Optical Illusions Shawl by Afifa

Optical Illusions Shawl

by Afifa
Knitting
November 2021
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
20 stitches and 32 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette
US 5 - 3.75 mm
1100 yards (1006 m)
One size. 73 inch wingspan, 28 inch depth.
English
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This engaging shawl design uses traditional pi shaping combined with short row striping to create an accessory with incredible drape and wearability.

Yarn: Approx 87 yards/20grams each of 13 colors of fingering weight yarn. Shown in Forbidden Fiber Co. Fortitude - The 13 Days of Halloween mini set.

Size: One size. 73 inch wingspan, 28 inch depth.

Needles: US size 5/3.75mm 24 inch or longer circulars. (This pattern is worked back and forth, a circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of stitches)

Notions: Scrap yarn, tapestry needle.

Gauge: 20 stitches by 32 rows is 4 inches in stockinette on US 5s/3.75mm needles. Gauge is not critical for this project.