Burano

Inspired by the vibrant and colorful streets of Burano, Italy, this delightful shawl pattern is a relaxing knit designed for maximum flexibility and creativity. With its eye-catching stripes, the shawl is a perfect project for utilizing sock yarn remnants or provides an excellent opportunity to explore bold new color combinations. This versatile design is ideal for variegated yarns or those precious leftovers of handspun yarn. The shawl is constructed as a top-down piece using garter stitch, making it accessible for knitters of various skill levels. The pattern is presented in two sizes: a small shawl measuring 15” (38cm) deep and 55” (140cm) wide, and a large shawl measuring 23” (58cm) deep and 60” (152cm) wide. It includes detailed notes on how to adjust the overall size to suit your preference. You can also customize the number of stripes you choose to work, enabling you to use anywhere from 2 to as many as 30 colors, all based on your creative whims! This design offers flexibility in yarn weight as well; just be sure to use a needle several sizes larger than normal to ensure a relaxed and comfortable fabric. If you opt for yarn substitutions, it’s essential to choose a material that will hold a block well, as this shawl requires fairly aggressive blocking to achieve a beautifully flat finish. ### Yarn Requirements For the **Small Size**: - Main Color: 50g (Approximately 231 yards) - Stripes: Around 12g (Approximately 60 yards) each - **Total Yarn Used**: 130g (Approx. 600 yards) For the **Large Size**: - Main Color: 100g (Approximately 462 yards) - Stripes: Around 15g (Approximately 75 yards) each - **Total Yarn Used**: 235g (Approx. 1,100 yards) Unleash your creativity with this captivating Burano-inspired shawl pattern, perfect for knitters looking to make a statement with color while enjoying a relaxing knitting experience!