Inspired by the incredible people at Montana Raptor Conservation Center in Bozeman, Montana, this shawl features relaxing garter stitch sections separated by a simple lace motif that is reminiscent of feathers. The pattern is named after a permanent resident at MRCC, Chaco, a Swainson’s Hawk.

From April 2023 - May 2023, 20% of all profits from this pattern will be donated to the Montana Raptor Conservation Center to help them continue their important work.

To learn more about them, visit: www.montanaraptor.org
To see a photo of Chaco, visit their website, select “Education”, and then select “Education Birds”.

Size: One size

Finished Measurements: Wingspan: 65 inches/165 centimeters
Depth: 36.5 inches/92.75 centimeters

Gauge: 23 sts x 33 rows = 4”/10cm in Garter Stitch
Measured after blocking using MC fingering weight yarn

Needles: US5/3.75mm on 32” circulars or whatever needed to obtain gauge

Yarn: MC: 460 yards (1 skein) of Western Sky Knits, Aspen Sock in colorway “Birch Bark”
CC: 360 yards (1 skein) of Malabrigo Sock in colorway “Chocolate Amargo”
or fingering weight yarns of your preference!

Notions: Stitch Markers, tapestry needle, scissors, row counter (encouraged)