Water: it quenches, it cleans, and it soothes.

Whether it’s a river with a swift current, a great lake that challenges perspective, or an ocean that’s power is palpable, standing on the shore looking out is relaxing. Few things generate emotion quite like standing on the edge of a body of water. All at once, one is calm and invigorated by the water that contradicts itself between its power and the gentle lapping of the waves against shore.

An easy to remember pattern, and an easy to wear asymmetrical triangle, From the Shore captures the essence of the power that is the ocean. Calm spells of stockinette lay against waves of garter eventually meeting the shore, where oversized eyelets act as the rocks beneath your feet or the bubbles rippling against the surface. Wear it and feel as if you are standing on the shore.
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Yarn:
Approximately 627 metres/685 yards or 165g of fingering weight yarn. {Shown in Sweet Fiber Sweet Merino Lite in Sapphire}

Needles:
3.75mm/US 5 24”circular needle, or whatever is needed to reach gauge

Size:
One size, although easily customizable.

Finished measurements:
175cm/69” long and 89cm/35” deep, gently blocked

Notions:
Stitch markers, row counter, t-pins and/or other preferred tools for blocking

Skills required:
long tail cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, yarn overs to achieve oversized eyelets, increase stitches, and decrease stitches

Also included:
Suggestions of essential oils and yoga asana to help making knitting a mind/body holistic experience.

FYI:
Once you have rounded up your tools, you’re only going to need pages 3-6 to knit the shawl - the pattern itself is all there. If you’re printing a copy, you can save some bulk in your project bag, and just print those pages.

THIS PATTERN HAS BEEN TECH EDITED AND TESTED.
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Oodles of thanks to the following:

My mentor and phtographer: Sylvia McFadden (@softsweater). You continue to be so incredibly supportive and helpful. Thank you, love you, owe you!

My testers: Alex, Ashleigh, Cindy, Darcy, Debra, Jocelyn, Megan, Melissa, Myshell, and Natalia. Your constructive criticism, cheerleading, and time are invaluable to me. Thank you all! <3

My tech editors: Nicola Hodges (@tinyislandtextiles) and Josephine Kush (@josephinekush) for your attention to detail and support. Thank you ever so much!