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Cable and Lace Shawl and Afghan
This richly textured lace shawl has large diamonds, bobbles, lace and an embroidered embellishment. Don’t be deceived by the detailed nature of the finished shall -- all techniques used are easy and clearly described.
Available sizes are 22 inches wide (or multiples of 11 inches) by 72 inches long. The gray shawl pictured is 22 inches x 72 inches (56 cm x 183 cm). The red shawl is 44 inches by 72 inches (112 cm x 183 cm).
An afghan version can also be made which is 66” by 72” (168 cm x 183 cm)
Equipment needed:
- US Size 8 circular needle
- cable needle
- tapestry needle
- stitch holder (optional)
Materials:
Main color:
Shawl: 22” x 72” = 1450 yards (3680 m)
Shawl: 44” x 72” = 2900 yards (7400 m)
Afghan/Throw: 66” x 72” = 4300 yards (11000 m)
Contrast color (for the embroidered embellishments):
Shawl: 22” x 72” = 50 yards (127 m)
Shawl: 44” x 72” = 100 yards (254 m)
Afghan/Throw: 66” x 72” = 150 yards (381 m)
The instructions include a printable pdf chart and written instructions.
Skills required: ability to knit from a chart, knit, purl, basic cables, a bobble (which is described in the pattern, increases and decreases, a simple embroidery stitch (optional).
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- First published: November 2014
- Page created: November 23, 2014
- Last updated: March 23, 2023 …
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