Ripen

Ripen is a stunning one-skein shawl pattern that features a beautiful leafy edging and an intricate all-around lace border. This shawl is expertly knit in one continuous piece from side to side, making it a rewarding project for knitters looking to refine their skills. Crafted using a vibrant spice-colored yarn, Ripen can also include optional bead details, allowing you to add a touch of elegance. With its unique design, Ripen helps you cherish the last remnants of autumn's rustling leaves, perfect for keeping you cozy as winter settles in.

Required Skills:
To successfully create the Ripen shawl, you should possess skills in working with intermediate lace patterns from charts, performing increases and decreases, executing double decreases, and handling knit-and-purl patterning on wrong-side rows. Optional bead placement can be done using a crochet hook for those wanting to add a bit of sparkle.

Gauge:
Achieve a gauge of 22 stitches and 32 rows = 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch after blocking to ensure your shawl maintains its intended shape and size.

Sizes:
This pattern offers one size but is easily customizable with clear instructions provided.

Finished Measurements:
- Length: 19” (48.5 cm)
- Width: 45” (114 cm)

Yarn:
For the Ripen shawl, you will need 1 skein of Rocky Mountain Dyeworks Bow Falls Fingering, made from 100% superwash Blue Faced Leicester (430 yards/393 meters, 3.5 oz/100 g), in the stunning colorway Falling Leaves.

Needles/Hooks:
You will require US 3 (3.25 mm) circular needles, 24” in length, or the size needed to achieve the correct gauge. Additionally, you will need a US 11/12 (1 mm) crochet hook, or one that fits through the beads if you choose to incorporate them.

Whether you are a seasoned knitter or an adventurous beginner, the Ripen shawl pattern promises to be a delightful and fulfilling project that captures the essence of fall. Create your own masterpiece and let this shawl be a cherished accessory for crisp winter days!