Yemaya Shawl

Introducing the Yemaya Shawl, a captivating asymmetrical triangular wrap designed for knitters seeking the ultimate bohemian shawl experience. This exquisite pattern features a stunning mix of gradient skeins adorned with intricate stripes and beautiful lace detailing, making it a perfect project for those looking to elevate their knitting repertoire. Yemaya offers multiple wearing possibilities, allowing you to style it in various ways to suit your wardrobe and personal flair.

While Yemaya is specifically crafted to showcase a gradient yarn, this versatile shawl also shines when combined with speckled, variegated, or semi-solid yarns. Choose your two contrasting skeins to create a unique piece that reflects your individual style. The Yemaya Shawl is proudly featured as the third pattern in the 2016 Chroma Collection, a series celebrated for its artistic designs and engaging knitting techniques.

This pattern includes both charted and written instructions, ensuring a seamless knitting experience for intermediate level lace enthusiasts. With clear guidance, even those with moderate experience can confidently tackle this stunning project.

YARN REQUIREMENTS: For the Yemaya Shawl, you’ll need Fingering Weight / 4-ply yarn. The yarn amounts required are as follows: Main Colour (MC): 382 yards / 349 meters; Contrasting Colour 1 (CC1): 382 yards / 349 meters; Contrasting Colour 2 (CC2): 382 yards / 349 meters. The sample featured showcases MC using Gradient Yarn MCN Sock Yarn (80% Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Nylon, 382 yards / 349 meters per 100 grams) in the Deep Dark Ocean colorway. Contrasting Colour 1 is sourced from Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light (100% Merino, 420 yards / 384 meters per skein), in the Silver Fox shade, while Contrasting Colour 2 comes from Angie’s Studio Yarn, a 4-ply Fingering Weight (Superfine Australian Merino, 437 yards / 400 meters per 100 grams) in Dark Grey.

Embrace the world of texture and color by knitting the Yemaya Shawl, a delightful project that marries creativity with skill. Whether gifting it or wearing it yourself, this shawl will undoubtedly make a statement wherever you go. Start your knitting journey today and immerse yourself in the beautiful art of shawl making!