Nilmë shawl by Edua Feketene Repas

Nilmë shawl

Crochet
May 2026
Sport (12 wpi) ?
11 stitches and 6 rows = 2 inches
in body pattern
4.5 mm
1000 - 1100 yards (914 - 1006 m)
customisable
US
English
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Skill Level

Advanced Beginner / Intermediate

Construction
This triangle shawl is worked from the bottom up
The shawl increases on both sides in every row
Width and length are fully customizable by adding or removing repeat sections
Finished Measurements

Approximately:

55” x 37”

Measurements may vary depending on:

Gauge
Yarn choice
Blocking
Desired custom sizing
Size Options

This shawl is designed to be easily customizable:

Continue repeating the main pattern section for a larger shawl
Stop earlier for a smaller shawl or shawlette
Approximate Yardage by Size
Small Shawlette: 700–850 yards
Standard Shawl: 1000–1100 yards
Oversized Shawl: 1200–1400+ yards

Materials Needed
Sport Weight (#2) yarn
Sample used: Expression Fiber Arts “Buttery” in Bracken Sarah
Approximately 1000–1100 yards
4.5 mm crochet hook
Tapestry needle
Scissors
Stitch marker

Gauge Notes
Gauge is measured after lightly blocking
Exact gauge is not critical for this project, but it will affect:
Finished size
Yarn usage
Drape of the fabric

Helpful video tutorials are included within the pattern for special stitches used.