Delicate, lightweight layers and soft, shimmering hues are just the ticket for this Indian Summer. At least, that’s how I’ve been feeling lately. The mornings are slowly becoming brisk here in eastern Tennessee and as I settle into my office, hot cup of java in hand, I wrap up in a comforting shawl before starting the day. Mauka fits the bill.
Imbued with a gentle texture, knitters of every level will savor the gradually-growing expanse of garter stitch stripes before ending with a gorgeous lace border. Warmth and style go hand-in-hand effortlessly, perfectly. Worked in our popular-for-all-the-right-reasons Tough Love Sock, your colour options are probably endless.
Skill Level
Intermediate
Finished Measurements
56″ / 142 cm wingspan, 21 1/2″ / 54.5 cm from center-back to edge
Yarn
2 skeins SweetGeorgia Yarns Tough Love Sock, one each in (MC) Lavender and (CC) Silver (425 yds / 388 m per 4 oz / 115 g skein; 80% Superwash Merino, 20% Nylon)
Needles & Notions
Size 7 US / 4.5 mm circular needle, 32″ / 80 cm long
Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Stitch markers, yarn needle
Gauge
21 sts and 24 rows = 4″ / 10 cm in Garter stitch, stretched lightly and blocked.
Note that gauge is not crucial, but will affect required yardage and finished size.
You can purchase Mauka on our website HERE or on Ravelry HERE.
Perhaps these other colour ideas might inspire you for your own Mauka shawl project! What do you think?
