Diamond Days Shawl by Sarah Gomez

Diamond Days Shawl

Knitting
July 2016
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
22 stitches and 33 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
600 yards (549 m)
50″ wide and 25½” deep at center back
English

Large and small diamonds play together across this triangular shawl. The silk content in the ocean-blue yarn adds a luxurious drape and a slight sheen to the finished project.

Skill Level: Intermediate

Size: 50″ wide and 25½” deep at center back, relaxed after blocking.

Gauge: 22 sts and 33 rows = 4″ 10 cm in St st, relaxed after blocking.

Yarn: Cascade Yarns Heritage Silk (85% Superwash Merino Wool, 15% Mulberry Silk; 437 yards (400 meters)/100 grams): 5626 Turquoise, 2 skeins.

Needles: US size 5 (3.75 mm): 24″ or longer circular needle

Notions: Markers; US size F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook; tapestry needle.