Vārpa Shawl

> Buy 3 get one free! Place 4 of my > self-published patterns in your cart > and the 4th (least expensive) will be > free, no code needed! Vārpa is a shallow, triangle-shaped shawl worked from the longer edge and satisfyingly progressing toward the tip. The distinctive vārpa braid motif alternates with solid stripes, creating a balanced rhythm of texture and calm. **One size** 63.75 x 11'' / 162 x 28 cm **Materials** Fingering weight yarn (CYC #1, Super Fine) Concept by Katia Mohair Cotton (70% cotton, 30% mohair), 246 yds / 225 m per 50-g skein, or use any fingering weight mohair blend (fuzzy) yarn to achieve a similar effect Shown in colorway 080 **Yardage/meterage:** 2 skeins / 492 yds / 450 m **Gauge** 17 sts and 10 rows = 4'' / 10 cm in dc Vārpa leaf motif (opening and closing) = 1.5'' / 4 cm high Note that your slip stitch tension might affect the dimensions of the shawl **Hooks** H-8 / 5 mm, or size needed to obtain gauge **Notions** Tapestry needle for weaving in ends **Skills Required** Experience with reading and following written crochet patterns (CYC standards) Experience with crochet short rows and working slip stitches in back loops Show your new shawl off and be sure to tag it with #VārpaShawl on social media. Technical editor: Nicole Hawkesford