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> Shadows in the Rain
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Shadows in the Rain
“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow.”
-Helen Keller
This pattern can be found in issue one of Nomadic Knits, which is available to purchase as a digital download through our website or Ravelry (click the e-book link above).
Shadows in the Rain is a biased rectangular wrap knit flat in four colors with a variety of easy lace and textured stitch patterns. Kristin Omdahl’s Be So Fine 100% bamboo yarn gives it a luxurious drape and sheen.
Finished dimensions: 27”x 84”/ 68.5cm x 213cm.
Yarn: fingering weight in four colors:
A: 150 yards/ 138 meters
B: 280 yards/ 157 meters
C: 310 yards/ 285 meters
D: 330 yards/ 303 meters
You can use any combination of four colors, but it is recommended to choose neutrals for colors B and C.
Gauge: 20 sts = 4”/10cm over Garter stitch
While the gauge is not critical, it will determine the drape and final dimensions, as well as yardage.
Needles: US 5/3.75 mm, or size to obtain gauge, plus one size larger than gauge needle.
Notions: Tapestry needle to weave in ends.
Sample knit in: Kristin Omdahl Be So Fine (100% bamboo; 650 yards/ 133g) in:
A: Blue Danube;
B: Iced Silver Fox;
C: Chantilly Lace;
D: Stormy Sea;
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