Sandstone Shawl by Heather C Gibbs (KCACO.UK)

Sandstone Shawl

Crochet
July 2022
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
9 stitches = 1 inch
in 9 dc = 2.5” [6 cm]. (Gauge is not crucial for this project)
4.5 mm
1531 - 1640 yards (1400 - 1500 m)
Approx. 79 x 22” [200 x 56cm]
US
English

Sandstone is the shawl that utilizes yarn that varies in thickness to achieve a textured and lacy look. Tassels added to the center of the shawl add visual interest alongside the open diamond motifs.

Time: 1 Week Project

Skill Level: Easy / Intermediate

Size: Approx. 79 x 22” 200 x 56cm

Gauge: 9 dc = 2.5” 6 cm. (Gauge is not crucial for this project)

Yarn: King Cole Opium Chunky Weight 5 Bulkyotton, 42% Acrylic, 4% Polyamide; 273 yards 250 meters/100 grams): Sandstone 1805 (A, 6 balls)

Hook: Size 7 4.5mm

Notions: Tapestry needle, Scissors