Eyebright Shawl Knitting Pattern
A gorgeous lace shawl with a stunning edging. Eyebright is worked from the top down, with short rows giving it a subtle crescent shape. The main body of the shawl is worked in stockinette, and the edging is made up of a band of floral lace which blends into a delicate, open diamond pattern. The bound off edge is blocked into points. Named for the delicate flowers that grow in abundance in the Scottish Mountains, eyebright used to be used medicinally to keep your eyes sparkling - we hope this shawl has the same effect!
Finished Measurements:
Length: 61” / 155 cm
Depth at center: 14” / 35.5 cm
Depth at edge: 11 ½“ / 29 cm
Suggested Yarn:
1 hank Lost City Knits Twin Canyon Fingering (500 yd / 457 m per 4 oz / 113 g hank; 50% Merino / 50% Silk) in
Berry Jumble.
Needles:
Size 7 US / 4.5 mm circular needle, 40” /100 cm long
Size 10 ½ US / 6.5 mm needles for bind-off
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions:
Tapestry needle, blocking wires, pins and blocking board
Gauge:
15 ½ sts and 28 rows = 4” / 10 cm in Stockinette stitch, using smaller needles, blocked.
Correct gauge is not critical for this project, but your final measurements and yardage requirements may vary if your gauge is different. To save time and ensure accurate sizing, check gauge.