Mokosh by Cindy Abernethy

Mokosh

Knitting
September 2011
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch after blocking
US 5 - 3.75 mm
62 inches x 22 inches blocked
English

Mokosh is the name of an ancient Slavic goddess associated with dispensing the water of life, shearing sheep, and spinning flax and wool. The pattern in this shawl reminds me of gentle ripples of water gliding towards shore and lapping eagerly against the sand. Worked from the center spine outwards to the tips, with the edging completed simultaneously with the body, this project flows quickly towards completion. A wonderful blending of wool and water that I think might suit Mokosh’s sensibilities.

About the book…

Ever wonder if Judy’s Magic Cast-On could be used outside of socks? Judy Becker shows five ways to use JMCO. Twenty-three patterns from twenty-one designers showcase each clearly illustrated technique. Adventurous knitters will find fun projects and a treasure map to explore.