Ikigai is a lightweight Tunisian crochet shawl constructed from four boomerang-shaped triangles joined together to create a soft semicircular silhouette with a gently undulating edge. The airy lace fabric is created with a simple repeat of yarn overs and Tunisian simple stitch decreases, making it an enjoyable and relaxing project once established.
The pattern includes both a join-as-you-go method and an alternative seamed construction, allowing you to choose the finishing technique that best suits your style. The pattern includes written instructions, a chart, and video tutorials for the join-as-you-go technique, making the construction easy to follow. The shawl is finished with a decorative edging worked directly onto the completed piece.
Worked in luxurious bourette silk, the finished shawl is light, breathable, and perfect for layering throughout the year.

Finished Size
Length: 46 cm / 18 in
Wingspan (widest edge): 125 cm / 49¼ in

Gauge
22 sts × 20 rows = 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in) in the lace pattern (yarn over and Tunisian simple stitch 2 together repeat).

Yarn
ITO Kinu (100% bourette silk)
50 g = 425 m (465 yds)
Sample shown in colour 382
Sample uses 100 g / approximately 850 m (930 yds)

Hook
4.5 mm Tunisian crochet hook
50 cm and 100 cm cables

Skill Level
Intermediate