The Cyrus shawl is a triangle worked from the top edge down toward the center point. Every right-side row increases by 4 stitches, one on either side of the spine and one at each edge. An applied edge in a contrasting color is worked along all sides to create an elegant and modern look.

The inspiration for the Cyrus Shawl started with color. I have always loved the combination of purple and gold. When researching the color purple, I learned that purple’s ties to royalty trace back to the ancient world, most notably the Persian king Cyrus. In that period and locale, purple dye was sourced from sea snails and was exorbitantly expensive. In fact, a pound of purple wool cost more than most people made in a year. Of course, feel free to knit your Cyrus shawl in any colors your heart desires!

I hope you enjoy this pattern. I’d love to see your shawl! Please find me on Ravelry or Instagram and use hashtags #cyrusshawl and #clairetheobaldknits and tag me @clairetheobaldknits. This pattern has been edited by a TKGA Certified Tech Editor, but if you think you may have found an error in the pattern, or if you have comments or a question, please DM me.

Dimensions
Wingspan approx: 62”/157.5 cm
Depth approx: 30”/76 cm

Level
Intermediate

Materials
Sport weight wool
MC: 815 yards/747 meters
CC: 181 yards/166 meters
Plus more for swatching
Suggested yarn: Quince & Co. Chickadee (181 yd 166m/50g). 100% American wool. Frank’s Plum (MC): 5 hanks. Honey (CC): 1 hank

Needles
U.S. Size 6 (4mm) 40”/100cm circulars
OR needle size needed to match gauge

Gauge
Approx 22.5 sts and 36 rows = 4”/10cm after blocking
Note: meeting exact gauge is not critical for this project, but differences may effect finished dimensions and yardage

Tools
Blunt tapestry needle; scissors; stitch markers; tape measure/ruler