Squash Blossom
Squash Blossom
A shawl inspired by the frills and furbelows, folds and curves of squash blossoms on the vine.
Finished Measurements
64” (162.5 cm) wingspan by 24” (61 cm) at deepest point
Yarn
Classic Sock by Yarn Ink (4-ply/fingering weight; 75% superwash merino/25% nylon; 463 yds (427 m)/100 g): 1 skein in Kelp (MC)
Bulletproof Sock by Sweet Georgia (4-ply/fingering weight; 50% superwash merino/15% silk/15% mohair/20% nylon; 437 yds (400 m)/100 g): 1 skein in Ginger (CC)
Needles
US 4 (3.5 mm) circular needle, recommended length of between 24”- 40” (60-100 cm)
or size needed to obtain gauge
Gauge
20 sts and 44 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch, after blocking
15-stitch Chevron measures 2 1/2” (6.5 cm) wide and 1 1/2” (4 cm) tall over Rows 19-28 of Blossom Chart, after blocking