Milton Shawl was born on a movie set - literally! While working as an extra in the Hershey film, which was shot in Pittsburgh this summer, I filled the long hours on set with my needles and yarn. The result was Milton; a shawl that’s comfy, eye-catching, and hard to knit just one!

Featuring an easy-to-memorize stitch pattern paired with engaging stripes, Milton Shawl is the kind of project that keeps you reaching for “just one more row.” Knit in The Plucky Knitter’s newest base, Pippi Worsted! This Brushed Merino yarn combines incredible softness with rich, textural depth. The fabric this yarn creates is so cozy and luscious! I chose autumnal hues inspired by one of my scenes in Hershey, but the design is endlessly versatile - pick your favorite two-color combo or rep your team’s colors for the perfect game-day knit.

CONSTRUCTION
Milton is a triangular shawl with stripes and a simple textured lace stitch pattern. Shawl is CO and worked flat from the top down. It’s shaped through increases which occur at the shawl edges and in the center on all RS rows.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Shawl Wingspan: 78” / 195cm
Shawl depth down center spine: 32.5” / 81cm

YARN REQUIREMENTS
Please note these are yarn estimates. The amount used will depend on yarn, your personal gauge, and any modifications you make.
The Plucky Knitter Pippi Worsted (94% Superwash Extra Fine Brushed Merino, 6% Nylon; 225 yards / 205 meters per 105g) in the following amounts:
MC: 2 skeins
CC: 2 skeins

OR

Worsted weight yarn in the following amounts:
MC: 308 yards / 280 meters
CC: 317 yards / 288 meters

SUGGESTED NEEDLES
Needles listed are suggested.
Gauge Needle: Size US 9 / 5.5mm circular needle in your preferred length for shawl knitting.

Ribbing Needle: Size US 7 / 6mm circular needle in your preferred length for shawl knitting, or a needle two sizes smaller than your Gauge Needle.

GAUGE
While gauge is not crucial, it will affect the overall finished dimensions and yardage used.
14 stitches and 24 rows = 4” / 10cm in stockinette stitch knit flat with Gauge Needle, blocked.

TOOLS
Stitch markers, tapestry needle.