This is the epic heirloom project you’ve been waiting for.

My sister Jenni’s sewing projects are elaborate. Think lush velvet renaissance gowns, extravagant silk tailcoats and bustled wedding dresses. So when she told me she was getting married I knew the clothes would be incredible, and, after sewing my own embellished bridesmaid gown, I set about designing an elegant shawl to complete the look. I collaborated with Gauge Dye Works to make yarn with a stunning blue gradient and floral pink that perfectly matches the embroidery on my dress and reflects the floral garden theme of Jenni’s wedding. When you wrap this exquisite heirloom around your shoulders, you’ll feel the cozy sense of accomplishment that comes from knitting something spectacular.

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Sizes & Finished Dimensions

Small Version(Large Version)

Wingspan: 58(74) in/147.5(188) cm

Yarn

Yarn quantities are approximate.

Small Version(Large Version)

Main Colour (Blue Gradient): 800(1200) yd /732(1100) m Worsted weight yarn

Contrast Colour 1 (Flowers Gradient): 75(100) yd /70(92) m Worsted weight yarn

Contrast Colour 2 (Leaves): 20(30) yd /18(27) m Worsted weight yarn

Shown in Gauge Dye Works Merino Worsted CLASSIC (100% superwash Merino wool; small skein: 215 yd/197 m per 115 g/4 oz skein; large skein: 323 yd/296 m per 170g/6 oz skein)

1 Small or Large Garden Wedding Shawl Set

Blocked Gauge

Gauge measurement should be taken after blocking.

22 sts/29 rows = 4 in/10 cm in Cable-and-Lace Pattern and Colourwork motif

Needles

Needle Sizes are recommendations only. Always use needle size necessary to obtain gauge.

Suggested Size US 7/4.5 mm needles 

Notions

cable needle, tapestry needle, stitch markers, blocking wires, pins, and pinnable surface

Skills

Working cables, lace and colourwork from charts, increasing on RS and WS rows, working colourwork on both RS and WS rows (knitting and purling in colourwork).

I consider this an advanced level pattern. 

Tutorials

• How to catch colourwork floats on
  right side and wrong side rows:
  andrearangel.com/tutorial-blog/2017/6/6/catching-floats-in-colorwork

• Working cables without a cable needle: andrearangel.com/tutorial-blog/cabling-without-a-cable-needle

• Knitting colourwork with two hands:
  andrearangel.com/tutorial-blog/2019/4/23/knitting-colorwork-with-two-hands

Pattern Notes

• Shawl is worked from the top centre out, beginning with a garter tab. 
• The cable, lace, and colourwork motifs are charted only. There are no line-by-line written instructions.
• The colourwork is worked back and forth in rows, not in the round, so purling in colourwork is necessary.

FAQ

• Should I knit the small or large shawl?

If you want a big kerchief-style wrap, the small shawl is perfect. The larger version covers my arms to my wrists if I drape it around my shoulders and I’m about 5’5”/165 cm tall. See the photos labeled large and small to see what this looks like.

• Are there written line-by-line instructions or just charts?

The cable, lace, and colourwork motifs are charted only, not written. I worked hard to make the charts amazing to work with, so much so that my preview tester Laura sent me an email that said, “Wow. Best. Charts. Ever.”

• Are there tutorial videos to help me?

See Tutorials above for videos on knitting colourwork, catching floats, and cabling without a cable needle.

• How hard are the cables and lace?

Having motifs that are both cables and lace at the same time makes the pattern spicy, but my testers told me it’s really fun and I found it to be engaging. Be prepared for it to be slower than working plain Stockinette because this kind of glamour isn’t quick. Here are ten ways I made this pattern enjoyable to make.

• Can I substitute a different yarn?

Catherine at Gauge Dye Works created the gradient sets for this pattern to be a perfect match. The pattern includes information on using the Gauge Dye Works yarn or another yarn that works with the given gauge. If you want to substitute, choose a tightly-plied worsted spun yarn with a nice round shape to make your cables and lace pop. I recommend wool.

• Can I get a discount?

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• Are there any other colour options from Gauge Dye Works?

This pattern was inspired by the bridesmaid gown I sewed for my sister’s wedding, so we’ve started with just the one colourway for now. Here’s my blog post about my inspiration.

When you cast on this enchanting knitting project, you’ll be delighted by the intricate motifs, enjoy the confidence that comes from taking on a creative challenge, and admire your skills at creating something so elaborate. Add it to your cart to start on your enthralling journey.

“All the time you take to explain the pattern up front is awesome and I love things like printing instructions. I love the details that you always include about working with Gauge Dye Works wool as well. I have knit a ton of your collaborations already and love every single one. The patterns are unique, engaging and the wool is always amazing.”  -- Natalie