When he reached the moon

Introducing "When He Reached the Moon," a stunning top-down triangular lace shawl that features an array of intricate lace patterns to keep your knitting journey engaging and enjoyable. This exquisite shawl, worked in a luxurious mohair at a loose gauge, is not only incredibly warm but also light as a cloud. Its generous size makes it perfect for snuggling into whenever you seek a bit of comfort. Alternatively, you can create this piece in smooth yarn, using the same or a tighter gauge, to achieve a beautifully different texture. This pattern draws its inspiration from the mesmerizing song, “When I Reached the Moon” by Morten Harket, one of my all-time favorites. As all my designs are accompanied by his soulful melodies, it was only fitting to name this shawl after one of his beautiful songs.

The "When He Reached the Moon" pattern has undergone professional tech-editing and has been thoroughly test-knit to ensure clarity and ease of use. It’s perfect for knitters looking to expand their skills and create a breathtaking lace accessory.

Skills Needed: This pattern requires the ability to knit through the back loop (K-tbl), yarn overs (yo), and perform multiple stitch decreases including knit two together (k2tog), slip slip knit (ssk), and a special stitch technique (s2tog-k1-p2sso).

Gauge: For the beige and green sample, the gauge is 14 stitches and 30 rows equaling 10 cm on 4 mm needles. For the turquoise and black sample, the gauge is 19 stitches and 32 rows equal to 10 cm on 3.25 mm needles.

Create your own enchanting shawl today and wrap yourself in warmth and beauty inspired by music! Perfect for advanced beginners and intermediate knitters, this pattern will guide you through each step to ensure a successful project. Whether for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, "When He Reached the Moon" is sure to become a cherished piece in any knitters' collection.