Tuesday, September 26, 2006

Laura's Ruffled Shawl


Laura is always cold, so a scarf just wouldn't do. I made this lacy shawl for her in colors she likes. I love the ruffle. It's so simple.

Here's the pattern.

2 skeins Lion Brand Homespun
5 balls Moda Dea Kickx Yarn - Lucky
Size 12 circular knitting needle

Lace Pattern
Row 1 K1, *k2 tog, yo; rep from * to last stitch, k1.
Row 2 Knit.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for Lace Pattern
Ruffle
Cast on 96 sts. Knit 4 rows.
Body
Next Row (K3tog) across - 32 sts.
Work in Lace Pattern until piece measures 64" [162.5 cm] from beginning, end with a Row 2.
Ruffle
Next Row * K into front and back of st, yo; rep from * to last st, end k into front, back, and then front of last st - 96 sts.
Knit 4 rows. Bind off.

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