The Philosopher's Stone - Knit Shawl Pattern

There are 3 size variations for this shawl. To complete the smallest variation (“Short”) you will need at least 600 yards of fingering weight yarn. There are a few extendable rows at the end of this size should you find yourself with more yarn and the desire to continue for a few more rows. (“Short” version has 168 rows with the potential to work to row 176.)

The “Standard” version uses the entirety of two skeins of Polka (discontinued)(100 grams/400 yards each equalling 200 grams/800 yards total). This brings you through 194 rows of the pattern.

The “Extended” version follows the same chart/instructions as the “Standard” size, but continues to row 210. For this you will want an additional 40 grams (160 yards) of yarn. These last 16 rows can be repeated until your shawl is the desired size.

Suggested Yarns: 2 (2, 3) skeins Polka Sock yarn [100 grams / 400 yards; 100% superwash merino; fingering weight] - discontinued

Gauge pre-blocking 24 sts & 32 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch 24 sts & 20 rows = 4” in star stitch

Needles US 5 / 3.75mm needle (32” circular or longer) Adjust needle size to obtain correct gauge.

Finished Size (pre-blocking) Short (Standard, Extended) Approx. 42 (48, 52)” wingspan

Post blocking wingspan will vary based on blocking styles. Shawl shown in photos (Standard size) measures 61” wingspan x 23” depth after blocking.

Notions: Cable needle 40 grams size 6 seed beads (Beads used are Dyna*mites, silver lined clear blue)