Ume is a Tunisian crochet shawl. It’s a delightful project, because it’s almost entirely worked in the Tunisian simple stitch. The beautiful eyelet pattern along the edge and the yarn (Durable Mohair) make this the perfect shawl to wear this autumn. Durable Mohair is available in 19 colours, so you can probably make your Ume in your favourite colour!

About this shawl:

• Tunisian stitches are worked in two rows: a forward pass (FwP) and a return pass (RetP). The forward pass is worked from right to left for right handed makers or from left to right for left handed makers. You will pull up the loops when working the forward pass. The return pass is worked from left to right for right handed makers or from right to left for left handed makers. When working the return pass you will finish all the stitches you set up in the forward pass;
• Work the sc in the finishing row as follows: Insert your hook beneath last row’s vertical strand, pull up a loop (two loops on the hook). Yarn over and pull the yarn through both loops to finish the sc;
• Always make a swatch before making garments or accessories to check your gauge. You should always check your gauge to make sure your tension matches the designer’s tension, otherwise your shawl will not have the intended measurements;
• Other options: The shawl would also look amazing in Durable Soqs or Soqs tweed.
• Yarn needed: Durable Mohair, 55% acrylic & 20% wool & 25% mohair, 50g/190m/208yd Color A: 249 Plum, 5 balls