Droplet Shawl by Tracy Pipinich

Droplet Shawl

Knitting
April 2021
yarn held together
Fingering
+ DK
+ Lace
= DK (11 wpi) ?
16 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches
in Raised Rib
US 8 - 5.0 mm
1000 - 1200 yards (914 - 1097 m)
one size
English
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Different weights and textures in the same color-way flow together in structured rib stitches which expand into little droplets and then a delicate lace border.

The fingering and lace-weight are held together for the main body of the shawl, and the DK is used by itself for the lace border.

Yarn
Polka Dot Sheep Altitude (75% superkid mohair/25% silk; 460 yds/50 gm): 1 skein
Polka Dot Sheep Tenderfoot 80/20 (80% superwash merino/20% nylon; 400 yds/100 gm): 1 skein
Polka Dot Sheep Stumptown DK (100% superwash merino; 231 yds/ 100 gm): 1 skein.
Sample pictured in Crystal Park color- way

Needles and Notions
US size 8 (5mm) circular needle, 40” long
Tapestry needle

Gauge
Approx 16 sts and 26 rows in Raised Rib. Gauge is not terribly critical for this project.

Finished sample size
Approximately 66” wingspan, 21” deep at center.