Midwestern Afternoon

The Midwestern United States is known for its changing seasons, varying greatly in temperature and outdoor scenery throughout the year. This shawl was inspired by the lush greenery of summer, enhanced by the colorful flowers found wherever you might wander. Worked on the bias, simple increases and decreases in garter stitch create a sweeping triangle that drapes beautifully across the neck and shoulders when worn. Mini-skeins of color pops create waves of lacy texture across the design, fashioning a lovely accessory that is just perfect for a Midwestern Afternoon.

SIZES 
One size 
Wingspan: 84”/213cm 
Depth: 25”/63.5cm at widest point

YARN 
Emma’s Yarn PRACTICALLY PERFECT SOCK (80% Superwash Merino, 20% Nylon; 400 yards / 100 grams): 
MC: 2 skeins OR 800yds / 732m fingering weight yarn 
CC1-CC4: 1 20g mini-skein in EACH of 4 colors OR 80yds / 73m fingering weight yarn in EACH of 4 colors 
Sample shown in ‘Kale’ (MC), ‘Himalayan Salt’ (CC1), ‘Fun Guy’ (CC2), ‘Plant Lady’ (CC3), and ‘Very Berry (CC4)

NEEDLES 
US 4 (3.5mm), or as required to meet gauge

GAUGE 
21 sts and 38 rows = 4”/10cm in garter stitch after blocking 
(NOTE: Gauge is not crucial, but it will affect finished dimensions and yardage)

NOTIONS 
Tapestry needle, cable needle, 20 stitch markers

SKILL LEVEL 
Intermediate