Aestlight Shawl

Discover the beauty and elegance of the 'Aestlight Shawl', a stunning knit design that showcases a traditional Shetland construction technique. This beautifully crafted shawl begins with a delightful garter stitch triangle, skillfully increasing from the point outwards. After establishing the triangle, you’ll easily pick up stitches from the very visible yarn over loops along the edges to work the intricate border, which flows gracefully outwards from the central triangle. To complete this exquisite piece, an elegant edging is knitted sideways and seamlessly attached to the live stitches of the border as you work, creating a refined finish.

This pattern offers two sizes for flexibility in your knitting journey. The charming brown shawl showcased is the smaller of the two, perfect for draping around your shoulders or wrapping for added warmth on chilly days. Whether you choose to knit it in a cozy fingering weight yarn or your favorite luxury fiber, you will enjoy the soft garter stitch goodness that feels wonderful against the skin.

‘Aestlight’ translates to ‘east light’ in the Shetland dialect, reflecting the natural beauty and inspiration of the region. Brief yet informative written and charted instructions are included, catering to knitters of varying skill levels. Plus, for visual learners, a concise video tutorial about the Bird's Eye Lace technique is available on my blog, ensuring you have all the tools needed for success as you create this lovely shawl. Visit us at http://www.theshetlandtrader.com/blog/?page_id=687 for a helpful resource!

Embrace your creativity and add the Aestlight Shawl to your knitting repertoire today! Whether you're an experienced knitter or just starting, this project is perfect for enjoying a meditative knitting experience while producing a stylish accessory that you’ll treasure for many years to come.