Squam Lake Shawl

Memories of time with my Mom spent at Squam Lake inspired this one! Gentle waves rippling to and from along the lake's shoreline fascinated me, and still do today... constant and calming. Yarn Weight: Fingering yarn and laceweight mohair Notions: Tapestry needle, Gauge ruler, Blocking Wires, Blocking Pins, Blocking mat. Needle Size: US 7 / 4.5 mm 40” / 102 cm circular needle or needle size to get gauge. Suggested Yarns: Dirty Water Dyeworks Lillian (100% Superwash Merino; 400 yds / 365 m per 3.5 oz / 100 g skein). Dirty Water Dyeworks Shimmer (72% Kid Mohair, 28% Silk; 459 yds / 420 m per 1.76 oz / 50 g skein). Yarn shown/Yardage: Dirty Water Dyeworks, Lillian: approx 381 yds / 348 m. Dirty Water Dyeworks, Shimmer: approx 370 yds / 338 m. Shown in colorway Cool Waters for both yarns. Size Information: Sample size, fully blocked: Width (measured across shawl top, not including crescent wings): 60” / 152.5 cm. Depth at deepest point: 14.25” / 36 cm. Tech Editing: Annie B. Lin Photo Credit: Stephanie Griego