This is a complete update of the Belon Shaw & Collar, which no longer exists!

This very wearable, yet sophisticated shawl is the result of a fairly simple garter and eyelet pattern. Add in German short rows to vary size and shape of individual Oyster Shells and the result is an Oyster Shell shaped shawl.

Belon always gets compliments because of the unique fit and surface interest; no one needs to know that it is also a pleasure to create. All you need is yarn.

The Narrow Belon gives all the knitting pleasure with a little less shape and a lot fewer stitches! Be sure to block either Belon to achieve maximum effect.

Both versions of Belon capture attention because of their delicate strength, whether you’re buying groceries or strolling along the Champs-Élysées!

moderate / eyelets, double-YOs, short rows

Sizes
Shawl Finished width at beginning (total) 20.5” / 52.1 cm
Shawl Finished length along outside edge 72” / 182.9 cm
Narrow Shawl Finished width at beginning (total) 12.375” / 31.4 cm
Narrow Shawl Finished length along outside edge 57.625” / 146.3 cm

Gauge
3.5 sts/in and 3.75 rows/in = 14 sts/4” and 15 rows/4” in Oyster Shell pattern

Needles
Size 6(4mm) ndls OR size to obtain gauge,

Supplies
Stitch markers, tapestry needle, extra needles for flexible long-tail CO. Optional for Narrow Belon: 117 or desired number of beads, sewing thread, needle suitable for beads. Beads needed for the Belon Shawl would be 135.

Yarn
Milky Way from Anzula Luxury Fibers, 80% Milk Protein, 20% Superwash Merino, 500 yds (457 m). WPI 19
1 skein each

As Shown
Shawl in Seaside using approximately 100g / 439 yds (401 m)
Narrow Shawl in Petunia using approximately 46g / 202 yds (185 m)

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