Akene

Introducing the Akene shawl, a stunning accessory worked side to side in a delightful combination of garter stitch and the intricate “grain d’orme” stitch. This unique shawl features an eye-catching alternation of stripes and textured stitches, ensuring that your knitting experience is both enjoyable and engaging. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting out, the Akene shawl is perfect for showcasing your skills while creating a beautiful piece for your wardrobe. 

The shawl's finishing touch is a charming picots edge, which is added at the end of the project, giving you the flexibility to customize your shawl to match your personal style or to forego it entirely if you prefer a simpler look. This versatility makes the Akene shawl a wonderful addition to any knitting enthusiast’s collection.

**Gauge:** To achieve the best results, ensure you attain a gauge of 22 sts x 32 rs = 4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) in “grain d’orme” stitch using 3.5mm (US4) needles, and a gauge of 21 sts x 40 rs = 4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) in garter stitch with the same needle size.

Material Required:

• Malabrigo Sock yarn in persia (402 m for 100 g), 1 skein, or about 370 m of fingering weight yarn (color 1).
• Madelinetosh Tosh Sock yarn in astrid grey (360 m for 100 g), 1 skein, or about 360 m of fingering weight yarn (color 2).
• 3.5mm (US4) knitting needles or whichever needles you need to match the aforementioned gauge.

Create the Akene shawl today and enjoy the satisfaction of crafting a beautiful and unique knitwear piece that you can cherish for years to come. Perfect for using up your favorite fingering weight yarn or as a thoughtful gift for someone special, this shawl is not only a fashion statement but also a testament to your knitting talent. Dive into this wonderful knitting project and elevate your accessory collection with the Akene shawl!