Golden Ray

Have you ever dreamed of capturing a piece of sunlight? Introducing **Golden Ray**, a beautifully crafted triangular shawl pattern designed especially for my gracious friend and mentor, Elena Nodel. This elegant shawl is more than just a pattern; it embodies the warmth and glow of golden rays on a perfect day, bringing a touch of sunshine to your knitting collection.

Golden Ray is a stunning shawl worked **side-to-side** using intricate **Shetland Lace** techniques. Its soft shapes and lovely lines create an enchanting accessory that's perfect for any occasion. The intriguing and reversible stitch pattern is straightforward to follow, all set on a delightful garter stitch background that adds texture and warmth to your final project. Plus, for a touch of sparkle, a splendid **beaded variation** is included in the pattern, allowing you to personalize your shawl even further.

Pattern Features:

• Detailed charted instructions for visual learners.
• Comprehensive written instructions for those who prefer traditional patterns.
• An enchanting beaded version to add a touch of elegance.
• Thorough explanations of the techniques used throughout the pattern.
• Helpful tips on blocking, swatching, alternating skeins, fixing mistakes, and using lifelines to ensure a seamless knitting experience.

Printing Notes: To maximize efficiency and save ink and paper, please read the entire pattern before printing. By doing so, you can determine which pages are essential for your knitting journey.

Difficulty Level: This pattern is rated **4 out of 5** (where 1 is easy and 5 is difficult), making it suitable for knitters who are ready to challenge themselves with beautiful lacework.

Yarn Requirements: This pattern is designed for **fingering weight yarn**, ideally made from merino and its blends. Choose from a range of solid or semisolid colors to showcase your personal style.

Sample Shown Uses: The gorgeous shawl sample features **Leizu Fingering by Julie Asselin**, in the **Jaipur colorway**, which perfectly highlights the intricate stitch work and desig.

Embrace the joy of knitting with the **Golden Ray** shawl pattern and bring a little sunshine into your life today!