Oceania

Introducing the Oceania Lace Shawl Pattern, a beautifully designed project perfect for advanced beginners eager to enhance their knitting skills. This stunning shawl effortlessly doubles as a cozy blanket scarf, making it an ideal accessory for any season. Each stitch captures the gentle ebbs and flows of the ocean, as the intricate lace pattern repeats evoke the beauty of coastal waves. Design Elements: - Generously wide for optimal coverage or versatile use as a blanket scarf - Uses variegated yarn to beautifully imitate the soothing ocean color-ways - Rectangular shape that drapes elegantly over your shoulders - NO need for chart reading; all instructions are clearly written for your convenience Skills Needed: This pattern is designed for knitters who are comfortable with the basics. You’ll need to know how to cast on and off, knit, purl, perform yarn over increases, slip stitches, and decreasing (k2tog). The necessary tools include knitting needles, yarn, stitch markers, scissors, and a large-eye sewing needle for weaving in ends. An optional row counter is recommended for keeping track of your progress. Pattern Info: The Oceania shawl uses heavy worsted or aran weight yarn, requiring approximately 640 yards (585 meters) of yarn. You will need 5.5mm (US 9) needles to achieve the perfect gauge. Once blocked, the dimensions of the shawl will be approximately 14 inches by 54 inches. The lace pattern consists of a 12-row repeat, with all wrong side rows remaining consistent, making this project easily manageable. As always, pattern support is readily available via email, ensuring that you have assistance every step of the way. Embark on your knitting journey with the Oceania Lace Shawl and create a stunning piece that embodies the serenity of the ocean. Whether you wear it, wrap it, or gift it, this versatile shawl will quickly become a cherished addition to your wardrobe.