The generous dimensions of my all-season Flossie stole serve the wearer well – as a neck wrap fending winter winds or around the shoulders for gentler breezes. Answering my search for a simple yet interesting lace, is this 11-stitch by 20-row repeat of Zigzag Vine (actually 10 rows twice, with the second set duplicating the first in the opposite direction). Briefly trimmed with Garter stitch, you’ll find this to be an enjoyable project to make, suitable for most knitters, and luxurious to wear.

MATERIALS
Yarn
Shown in Venezia worsted by Cascade Yarns (70% merino wool, 30% silk; 218 yds per 100 g skein); color: Orchid Haze #177; 4 skeins, or for comparable yarn, approximately 875 yds/ 800 m.

Needles
US8 (5.0mm) or size to obtain gauge
• 1 24”/ 60 cm circular or 1 pair straight

Notions
• Stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

GAUGE (after blocking)
• 20 sts and 26 rows = 4”/ 10.2 cm in Stockinette
• 16 sts and 21 rows = 4”/ 10.2 cm in Zigzag Vine Lace

SKILLS REQUIRED
Long-tail CO, decreasing (ssk, k2tog), increasing (yo), and blocking.

4 page pdf includes pattern instructions, photographs, lace pattern description and chart, and definitions for relevant abbreviations.