Oceano Shawl
This shawl was inspired by the ocean and summer, by tropical fish and deep blue waters. The shawl is asymmetrical and has a lovely lacy border that mimics ocean waves. I used two different colors that represented the water and all the ocean life with its beautiful bright, mesmerizing colors. To end the shawl off I added a bit of a lace mesh, which breaks the monotony of stockinette stitch and adds the perfect airy texture for a summer shawl.
Materials
3 ¾ mm (5 US) / 32” circular needles
6 ½ mm (6.5 US) / 32” circular needles (to bind off)
115g – 420 yards/384 metres – WN Yarns Merino Sock yarn (80% merino super wash/20% nylon) in the color Navy (Color A) (approx 352 yards used)
115g – 378 yards/345 metres – WN Yarns Merino, Cashmere, Nylon Sock yarn (80% merino super wash/10% nylon/10% cashmere) in the color Green and Sheen (Color B) (approx 366 yards used)
Stitch markers
Extra yarn in a contrasting color for a lifeline
Level
Intermediate beginner
Gauge
Measured over stockinette stitch after blocking – 21 sts and 36 rows 4in/10cm
Final shawl measurements: 71” by 58”
** Gauge is not important for the shawl, although keep in mind your gauge will determine the amount of yarn you require for the shawl.
