Lá Bealtaine
Lá Bealtaine, the traditional Irish name for Beltane, is the enchanting May pattern created for the prestigious Wooly Wonka Fibers Celtic Year club. Celebrate the beauty of spring and the approach of summer with this unique design!
Beltane, the ancient Gaelic festival of May Day, has been observed for centuries, traditionally celebrated halfway between the spring equinox and the summer solstice. This vibrant festival heralds the return of warmth and fertility to the earth. One of the festival's most cherished traditions is the lighting of bonfires, symbolizing the sun’s rekindling strength. This breathtaking celebration inspired both the stunning colourway and the intricate design of this knitting pattern.
Skills Required:
- Working Lace
- Working with Charts
- Twisted Stitches
- Cables
- Blocking
Other Tools:
- 5/8”/16 mm buttons (5-9) for the wrap (optional)
- Cable needle
- Stitch markers (2)
- Tapestry needle
- Sewing needle and unwaxed dental floss (to attach buttons)
- Glow line tape (to mark the current row on charts/instructions)
- Blocking wires and T-pins
Yarn Requirements: You will need approximately 664 (846, 2,000) yards or 607 (774, 1829) meters of premium merino/silk yarn that knits up beautifully to 7.5 stitches per inch on US#5/3.75 mm needles, making it perfect for intricate work and fantastic drape.
Sample Shown In: This pattern features the exquisite Wooly Wonka Fibers ‘Nimue Sock’ yarn, which boasts a luxurious blend of 50% merino and 50% silk. Each skein contains 435 yards (398 meters) and weighs 3.53 oz (100 grams). The sample showcased here utilizes 2 skeins of the captivating Bonfire colourway. Additionally, buttons for the project can be sourced from The Quarter Stitch for a complete finish.
Embrace the spirit of Beltane with this beautifully crafted knitting pattern! Perfect for those looking to enhance their knitting repertoire, this design will bring warmth and celebration into your crafting journey.
