This top down shawl is shaped with yarn overs to create a semi-circular shape. Garter stitch short rows are worked to add length to the wingspan and they form sleek wedges that increase in size. An I-cord bind off is worked with a contrast color for a smooth finished edge.
Sizes: Small (Large)
Finished Measurements: 26 (27)“ / 66 (69)cm from CO to BO, 64 (71)” / 163 (180)cm wingspan
Yarn: Fingering (Heavy Worsted)
Yardage: Color A - 875 (690)yds / 800 (631)m
Color B - 45 (35)yds / 41 (32)m
Needles: 40” US 6 (10.5) / 4 (6.5)mm circular
Gauge: 22 (13) sts & 44 (26) rows = 4” / 10cm in garter stitch
Note that if you substitute a bulky yarn, you will need more yardage. If you substitute a worsted or DK yarn, you will use less yardage.