Cove Tide

> To get notification about test > knitting opportunities, special > subscriber-only promotions and > discounts, and occasional freebies, [subscribe to the > Softyarn Designs newsletter.][1] **Cove Tide** captures the quiet beauty of a morning walk along the shore, where delicate sand dollars and fragments of sea glass are revealed by the receding tide. Worked in three colors of fingering-weight (sock-weight) yarn, the lace motifs are highlighted by garter stitch sections with gentle color changes that evoke shifting tides and sunlit water. The result is a lightweight, versatile shawl that will wrap you in the simple elegance of the seaside. **Pattern Features:** • Elegant ocean-inspired lace shawl • Lace motifs inspired by sand dollars and sea glass • Uses three colors of fingering-weight (sock-weight) yarn • Detailed, easy to follow instructions • **Closeup photos** of each stitch pattern and **stitch counts** every time there is a change, so you’ll always know you’re on track. • **Helpful tips and links** for techniques such as fixing a dropped edge stitch, placing “lifelines” to back you up in case you make a mistake, and more. • Complete written instructions **and** fully charted instructions • **Additional high-contrast charts** with darker grid lines for improved readability • Option to increase the size of the shawl if you like **Yarn:** Fingering/sock yarn in three colors: approximately 35 grams/165 yards/150 meters color 1 (C1), 45 grams/210 yards/190 meters C2, and approximately 55 grams/255 yards/235 meters C3 for standard size. There are options for increasing the size of the shawl, in which case you will need a total of approximately 70 grams/325 yards/295 meters C1, 90 grams/420 yards/380 meters C2,and (unchanged) 55 grams/255 yards/235 meters C3. The sample was worked Bad Sheep Yarn Basic Sock Fingering, a 75% wool/25% nylon yarn with 462 yards/422 meters per 100grams, in colors Sand Dollar (C1), Sea Glass (C2), and Amy (C3). Other wool and wool-blend yarns of similar weight would also work. **Needles:** US 6/4.0 mm or size needed to achieve gauge. **Notions:** 19 stitch markers if shawl worked as written, 25 stitch markers for larger size; tapestry needle to weave in ends. Size: Edges approximately 72 x 64 x 40 "/180 x 160 x 100 cm after blocking. The pattern provides the option to make a larger shawl if desired. Gauge/Tension: 24 stitches and 28 rows to 4”/ 10 cm in stockinette stitch, blocked. This pattern has been professionally tech edited and test knitted to give you a smooth, error-free knitting experience. You will receive three files: The fully written pattern including all charts; a version that includes all of the information and charts, tips, and photos but in a condensed format; and a separate chart-only file with all of the charts in a high-contrast format for low vision knitters. Many thanks to the fabulous test knitters of this pattern! I always announce test knitting opportunities in my newsletter, and like to include testers of various experience levels. Subscribe [here][2] to see the testing calls, plus get discounts on new patterns and more. [1]: https://ravelry.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ab1d4f2a1943bc5e649746db8&id=48f85c6c39 [2]: https://ravelry.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ab1d4f2a1943bc5e649746db8&id=48f85c6c39