Belarra takes its inspiration from the architectural qualities of ornamental grasses, which can grow to impressive sizes throughout the summer.

The simple lace and cable pattern increases in size to mimic the growth of the grass stalks and it ends in a more elaborate border (CHART ONLY). The border reflects not only the complex shapes of the seed heads, but also the sinuous movement of the grasses blowing in the wind.

The shawl is worked from the top, starting with a shallow section of stockinette short rows, down to the lace border. Beads are added throughout for a bit of sparkle and for additional texture (725 6/0 4.00 mm seed beads, optional).

finished measurements:
Wingspan: 54” / 137 cm
Length at center back: 23” / 58.5 cm
Measurements are after blocking.

suggested yarn:
3 skeins Halcyon Yarn 2/5 Gemstone Silk Yarn (260 yd / 238 m per 3 ½ oz / 100 g skein; 100% Silk) in #114

needles:
Size 6 US / 4 mm circular needle, 32” / 80 cm long
Size 8 US / 5 mm needles
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.

notions:
Stitch markers, 725 size 6/0 (4 mm) glass seed beads, size 0.75 mm crochet hook to fit through holes of beads, cable needle, tapestry needle, blocking pins

gauge:
22 sts and 28 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette stitch using size 6 US / 4 mm needles before blocking

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