Alpenshawl

Graceful and airy, Alpenshawl is the perfect accessory for your knitting repertoire, offering unparalleled comfort whether wrapped around your shoulders during a crisp summer walk or worn as a cozy scarf when evening sunlight fades. This exquisite shawl features delicate lace curves that only adorn the right side, elegantly shaping Alpenshawl's generous and feminine crescent with ease through stress-free short rows. Indulge in luxurious, hand-knitted elegance as you traverse your alpine path, creating a piece that is both functional and beautifully decorative. This pattern includes both charted and written instructions for your convenience, making it accessible for a wide range of knitters.

Difficulty Level:

Adventurous Beginner – Intermediate. This pattern is suited for those who have some experience with knitting, particularly with lace techniques.

Techniques Used:

• Knit & purl
• Increasing stitches (YO) and decreasing stitches (k2tog; k3tog; SSK; s2-k1-psso)
• Right side-only lace (both written and charted directions included for a comprehensive understanding)
• Wrapless short rows for seamless shaping

Yarn Recommendations:

Originally crafted in The Fibre Company Meadow, which is composed of a luxurious blend of 40% merino, 25% llama, 20% silk, and 15% linen (549 yds/502 m per 100g skein). For those looking for a suitable substitute, select a yarn that offers 549 yds/502 m of heavy lace to light fingering-weight yarn, ideally blending wool with at least 30% silk, bamboo, linen, or a similar fiber. This specified yardage includes a 10% allowance for any small variances in gauge or technique, ensuring you have sufficient material to complete your stunning shawl.

Embrace the joy of knitting with Alpenshawl, a beautiful blend of elegance and warmth that will lead you on many adventures. Whether you're knitting it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, this pattern is sure to become a cherished addition to your collection.