前門| ZENMON : Japanese (Romaji) for (n) front gate.

Japanese temple gates provide the design inspiration for this seamless wrap. The isosceles trapezium of the body of the shawl represents the perspective of tall gates, whilst the mitred ribbed edging frames three sides of this stunning piece. Perfect for wrapping around your shoulders as a shawl or pinning close to your neck for cosy warmth.
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Construction Notes
Shawl begins with a provisional cast on. It is worked flat lengthwise with short row shaping to create the isosceles trapezium shape. Stitches are picked up along the narrow end and both long sides of the shawl to work 3 sides with 2x2 Rib edging to finish.

Size
Overall Length 64 in / 160cm
Narrow end 13 in / 33cm
Wide end 24 in / 61cm

Yarn
MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran (100% Extrafine Merino; 87yds / 80m / 50g); Colour Slate. 10 skeins.

Yardage
870yds/800m

Needles
2 x 5mm (US8) 60” /150cm circular needles (or needle to obtain gauge)
2 x 6mm (US10) 60” /150cm circular needles (or needle to obtain gauge)

Note: long circular needles are recommended given the large numbers of live stitches on the needles.

Gauge
18 stitches and 24 rows in 4”/10cm Stocking Stitch, using smaller 5.0mm needle, washed and blocked flat
18 stitches and 26 rows in 4” / 10cm in 2x2 Rib, using larger 6.0mm needle, washed and blocked, unstretched

Other
Cord/slippery thread or waste yarn
5mm Crochet Hook
Stitch Markers x 2
Tapestry Needle

Skill Level
Advanced Beginner to Intermediate