Little Sparrow Shawl by Kira Dulaney

Little Sparrow Shawl

Knitting
August 2012
Lace ?
21 stitches and 27 rows = 4 inches
in Little Sparrow Stitch, blocked
US 3 - 3.25 mm
700 yards (640 m)
38" wide at widest point, 19" long
English
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This whisper-light shawl drapes gracefully from the shoulders, with a pretty lace border radiating out from a simple textured yoke. The ¾-circle shape keeps it in place without the need for a pin. This is a deceptively simple design, with an intricate-looking result.

GAUGE
4” = 21 sts and 27 rows in Little Sparrow Pattern, blocked
4” = 26 sts and 44 rows in Loop Stitch, blocked
Note: yarns shown do not have recommended gauges, but knit at 24 sts to 4” in stocking stitch on size 3 needles.

FINISHED DIMENSIONS
Width: 38” at widest point
Length: 19”

MATERIALS
700 yards lace weight yarn
US 3 (3.25mm) 36” or longer circular needles or size needed to obtain gauge
yarn needle

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Purple shawl is knit in Teresa Ruch Designs Tencel 10/2