Gossamer is a generously sized triangular wrap worked with two contrasting weight yarns that alternate between sheer and solid stripes. A delicate lace weight is used throughout the entire project while three shades of a DK weight yarn are added and held together with the lace in sections, creating interesting textures.

The thicker yarn gives the wrap beautiful drape while the lace gives it overall structure and gossamer transparency. To make the most of the contrast between the different colors and thicknesses of the yarns, only the most basic of stitches are used throughout, making this a quick-to-knit and beginner-friendly project.

To customize the look of your shawl, you can choose subtle tonal colors similar to the original or select your favorite bright colors full of contrast; so pick your favorite colors and have fun - the world is your oyster.

Gossamer kits are now available directly from Miss Babs - so many gorgeous colors to choose from!

Yarn
Miss Babs Moonglow
72% Kid Mohair, 28% Silk; 435 yd/1.7 oz (400 m/50 g) skeins
MC: 2 skeins, shown in Forever
and
Miss Babs Yowza Mini
100% Superwash Merino Wool; 200 yd/2.8 oz (182 m/80 g) skeins
C1: 1 skein, shown in Sparkling Stream (light)
C2: 1 skein, shown in Tranquil Waters (medium)
C3: 1 skein, shown in Wide River (dark)
Or approximately 790 yards/723 meters of lace weight yarn in main color and three contrasting colors of DK weight:
190 yards/174 meters of DK weight yarn in first contrasting color, 170 yards/156 meters of DK weight yarn in second
contrasting color and 170 yards/156 meters of DK weight yarn in third contrasting color.

Finished Measurements
Wingspan: 90”/225 cm
Depth: 32”/80 cm

Needles
US 7 4.5 mm circular needle 24”/60 cm or longer to accommodate large number of stitches, or size to obtain gauge
US 8 5.0 mm needle for bind off only, or one size larger than needle used to obtain gauge.

Gauge
Blocked: 18 stitches and 28 rows = 4”/10 cm square
in stockinette stitch holding lace and DK weight yarns
together.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knit.

10 September 2023 - error in the Set Up section corrected and pdf update sent for Row 3: K2, sm, (k-yo-k), k2, sm, k1, (k-yo-k), sm, k2 4 stitches increased. 13 stitches.

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