There’s always a bit of a thrill (and anxiety) when I put a new pattern out into the world, but this one has a special place in my heart. I’ve been really excited about this pattern for months.
Part of my excitement with this pattern is how flexible and easy to customize it is. All of the stitch counts play nicely with the increase rate, so you can switch between the different stitch patterns as you wish on any right side row. Want more lace? Some of my testers did that. Want to add a few more repeats to one of the slipped stitch patterns? Not a problem – some of my testers did that, too. You can easily make adjustments to alter the size or make best use of your available yarn.
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Details
Still Moon is a top-down crescent shaped shawl featuring lace and two different slipped stitch textures. It begins with a long provisional garter tab cast on and is shaped with two increases every right side row and four increases every wrong side row.
Both written and charted instructions are included, and there are two low vision accessible versions if you purchase through Payhip or Ravelry.
Sizes
Width: 72 (98) in. / 183 (249) cm
Depth: 13 (18.5) in. / 33 (47) cm
Yarn
463 (926) yards / 423 (847) meters of fingering weight yarn
Sample was made using 926 yards / 847 meters of Serendipitous Wool Vayu (75% SW Merino / 25% Nylon) in colorway Ancestors.
For substitutions, a yarn with good drape and stitch definition is recommended.
Needles
US 6 / 4mm circular needles with long cord to accommodate shawl at its widest. At least a 40″ / 102cm long cord is recommended.
Gauge
20 stitches and 22 rows in Slipped Stitch Columns (blocked)
The Slipped Stitch Columns pattern for swatching can be found on pg. 2 of pattern.
Gauge is not critical, but be aware that your gauge will affect the final dimensions of your shawl. Swatching is still recommended if only to ensure that you are happy with the fabric you’re creating, especially if you choose a different yarn weight.
Notions
Two stitch markers
Waste yarn and crochet hook (for provisional cast on)
Tapestry needle to weave in ends
(Optional) Pins or wires for blocking
Skills and Techniques
Lace: YO, K2tog, SSK, SK2P, KYOK
Additional skills: knit, purl, slipping stitches, provisional garter tab cast on, i-cord bind-off
My testers rated this pattern as Advanced Beginner or Intermediate.
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