Sveinstekksfoss Stole
About this Shawl Design: This beautiful shawl is intricately inspired by the stunning Sveinstekksfoss waterfall in Iceland. The unique stitch pattern used for the borders evokes the image of rocks protruding from the waterfall's flowing rivulets, making it a perfect representation of the majestic northern landscape. This design captures the essence of Icelandic nature, bringing a piece of the waterfall's beauty directly into your knitting project.
Pattern Release Information: This pattern is the first release in the highly anticipated Northern Landscape collection, part 3. For more details about the entire collection and to explore other breathtaking designs inspired by nature, please scroll to the end of the notes.
Skills Required: This shawl pattern is perfect for adventurous knitters! You should be comfortable *working cables*, *creating lace patterns*, and *performing increases and decreases*. Familiarity with *charts and written instructions* is also necessary, as well as the ability to block the finished piece for optimal results.
Finished Size (blocked): The shawl measures approximately 15.75 (20.5)“/40 (52) cm wide by 65.5 (76.5)”/166.5 (208) cm long, providing a generous wrap that is both stylish and functional.
Additional Tools Needed: To successfully complete this shawl, you will need the following tools: *9 stitch markers*, a *cable needle*, a *tapestry needle*, and *T-pins* for blocking. Blocking wires are optional but recommended for a polished finish.
Yarn Requirements: This shawl requires approximately 1,000 (1,475) yards/914 (1,349) meters of DK weight silk/wool blend yarn, which should knit up to a gauge of 5.5 sts/inch. The luxurious blend will ensure your finished shawl is both warm and comfortable, ideal for any season.
Yarn Suggested: The shawl sample was created using Elsbeth Lavold ‘Silky Wool’, which contains 192 yards/176 meters of 45% wool, 35% silk, and 20% nylon per skein (3.53 oz/50 grams). For size Large, you'll need 7 skeins of the color 178 Scarlet to bring this stunning piece to life.
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