Picnic

The *Picnic* shawl is inspired by the traditional picnic basket Anna Hechtman’s parents carried throughout her childhood. Made of woven cane, the basket always accompanied family outings to the park, where they would meet friends and spend hours playing and exploring. Featuring a basketweave texture and a central cable panel, this shawl is engaging to knit without being overly challenging. It is the perfect companion for a long, dreamy picnic — a truly timeless piece. SIZES 1 (2) FINISHED MEASUREMENTS **Wingspan:** 61.5 (92.25)" / 156 (234 cm). **Depth:** 11.75 (20)" / 30 (51) cm. MATERIALS **Yarn:** 2 (4) skeins of La Bella DK by Great Ocean Road Woollen Mill (80% Merino, 20% alpaca, 219 yds / 200 m – 100 g), in the colourway Rose Grey. Or approx. 390 (865) yds / 355 (790) m of DK-weight yarn. Alternative yarn suggestions are for example Laine x Novita DK by Novita, Tweedy DK by Hedgehog Fibres or Double Sunday by Sandnes Garn. **Needles:** US 6 / 4 mm at least 32" / 80 cm circular needles. **Notions:** Stitch markers (incl. 1 locking stitch marker), cable needle. GAUGE 19 sts x 30 rows to 4" / 10 cm on US 6 / 4 mm needles in Basketweave Patt, after blocking.