Part of the Midnite Botanica: A Dark Bloom Collection, the Penstemon Shawl draws its inspiration from the hardy wildflower that blooms against the odds. This crescent-shaped design unfurls in waves of lace, clusters, and picots — a nod to resilience and quiet beauty. Worked in DK weight yarn, the Penstemon Shawl offers a meditative rhythm that advanced beginners and seasoned stitchers alike will find deeply satisfying.

🌟 What you’ll love about making the Penstemon Shawl

• Crescent shaping creates a flowing, wearable silhouette
• Engaging lacework balanced with approachable stitches
• Picot edging for a delicate, botanical finish
• Perfect for tonal or semi-solid yarns that highlight the stitchwork

📝 Pattern details

• Skill Level: Advanced Beginner
• Finished Size: 72 in x 23 in (182 cm x 58 cm)
• Yarn: DK weight, approx. 646 yds / 590 m
  • Sample shown in Hazel Knits Lively DK, In the Clover
• Hook: 4 mm (US G/5)
• Notions: Darning needle, scissors, blocking mats, T-pins

⚒️ Stitches & techniques

• Foundation half double crochet
• Half double crochet
• Double crochet clusters
• Picots
• Michele Costa’s “Magic Start” crescent foundation

📏 Gauge

• 16 sts x 14 rows = 4 in / 10 cm unblocked (hdc)
• 15 sts x 14 rows = 4 in / 10 cm blocked (hdc)

Tip: Work the first 12 rows, measure 10 rows down the center — should equal 4 in / 10 cm.

🧹 Finishing & blocking

Wet blocking transforms the Penstemon Shawl into its full bloom — opening up the lace and accentuating the scalloped edge. Pin every other picot to highlight the organic curves and enhance the shawl’s drape.

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