Sentimental Journeys
My Sentimental Journeys, named so because that's clearly what I'm on – are 3 asymmetrical shawls, each worked with fingering weight wool/silk blend yarn in a comfortable, contemplative, easy-to-remember lace. I deemed wingspans to be perfect at 72-77" (182.9-195.6 cm) – a length wearable as both scarf or wrap – but should you feel otherwise, each is easily modified to accommodate your preference. All are worked from tip to generous ribbing at their bind off end. Yarn-over increases are made on every right-side row within ribbed edge boundaries until desired depth is reached. Enjoy!
MATERIALS
Yarn
Each of the 3 asymmetrical shawls is worked in Tern yarn by Quince & Co. (75% American wool / 25% silk; 221 yds / 202m per 50g skein)
Needles
US6 / 4.0mm or size to obtain gauge
• 1 24" / 60 cm circular to manage growing stitch count as work progresses
Notions
• Tapestry needle
• T-pins for blocking, blocking wires optional
GAUGE (after blocking)
22 sts and 34 rows = 4" / 10.2 cm in Stockinette stitch (given as gauge reference, not used in the pattern)
SKILLS REQUIRED
Long-tail cast on, decreasing (skp, k2tog), increasing (yo), and blocking.
14 page PDF includes pattern instructions, photographs, schematics, instructional links, and definitions for relevant abbreviations.
You'll find this pattern for sale on Ravelry (see shawl-specific details below).
Sentimental Journey I
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
77" / 195.6 cm wingspan by 35½" / 90.2 cm depth at off-center spine
MATERIALS
Yarn
Shown in Tern yarn by Quince & Co.,
color – Columbine #403; 6 skeins, or for comparable yarn, approximately 1130 yds / 1033 m.
GAUGE (after blocking)
20.6 sts and 28 rows = 4" / 10.2 cm in Openwork Rib Lace pattern
Sentimental Journey II
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
76" / 193 cm wingspan by 35" / 88.9 cm depth at off-center spine
MATERIALS
Yarn
Shown in Tern yarn by Quince & Co.,
color – Wheeler Bay #418; 5 skeins, or for comparable yarn, approximately 1020 yds / 933 m.
GAUGE (after blocking)
20.4 sts and 26.8 rows = 4" / 10.2 cm in 2X2 Rib Lace pattern
Sentimental Journey III
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS
72" / 182.9 cm wingspan by 32" / 81.3 cm depth at off-center spine
MATERIALS
Yarn
Shown in Tern yarn by Quince & Co.,
color – Kelp #409; 5 skeins, or for comparable yarn, approximately 1060 yds / 970 m.
GAUGE (after blocking)
22.4 sts and 29.6 rows = 4" / 10.2 cm in Imitation Embroidery Lace pattern