Midnight Stole

Introducing a stunning lace stole pattern, featuring a beautifully applied border and optional beads that enhance its elegance. The beads can be added using a crochet hook method, allowing you to customize your stole to your liking. The yarn used in this pattern is a lightweight blend with a yardage of 1200m per 100 grams, providing a delicate feel while still ensuring warmth.

This intricate lace pattern is accompanied by both detailed charts and comprehensive written instructions, making it accessible for knitters of various skill levels. The stole requires several advanced techniques, including a provisional cast-on, a Russian bind-off, a knitted-on border with double joins, and grafting. Don't worry if you're unfamiliar with these methods; all techniques utilized in this pattern are thoroughly explained for your convenience.

Important Update (July 2010):
Some knitters have encountered confusion regarding how to work the 'sss' stitch. Here’s how to master it: Slip 3 stitches to your right needle, bring your yarn forward between the needles, slip those 3 stitches back to the left needle, and then move the yarn to the back between the needles. At this point, the yarn will be wrapped around the 3 stitches. You can then knit these stitches as usual. This crucial instruction was previously missing from the pattern but has now been added for clarity.

Errata:
I want to address an oversight regarding the solid dot symbol used in the charts. This symbol indicates a 'knit' stitch for Wrong side rows and was inadvertently excluded from the chart key. I sincerely apologize for any confusion this may have caused.

Update (June 2014):
An error was detected in rows 9 and 23 of Chart A, which has since been corrected in the updated pattern version.

This gorgeous lace stole is not only a perfect project for knitters looking to refine their skills but also makes for an exceptional gift or a personal accessory. Dive into this elegant pattern and enjoy the process of creating a timeless piece.