The Mermaids' Garden Shawl

Embark on an enchanting journey under the sea with the captivating Mermaids' Garden shawl! This exquisite shawl is perfect for both seasoned knitters and those looking to dive into new skills. Its stunning design evokes the vibrant colors and magical essence of the ocean, making it a delightful addition to your knitting collection.

Dimensions: The long edge of the Mermaids' Garden shawl measures approximately 76” / 190 cm, while its widest point reaches about 28” / 70 cm deep. This generously sized shawl offers both style and warmth, ideal for wrapping around yourself on chilly evenings or showcasing as a statement piece in any outfit.

Yarn Selection: To create this breathtaking shawl, you will need two 100-gram skeins of fingering or sock yarn, both in the same colorway. The sample was crafted using a highly variegated yarn from Lofty Loops called “Bunny Slope,” which captures that dreamy, mermaid-like vibe. However, this versatile pattern will also shine beautifully in a solid or tonal yarn, allowing every intricate stitch to be clearly visible.

Skills to Have (or Enjoy Learning): This shawl pattern is designed for knitters ready to enhance their abilities. Skills required include knit, purl, k2tog (knit two together), p2tog (purl two together), ssk (slip, slip, knit), kfb (knit front and back) or pfb (purl front and back), and yo (yarn over). The stitch patterns are detailed and user-friendly, featuring clear row-by-row instructions to guide you through the process.

A heartfelt thank you to the talented test knitters and my dedicated tech editor, who helped identify any errors and ensure that this pattern is presented in a clear and understandable manner. Any remaining errors are entirely my own. If you have any questions or need support while working on this pattern, please don't hesitate to reach out via the email address provided in the pattern.

Lastly, a special thank you to Raveler katwmn1 for graciously allowing me to share her stunning photographs of the Mermaids' Garden shawl. Dive into your knitting adventure with this unique pattern and bring the magic of the ocean into your creations!