Kashmiri Shawl Knitting Pattern Download

Europeans loved the beautiful shawls imported from Kashmir, but few people could afford them. This demand helped advance the Industrial Revolution: Scottish manufacturers in Paisley created cheaper alternatives on looms with Jacquard attachments. Our Kashmiri Shawl re-creates traditional Kashmiri designs with lace patterning. Designer: Lana Jois Difficulty: Intermediate Finished Size: 59 (73)" wide and 15 (24)" tall. Shawl shown measures 73". Specific Yarn Used: Anzula Cloud (80% merino,?10% cashmere, 10% nylon; 575 yd [525 m]/3 oz [100 g]): madam, 2 skeins. Needles: Size 5 (3.75 mm): 24" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. Notions: Markers (m); waste yarn for provisional CO; tapestry needle.? Gauge: 19 sts and 24 rows = 4" in lace patt. Notes: This shawl is worked back and forth in rows, starting with a provisional cast-on. When the shawl is complete, a lace border is worked at each end.?A circular needle is used to accommodate the large