I have always admired the look of large luxurious rectangular shawls. To be able to wrap yourself in a lovely light and airy lace blanket just appeals to me. Especially when warm summer weather catches me off guard. There is a certain mental block I have against bringing a sweater with me in the warm summer months, but honestly between air conditioning and the lack of natural warmth once the sun goes down, I do need something. Where better to get inspiration than from an ironic favorite summer experience of mine, the rain! This piece begins with a provisional cast on at the back, is worked down to the cuff, bound off, then started again from the provisional cast on. Making for a seamless ode to the lovely relief of summer showers. By holding the yarn doubled, not only is there is a bit of extra warmth, but (more importantly) the chance to play with colors! Mix two shades of Aloft to create a custom heathered hue, or mix and match yarn lines for even more options!

This pattern is charted; however, the charts are very short and sweet. So be (safely) daring and try these charts out!

Two yarns are used in this shawl. One can choose to use Aloft for both, as suggested in the pattern or as I chose, one Aloft and one thin lace yarn.

It is a beautiful shawl and simple lace. The possibilities of color variations are endless.

A fun knit.