pattern designed by Andrea Rangel (more info below)
Petal soft and oh-so cozy, Ume is a generous shawl with a sweet, snuggly drape. The pointed lace edging and cushy garter body are worked together end to end to create an elegant crescent shape. The lace directions are charted and written.
Finished Measurements:
Wingspan: 72 in/183 cm
Yarn
700 yd/640 m fingering weight yarn
Shown in Hazel Knits Artisan Sock (90% Merino, 10% Nylon; 400 yd/366 m per 120g skein) 2 skeins
Blocked Gauge
Gauge measurement should be taken after blocking.
16 sts/32 rows = 4 in/10 cm in Garter stitch
Needles & Notions
Needle Sizes are recommendations only. Always use needle size necessary to obtain gauge.
US #6/4.00 mm needle
stitch markers
tapestry needle
blocking pins
blocking wires (optional)
Skills
working lace from charted and/or written instructions, increasing and decreasing
Andrea Rangel knits, designs and teaches in Cowichan Bay, Canada. See more of her designs at www.andreaknits.com or visit her on Ravelry. Pattern support is happily and freely provided. andre@andreaknits.com