California Waves

Introducing the beautiful California Waves shawl, a stunning design created exclusively for the Yarnover Truck and Dragonfly Fibers in celebration of Stitches SoCal 2018. This eye-catching pattern draws inspiration from the natural beauty of waves as they gracefully dissipate along the shore. Featuring a unique chevron stitch pattern that alternates between garter and stockinette, this shawl increases in width as it grows, creating a lovely, flowing silhouette that is perfect for layering. The addition of a vibrant stripey border and a refined i-cord bind-off provides a polished and professional finish to this exquisite piece, making it a must-have for any knitting enthusiast.

Yarn: To create your own California Waves shawl, you will need approximately 800 yards of fingering weight yarn. The sample displayed is crafted from Dragonfly Fibers' Djinni Sock in two captivating colorways: C1: Kaleidoscope and C2: Blue Velvet, composed of 80% Merino, 10% Nylon, and 10% Cashmere for that luxurious touch.

Dimensions: After blocking, this stunning shawl measures 63 inches in wingspan and 23 inches in depth, making it an ideal accessory to drape over your shoulders.

Needles: For this project, you will require US size 5 needles, providing the perfect balance for achieving the desired fabric texture.

Notions: Don’t forget your tapestry needle for weaving in those pesky ends and finishing off your shawl beautifully.

Gauge: The recommended gauge is 24 stitches by 32 rows over 4 inches in chevron stockinette stitch on US size 5 needles. However, gauge is not critical for this project, allowing you to focus on the creative aspects of your knitting.

Create your very own California Waves shawl today and immerse yourself in an enjoyable knitting experience that combines artistry with functionality. Perfect for both beginners and seasoned knitters, this pattern is a delightful addition to your collection.