The gossamer lightness of traditional lace patterns from Russia and the Shetland Islands, unusual techniques inspired by the art knitting of Mary Walker Phillips, and the airy silhouette of antique lace curtains in a sunny window all influenced this design.
Finished Size: 24" wide and 62" long.
Yarn: Jamieson & Smith 2-ply Shetland Lace (100% wool; 185 yd [169 m]/25 g): #L27 grey heather, 7 skeins.
Yarn weight: #0 - Lace
Gauge: 22 sts = 4" in St st; 19 sts and 26 rows = 4" in lace patt, after blocking.
Needles: Size 5 (3.75 mm). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch holder; tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Spring 2008