I named this shawl Astoria because this is where my knitting obsession began. Years ago, before life became so hectic with all of our responsibilities, I used to go on girls getaway trips with a group of my high school friends. In 2008, our trip took us to the beautiful Oregon coastline where we all decided to learn something new. One of my friends suggested knitting so we all signed up for a knitting class in a cute little yarn shop in Astoria, Oregon. I can remember the pure joy and relaxation I felt as I pulled each stitch through the loop with my needles. I designed Astoria to reflect the comfort and relaxation while being surrounded by my friends that I remember fondly when I think back to that day.

Finished Measurements
68” (172.8 cm) across top by 33.5” (85.1 cm) deep

Materials
Approx. 1,110 yds (1,015 m) total of fingering weight yarn in two colors:
Main Color (MC): approx. 740 yds (677 m)
Contrasting Color (CC): approx. 370 yds (338 m)
I used Barrett Wool Co. Home fingering weight (3.53 oz/100 g, 370 yds/338 m, 100% American
Wool); MC: 2 skeins in the color Field; CC: 1 skein in the color Ellie Gray
US size 6 4.25 mm 40” circular needle or longer
Tape measure or ruler
Tapestry needle
Stitch markers
Waste yarn

Gauge
22 sts and 30 rows = 4” 10 cm in st st, blocked.
To save time, take time to check your gauge.

I would like to give credit and thanks to my wonderful Tech Editor, dedicated testers and photographer who helped me to publish this pattern! I could not have done this without this team of wonderful knitters!

Tech Editor: Yvonne Poon (gamerbabeknitter on Ravelry)
Pattern Testers: Ayala120, svetula27 and ladywingdesigns
Photographer: Lola Kelley