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SIZE:

64.5” x 36.25” (164 cm x 92 cm), blocked; Size is adjustable.

MATERIALS:

Expression Fiber Arts Luster Sport Mini yarn

Shown in colors: Zodiac Hues Luster Sport Mini Kit 175 yds/160 m per skein (2100 yds/1920 m per 12-skein kit)

If those colors aren’t available, any from this category will work.

NEEDLE:

US 3 (3.25 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge, circulars preferred to hold all the stitches and size 12 (1.0 mm) steel crochet hook (optional for beading)

SKILL LEVEL:

Intermediate: This pattern is for those who feel comfortable with knitting and have made a few projects, using various skills and techniques. Skills/concepts include color changes, lace stitches, and adding beads (optional).

Notes from the Designer:

Horology is the study and measurement of time. I have always been fascinated by clocks and timekeeping beginning in my school days when I learned how various ancient cultures used water clocks to track the passage of time. Inspired by a repeating lace pattern called Ginkgo Leaves and knitted with the Zodiac Hues Luster Sport Mini Kit, this pattern will hopefully delight you for many hours to come.

• Click here to watch as I show you how to knit this shawl, including how to add beads.
• The sample shown used approximately 1966 yds/1798 m total: Color A: 175 yds/160 m, Color B: 168 yds/154 m, Colors C – J: 160 yds/146 m each, Color K: 168 yds/154 m, and Color L: 175 yds/ 160 m. Avoid using Colors A, B, K, or L when making your gauge swatch.
• The sample was knit using the colors in this order: magenta, dark red, red, orange, yellow, green, light blue-green, teal, dark blue, blue, cool violet, and warm purple.
• Tip: Before you begin, tag and weigh each skein with the color you want to use, so you don’t mix them up.
• The weights on the mini skeins are approximate and will vary. Most skeins range between 1.6 oz– 1.9 oz (45–55 grams) each. If you have a skein that is smaller, you can adjust the number of rows you work before you change colors.
• The pattern is easily adjustable. The lace body is a multiple of 18 + 1 stitches. Adjust the number of CO stitches for a wider or narrower item. Add or subtract repeats to adjust the length.
• The beads are optional and can be omitted. You can also choose to reduce the number of beaded rows per section, if you desire.
• There is a five-stitch garter stitch border on the sides.
• Placing additional stitch markers between the repeats will make counting easier. Just slip the markers as you come to them.
• If you do not wish to add beads to your work, work the K2tog+B stitch as a k2tog only.

Designed by Pam Meek

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Enjoy your knitting!

Chandi

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