This sideways-knitted triangular shawl has an all-over geometric motif of twisted stitches that is reminiscent of an acorn with its cap still attached. The motif calls to mind a warm memory of Thien-Kieu Lam’s nephew, who, as a toddler, would collect acorns wherever he went and then leave them in small piles as offerings for the squirrels. The shawl is designed to be large and cosy, keeping you warm while foraging for those small joys to be found on chilly days. Once established, the twisted stitch motif becomes intuitive to work, making for a relaxing knit. The fabric is beautiful on both sides.

SIZES
One size.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Wingspan: 80.25” / 204 cm.

Centre Depth: 28.75” / 73 cm.

MATERIALS
Yarn: 5 skeins of Laine x Novita DK (70% Falkland wool, 15% Bluefaced Leicester wool, 15% Bluefaced Kerry Hill wool, 246 yds / 225 m – 100 g), in the colourway Deep Burgundy. 

Or 1230 yds / 1125 m of heavy DK or light-worsted-weight yarn.

Alternative yarn suggestions are for example Nightshades by Harrisville Designs or Tandem by West Wool.

Needles: US 6 / 4 mm 32” / 80 cm circular needles.

GAUGE
22.5 sts x 32 rows to 4” / 10 cm on US 6 / 4 mm needles in Twisted St, after blocking.

NOTES
This shawl is worked flat and begins with the left point, with increases worked until the full depth is achieved. Then decreases are worked, ending with the right point.