Why the Sea is Salt by Caitlin Cieslewska

Why the Sea is Salt

Knitting
February 2015
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
19 stitches and 33 rows = 4 inches
in Garter Stitch
US 6 - 4.0 mm
800 - 850 yards (732 - 777 m)
65” wingspan x 28” at deepest point
English
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Inspired by the sea, this top down shawl features two-color garter stitch, intarsia, and beaded lace. The center panel represents a fishing net, covered in spray; the lace the waves; and the border the foam.

Pattern is charted only.

What you’ll need:
Yarn:
Color A: 1 skein (400 yds/100g) of fingering weight yarn- a subtle variegated works well for this color. I used Haldecraft Handdyed Tiptree in Why the Sea is Salt
Color B: 1 skein (400 yds/100g) of fingering weight yarn in a solid color that goes well with color A. I used Haldecraft Handdyed Tiptree in The Emperor’s New Yarn
1 pair of size 6 (4mm) circular needles
1 size 8 (5mm) DPN (for binding off)
1 size 12 (1.00mm) steel crochet hook or other preferred tool for placing beads
105g or approx. 1300 size 6/0 seed beads
Darning Needle
Stitch Markers
Gauge is not critical for this pattern. Choose a needle size that gives you a fabric that makes you happy. However, a drastically larger or smaller gauge will affect how quickly you use up your yarn.

This pattern is currently being test knit. Until test knitting is complete, the pattern is being offered for half price.