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Beach Drive Shawl - Mohair Edition
$8.00
A Beehive classic, featuring iconic colour-blocked stripes. Named after Beach Drive, a local scenic waterfront road, this large shawl is perfect for keeping you warm on oceanfront walks or relaxing at home. This updated version of the Beach Drive Shawl is written for airy lace weight mohair.
THE DETAILS
FINISHED SIZE
Approx. 61 x 208 cm (24 x 82”), measured after blocking
YARN
Approx. 1600 m (1750 yds) of lace weight yarn
MC: 800 m (876 yds)
CC1: 400 m (438 yds)
CC2: 400 m (438 yds)
Shown in Katia Silky Mohair(200 m/ 219 yds/ 25 g)
MC: 4 x #125 'Turquoise'
CC1: 2 x #124 'Blue Green'
CC2: 2 x #126 'Petrol'
NEEDLES & NOTIONS
3.75 mm (US 5), 80 cm (32") circular needle
2 stitch markers (optional)
Scissors
Tapestry/Darning Needle
Wool Wash
Blocking Wires (optional)
GAUGE
24 sts x 32 rows = 10 cm (4") in stockinette stitch, after blocking. Gauge is not critical but will impact finished size and meterage required.
SKILLS REQUIRED
Cast on, bind off, knit, purl, stripes