Bean Nighe Shawl

Introducing the Bean Nighe (ben-neeya), a captivating crescent-shaped shawl that combines elegance and comfort. This top-down design features an i-cord edge and a delicate picot border, making it a stunning addition to any knitting collection. With its textured body stitches alternating with gorgeous lace sections, the Bean Nighe offers both an engaging and relaxing knitting experience, showcasing memorable stitch combinations that every knitter will love. Its generous size allows for versatile styling options, enabling you to drape it around your shoulders in numerous chic ways.

This enchanting shawl design was inspired by a personal journey of grief and self-expression. During a time when I struggled to articulate my feelings, I discovered a connection to the folklore surrounding the Bean Nighe, a Scottish phantom prophetess known for her haunting songs about sorrow and misfortune. While often regarded as a terrifying figure, the Bean Nighe has a deeper significance, believed to grant wishes and offer protection to those who earn her favor. Much like her Irish counterpart, the Banshee, the Bean Nighe is often depicted as wearing or carrying the burial shrouds of those who are nearing their end. This rich cultural narrative adds depth to the pattern, inviting knitters to delve into the lore as they create their own piece of wearable art.

Whether you are seeking a meaningful project to express your own emotions or simply looking to add a beautiful shawl to your wardrobe, the Bean Nighe promises to be a fulfilling knit that captivates both knitter and wearer alike.