Selin Shawl by Irene Lin

Selin Shawl

Knitting
February 2026
DK (11 wpi) ?
26 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch
US 4 - 3.5 mm
492 - 0 yards (450 - 0 m)
Free
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The Selin Shawl is a triangle shawl, knit sideways from tip to tip. Except for the edges, the entire scarf is worked in half fisherman’s rib. The rib pattern differs on each side; however, both sides are suitable to be worn as the right side.

Gauge / With 3.5 mm (US 4) needle:
26 sts x 32 rows = 10 x 10cm / 4 x 4” in stockinette stitch after blocking. (This is provided for knitters to make a swatch and to use it as a guideline when selecting yarn)
21 sts x 38 rows = 10 x 10 cm / 4 x 4” in half fisherman’s rib stitch after blocking

Since shawls are not as size-sensitive as fitted garments, small gauge differences usually do not matter. Feel free to use a yarn you enjoy.
In theory, this shawl can be worked in any yarn. However, half fisherman’s rib produces a thicker fabric than stockinette stitch. If a much heavier yarn is used, the fabric may become too thick for the
ends to tie as shown in the sample.

Finished measurements:
The finished shawl can be made in any size you prefer.
My sample measures 136 cm/53.5” from tip to tip and 38 cm/15” at the widest point.
If you would like the two ends to be long enough to tie in front, I recommend following my measurements as a reference.

Yarn:
Cardiff Cashmere, Classic, 100% Cashmere, 25g / 112m. No.709 LIFE: 4 Balls. Approx. 448m.

Needles:
3.5 mm (US 4)