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Sonnenschein/Sunshine
Sonnenschein means sunshine in German.
Enjoy knitting this triangular shawl designed using the traditional Shetland construction. The central lace triangle begins at the bottom central tip with 3 stitches and is increased as it is worked towards the top of triangle. After completion of central triangle, stitches are picked up along the diagonal side edges to work the lace edging.
MATERIALS
Approximately 700 yards of fingering weight yarn.
GAUGE 16 sts X 28 rows = 4 inch square in blocked Stockinette Stitch.
NEEDLES
US #5 (3.75 mm)
You may substitute the size in order to obtain gauge.
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
67” wingspan
35” height from center-top to tip of triangle
47” diagonal sides
Many thanks to a wonderful group of test knitters who helped me to ensure that this pattern is error free! Ladies, you are awesome!
If you’ll encounter any problems or have a question, please feel free to drop me a note.
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- First published: July 2012
- Page created: July 28, 2012
- Last updated: August 16, 2012 …
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