Five Peaks Shawl Crochet Pattern Download

Description

Worked on the bias in Tunisian stitches, this shawl has five peaks that let the shawl hug the shoulders. A sumptuous lightweight alpaca, silk, and cashmere blend is worked on a large hook to create an airy, woven-like fabric. A breeze for Tunisian regulars, this shawl is well within range for beginners. Knitters will recognize the eyelet-border technique as a variation of the familiar garter-stitch washcloth.

Finished Size 16″ – 32″ after blocking; sleeve tip across back to sleeve tip is 46″ and center-back neck to lowest hem point is 23″.
Yarn The Fibre Company Road to China Light (65% baby alpaca, 15% silk, 10% cashmere, 10% camel; 159 yd [145 m]/1 ¾ oz [50 g]): dark amethyst, 3 skeins. Yarn distributed by Kelbourne Woolens.
Yarn Weight #3 – Light
Hook Size L/11 (8 mm) Tunisian hook at least 13″ in length. Adjust hook size if necessary to obtain correct gauge.
Notions Yarn needle.
Gauge 12 sts and 12 rows = 4″ in tss before blocking.
Originally Published Interweave Crochet Spring 2010