Sweethope Shawl by Stella Ackroyd

Sweethope Shawl

Knitting
July 2016
Lace ?
22 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in Stocking Stitch when Blocked
US 3 - 3.25 mm
420 - 430 yards (384 - 393 m)
Blocked shawl meas approx 117 cm (46 in) x 58.5 cm (23 in).
English
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This pretty shawl is a lovely project for Summer; perfect over a prom dress or as a delicate addition to a wedding wardrobe, it is fun to make and absorbing in its simplicity. Named after a local beauty site, my Sweethope shawl is a romantic whisper of usefulness beyond question and a beautiful item in its own right. The lace pattern is easy to follow and kicked in just as the stocking stitch main part was becoming a challenge, helping me race to the finish in almost no time at all! I’m about to cast on straight away for an alpaca version for the Winter - ideal for crispy cold walks on the beach with my dog!