Sunmelt Shawlette

*Warm, bright afternoons and cool evenings with sparkling campfires, cold drinks in the hot sun, the feel of cool waves tickling your feet, endlessly long days with golden, brilliant sunsets: summer is here in all of its splendid glory. This design was inspired by the sensational beauty of summer sunsets over the waves!* The **Sunmelt Shawlette** is a triangle-shaped, asymmetrical shawlette that starts at one end with calming garter stitch and an eye-catching Latvian braid. The shawlette slowly grows to open up with a contrasting cabled lace section and another Latvian braid, then expands further as a lacework wave pattern finishes off the edge of the shawlette. This shawlette is great for **advanced beginner** or **intermediate** knitters. The pattern includes written instructions and a chart for the lace edging. **GAUGE** 4.5 sts and 7 rows = 1 inch *Gauge is not important unless you have a limited supply of yarn.* **YARN** Two contrasting fingering-weight yarns: one variegated (MC: 72g/250 yards) and one solid (CC: 50g/175 yards). *I used Color Me Happy Pure Merino Fingering (3-ply) fingering-weight yarn in “Autumn Leaves” and “Autumn Sunset.” Check out their beautiful, naturally-dyed yarns [here][1]! The original mill run for this fingering weight yarn was 100g/380 yards per skein, which is a bit thicker than typical fingering weight yarn. This pattern will work well with any fingering weight yarn.* **NEEDLES** US size 4 (3.5mm) circular needles on 44”/110cm cable. **NOTIONS** A cable needle and a tapestry needle to weave in ends. **TECHNIQUES** Knitting, purling, increasing, cabled stitches, lace, Latvian braid **FINISHED DIMENSIONS** Approximately 60” (152cm) wide by 28” (71cm) tall at end after blocking. **ON REPEAT** Two songs on repeat recently: "Watermelon Sugar" by Harry Styles (because that song basically *is* summer) and "River of Reflection" by Niclas Lundqvist (very chill, perfect for warm summer evening relaxation!) This pattern is **free**! Wear this shawlette to the beach while watching the sun set over the water - enjoy the beauty of this season! *In memory of Asha, my constant furry feline companion, who loved the summer sun more than anyone. Remember to appreciate every moment with those you love! <3* -Rachael (Moonvale Creations) [1]: https://colormehappyfiberarts.com/shop/yarn