Named for the infamous Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland, the Basalt Steps Shawl integrates cables to create a minimalist, modern knitwear accessory.

This worsted-weight shawl is a sideways-knit asymmetrical pattern with increases placed on one edge, and two-stitch borders on both edges.

Both written and chart instructions are included.

Note: if you are a KU subscriber, you can, at this time, obtain this pattern for free!

Additional specs:
Notions:

• Cable needle
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle
• Blocking pins/wires (optional, but recommended)

Final measurement, as pictured:

• Top/long edge, 63”
• Bottom/cabled edge, 55”
• Border/bind-off edge, 38”

Skills/techniques:

• Cables
• Elongated stitch (explained in text & glossary)
• Increases