Inspired by the powerful currents of the mighty Mississippi River, this crescent shaped shawl features undulating waves of garter stitch stripes, feather & fan, brioche, short rows, eyelets, and welts. Links to video tutorials are included for many of these techniques.

SIZE
S (M, L)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
Span: 46 (63, 80) inches
Height at center: 14 (21, 27) inches

GAUGE (after blocking)
26 sts/36 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch

MATERIALS
Fingering weight yarn:
A: 205 (420, 715) yds (light color for brioche)
B: 225 (450, 760) yds (welts & eyelets)
C: 155 (330, 575) yds (dark color for brioche)
Shown in size M using: Jems Luxe Fibers Luxe Sock 75% merino, 25% nylon; 463yds/423m per 100g skein; 1 skein each in The Primordials (A), Pink Sapphire (B), and Texas Wildflowers (C)
US #3/3.25mm circular needle, 24+ inches
Tapestry needle
31 (45, 59) stitch markers (optional)

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