Hana Kago Shawl

This shawl is worked top-down in rows. This semi-oval shawl is decorated with a textured basket pattern reminiscent of an intricately carved wooden relief and features a large lace border. It is shaped using German short rows, then the lace border is continued by increasing stitches on each side. The amount of yarn used will vary depending on the gauge and knitting method. **Finished measurements** 48 (63¼)″ / 122 (160.5) cm wide at top edge 13½″ / 34.5 cm long at center back **Gauge** 21 sts and 35.5 rows ＝ 4″ / 10 cm in Basket Pattern, blocked **Yarn** Yoriko Oki Mighty Elf Ⅱ Sock Yarn [80% SW Merino Wool, 20% Nylon; 375 yds (343 m) / 3.5 oz (100g)]; Japanese Maple, 1 (2) skein(s) **Needles and Notions** Size US 6 (4 mm) needles Cable needle, stitch markers, tapestry needle ***COLLECTIONS*** (11/4/2025) Page 3 Size S only Inc Row (RS): CO 1 st, \[p1fb, p6\] to end – 216 sts. Size M only Inc Row: CO 1 st, p1fb, p8, \*\[p1fb, p7\], \[p1fb, p8\] × 2; rep from \* 9 more times – 300 sts.