Die schöne Lau

Die schöne Lau is an exquisite long, narrow crescent shawl designed for knitters looking to enhance their skills. This stunning shawl begins with a traditional garter-tab cast-on at the centre of the top edge, and it features increases at the beginning and end of each row, creating a beautifully flowing shape. Textured stripes, reminiscent of ripples on water, elegantly interrupt the smooth stocking stitch background of the shawl body, adding depth and interest to your project. The enchanting lace border is cleverly knit on sideways at the end, giving your shawl a refined finishing touch.

Skills Required: This pattern is perfect for intermediate knitters and those eager to learn! You will need to be comfortable with fundamental techniques like knitting and purling. Additionally, the pattern involves working lace stitches, which include right- and left-leaning single decreases, yarn overs, centred double decreases, and double increases. You will also take on the challenge of working cables over 4 stitches. To master this pattern, full written instructions and an additional chart for the intricate leaf lace are provided for your convenience, ensuring a smooth knitting experience.

Yarn Requirements: For the sample shawl, we recommend using two contrasting colours of fingering-weight yarn. Typically, most test knitters found that 100 g of each colour was sufficient to complete this beautiful project. However, if your knitting gauge is slightly looser than the recommended tension, it's wise to allow for approximately 425 m (465 yards) of each colour. This will ensure that you have enough yarn to bring your vision to life without running short.

Indulge in the creative journey of knitting Die schöne Lau shawl and showcase your craftsmanship with this elegant, textured masterpiece. Whether you're knitting for yourself or a loved one, this shawl will surely be a cherished accessory in any wardrobe.