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hermes
The shawl consists of: garter stitch, textured stitch and a few short rows. All RS rows begin and end with two 
increases (kfb), and all WS rows begin and end with an 
increase (kfb), creating a semi-circular shape. The shawl ends with a lace border.
● Size 
Approx. 75 inches; 190 cm in wingspan (along the upper 
edge) and 21½ inches; 55 cm in depth, after block.
● Wool 
Approx. 875 yards; 800 meters of fingering wool or 
other to obtain gauge. The sample was knitted with 
Hermès by Lain’Amourée – 50% merino, 50% silk – 438 
yards; 400 meters. 
Color 1 (CC1): Edouard aux mains d’argent, 1 skein. 
Color 2 (CC2): A la prunelle de mes yeux, 1 skein.
● Needles 
US4; 3.50 mm circular needles, 47 inches; 120 cm long 
or other size to obtain gauge. 
US6; 4.00 mm circular needles (bind off only).
● Other 
Tapestry needle for weaving end.
● Gauge 
28 sts and 30 rows for 4 inches; 10 cm in garter st after a 
light block.
- First published: October 2017
 - Page created: October 30, 2017
 - Last updated: March 19, 2025 …
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