Summer Moonrise Shawl
If you're looking for a beautiful and lightweight crescent shawl pattern, you've come to the right place! This design is crafted specifically for knitting enthusiasts who wish to use two skeins of high-quality fingering weight yarn. With various lace elements woven throughout, the yarn overs create a stunning, flowing texture that you'll love to wear or gift to someone special.
This crescent shawl pattern is perfect for knitters at different skill levels, as it guides you through the use of two distinct yarn colors, labeled as Color A and Color B. You can easily follow the instructions as I’ve indicated when to switch between the two colors, adding a vibrant touch to your finished piece. After you complete the shawl and bind off, consider adding delightful small tassels along the bottom edge for an extra flair! Although this step is optional, I’ve included a helpful link to a video tutorial that walks you through the process of making these charming embellishments.
MATERIALS
- 587 total yards (537m/158g) of fingering weight yarn. For this pattern, I used the luxurious 80/20 sock yarn from Leo and Roxy in the stunning colors: purple haze and almost blue.
- Color A (purple haze): 245 yds/224m/66g
- Color B (almost blue): 342 yds/312m/92g
- Additional yarn for tassels (optional)
- US 4 (3.5mm) circular needles with a 40” cord or longer
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
- Blocking mat to help shape your shawl
- Blocking pins for securing the shawl during the blocking process
This crescent shawl pattern not only allows you to express your creativity through various stitches, but it also enables you to experiment with color combinations that showcase your personal style. Whether you prefer subtle tones or bold contrasts, the choice is entirely yours! Dive into this easy-to-follow pattern and bring your dream shawl to life today.
