Evening Drift Shawl by Kim Bussell | The Grateful Sheep

Evening Drift Shawl

Knitting
August 2025
Taproot Farms Spinning Mill DK Merino
DK (11 wpi) ?
19 stitches and 28 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette
US 7 - 4.5 mm
900 - 950 yards (823 - 869 m)
one size, Adult
English
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The Evening Drift is an elegant, asymmetrical shawl spun from the quiet magic of twilight - when the last rays of light dance across the landscape and gentle breezes stir the air. Its smooth, soothing body invites you into a gentle embrace, while a delicate lace border unfurls like drifting clouds at dusk. Wrap yourself in its softness and let the graceful shapes and subtle movement echo the hushed beauty of a perfect evening. This shawl drapes beautifully around the shoulders, creating a cozy yet light accessory perfect for any season.

Yarn
Any DK Weight Yarn approximately 900 yards

Suggested Yarn
Kelbourne Woolens Scout 4 skeins Sample Shown In Photos
Testers also used Malabrigo Silky Merino
Taproot Farm Spinning Mill DK Merino
Wool2Dye4 DK

Needles
US 7/4.5mm (40”/100cm circular recommended)

Notions
tapestry needle and blocking pins/wires/mats are helpful!

Gauge
Measured in stockinette after blocking
19sts and 28 rows in 4” x 4”/ 10cm x 10 cm

Finished Measurements
90” wingspan
48” across top of ribbing