2,126 yds/1,945 m (Color A: 1,136 yds/1,039 m, Color B: 990 yds/906 m).

HOOK: 

Both Versions: US size E (3.5 mm) crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge

SKILL LEVEL:

Intermediate: This pattern is for those crocheters who are ready to combine a variety of lace stitches while working in the round. Skills/ concepts include V-stitches and optional puff stitches.

Notes From the Designer: 

Crossaster papposus is the scientific name for the common sunstar, a many-legged starfish. This circular shawl begins with a 12-pointed star motif. Stitches radiate outward in lace designs that froth like ocean waves. If you don’t like to work puff stitches, you can simplify the last section by replacing any puff stitches with double crochet stitches instead.

• Click here to watch a tutorial demonstrating how to work a few rounds of the first section and how to work the special stitches in the next two sections.
• The original version used our Alpaca Silk Lace yarn in colors Wild and Free (A) and Purity (B).
• See page 8 for color changes in the updated version.
• Gauge is not crucial to this project, but will affect yardage and size.
• The pattern uses two colors but can be made with more or fewer, if preferred.
• Total yards/meters used for this sample: approximately 2,126 yds/1,945 m (Color A: 1,136 yds/1,039 m, Color B: 990 yds/906 m).
• Blocking is crucial to showcase the lace patterns. Do not be afraid to stretch firmly.

Designed by Janica York Carter

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Enjoy your crocheting!
Chandi

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