Worked from the center out, the Dark Lotus Shrug is a delicate cover-up featuring an intricate flower medallion. The body and sleeves are finished with a lace rib. A special bind off on the body makes a delicate ruffle and provides a very stretchy opening. Stitch patterns are charted.

MATERIALS
Unplanned Peacock Studio Peacock Sock (75% merino 25% nylon, 460 yds/421 m per 100 g skein); Iris, 1 (1, 2, 2, 2) skeins.
Approximate yardage needed:
320 (385, 455, 535, 615) yards

NEEDLES
US #5/3.75 mm 16”, 24” circular needles and set of dpns

NOTIONS REQUIRED
fingering weight waste yarn
tapestry needle to weave in ends
stitch markers

SKILLS REQUIRED
provisional cast on
working in the round
ability to read a chart
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sl1, k2tog, psso
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