Isis Shawl
a pattern by Anastasia Roberts This is a solid body shawlette with a few rows of lace added in for texture and beauty. Eyelets, diamond shapes, mesh and picot stitches make for fun and
interesting stitching! This is the perfect shawlette for last minute gifts because it can be made in a weekend or less!
Please read before beginning the pattern! I am going to call this a 'recipe' rather than a 'pattern'. If you complete the rows as I've written them, you will indeed have a beautiful Isis shawlette---so don't worry. The reason I am calling this a 'recipe' is due to the versatility: there are literally
endless ways to customize this garment! Rows of solid stitching, eyelets or diamond motifs can be repeated , omitted or mixed around to alter the size. You can add beads, fringe, or use your own imagination for a different border.
In terms of yarn: Sock to DK weight are recommend, only because lace and
worsted yarns were not included in the testing process. Because this is a smaller and solid body piece, getting good drape is critical! Please swatch the first few rows
before beginning your shawl to ensure a fabric that you are happy with. As with all of my shawl patterns, I recommend using a hook size 1-2 sizes larger than your yarn
calls for. Isis is a perfect shawl to use those self-striping yarns that we all have in our stash but can't find homes for. :)
Due to the varied stitches and sporadic increases throughout the shawl, you may find that your neck edge looks a bit crooked, wavy, or uneven as you progress.
Please don't be discouraged by this. A row or two sc stitches plus a good blocking will indeed, correct this! Blocking is essential for this shawl!!!!