Note that the first three photos show the shawl knit with Sea Algae Silk by Studio Roots. You can purchase this yarn by sending a private message with custom color request for the Thai Tropics shawl to J.M. Blokland on Facebook - or by sending a message on Ravelry to jokeblokland.

You find palm trees everywhere in Thailand, from the sea to the mountains, and the landscapes are a lush green throughout the year.

I decided to incorporate these elements in the design of a lace knit shawl that’s a suitable accessory in the tropics year-round, and for spring and summer in less tropical climes.

The second shawl shown is knit in 100% linen (3 skeins in color 03) and features a panel of palm fronds and a panel of palm leaves, set against a background of open lacework.

Dimensions after blocking: 22x60”/56x152.5cm

I’d consider this an intermediate level pattern and look forward to feedback from those of you who give it a try. Happy knitting!

Note: updated pattern released 22 Aug 2021