Balance as a shawlette draws on the idea of duality and perceived imbalance, whilst showing that all our varied differences make completeness and balance. With it we’re celebrating and fighting for queer joy. Using sets of eyelets to symbolise difference, and copying them on each side as if in a flip of a coin, or a look in the mirror, these disparate parts make a whole.

This Shawlette is designed as part of Crafting Queer Future, every sale for the month of July 2023 will go to the Crafting Queer Future Crowdfunder stated organisations. With 40% of the purchase price going forward after July 2023 being committed to direct mutual aid.

Measurements

Wingspan 192 cm / 75”

Depth 11”

Yarn

Using 2 skeins of Kaleidoscope on Tabby DK/Sport weight yarn 250m (274yds)/100g from Kitty Pride Yarns 100% Superwash Merino.

A wool yarn with good spring and recovery of similar weight would be a suitable substitute. Using between 375m(411yds) - 425m(466yds)

Needles

4.5mm/ US 7 circular needle, 40cm- 60cm long or needles to obtain gauge.

Gauge

18 sts x 32 rows in garter stitch blocked

Gauge isn’t critical for this project but a different gauge will impact the finished size and the yarn required. You can also choose to use a different weight yarn for this project but please note that you may require more or less yarn.