Knitting pattern of an easy-to-work triangle shawl with a pretty lace edge that is begun at the center top and knit outwards to the scalloped hem.

Shown here in Jaeger Matchmaker Merino 4-ply

Suggested Yarns:

 ,  ,  or any soft fingering or sport yarn. Substituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size, drape, and yardage requirement.

Finished Size:

For lacy version: 72 to 78 inches across top edge; 34 to 38 inches at center back For simplest version: 72 to 78 inches across top edge; 34 to 38 inches at center back

Yarn Requirements:

For lacy version: 1,100 to 1,400 yards of fingering weight yarn;

For simplest version: 700 to 1,000 yards of novelty yarn

Gauge:

Note this shawl can be worked in any gauge, but it is essential to knit a 4” swatch in garter stitch to test your chosen yarn and needles. Instructions for the lacy version are based on a gauge of 4 or 5 stitches per inch

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For lacy version: Size US7 (4.5mm), US8 (5mm), or US9 (5.5mm) circular needles to obtain a gauge of 4 or 5 stitches per inch

For Simplest version: Circular needle that is 3 to 4 sizes larger than recommended on yarn label