Half Life

Introducing Half Life, a stunning triangular adaptation of Laura Nelkin's signature square lace shawl design, Life Cycle, featured in her comprehensive Craftsy Class, Lace from the Inside Out. This unique shawl is perfect for knitters looking to expand their skills!

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Half Life can be knit using a variety of yarns, including Fingering, Light Fingering, or Lace weight yarn. The key is to achieve the correct gauge for an optimal fit and drape! This versatile pattern offers flexibility for knitters to choose their preferred yarn weight while still creating a beautiful shawl.

Worked from the top down, Half Life begins with an easy garter tab, making it approachable for knitters of all skill levels. This shawl features a captivating array of double-sided lace stitches that flow effortlessly from one elegant section to the next, showcasing your craftsmanship and resulting in a truly eye-catching piece.

To enhance your knitting journey, the stitches for Half Life are provided in both charted and written formats. This dual approach helps you enhance not only your lace knitting expertise but also your ability to read knitting charts with confidence—a valuable skill for all knitting enthusiasts!

Important Errata for revisions 1 and 2: In the Imago Stitch Written Directions, please note Row 15 should read: K1, yo, p3, k1, p1, k1, [p1, k3, (p1, k1) twice] repeat to last 4 stitches, p3, yo, k1. For Row 23: K1, yo, k1, p5, [k1, p1] twice, p3, [(p1, k1) twice, p4] repeat to last 11 stitches, p1, [k1, p1] twice, p4, k1, yo, k1.

For more details and to access the full pattern, visit: Half Life at Nelkin Designs. Discover the beauty of lace shawl knitting today and create something special!