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The Elfriede shawl
Elfriede* is an asymmetrical triangle shawl with a leaf motif and ribbing along one of its side.
It’s very easy to knit, once you get the rhythm of the pattern.
I LOVED that the instructions are both written and on a diagram. I really struggle with diagrams due to my eyesight!
The abbreviations are thoroughly explained so don’t be afraid if you’re a beginner knitter. The Elfriede pattern is a really good introduction to shawl and lace knitting.
My blue Elfriede
The yarn that was advised was too expensive for me so I used my trusted Yarnsub site and opted for Drops Lima yarn.
The mix of wool and alpaga makes for a cosy shawl. I knitted 9 spools, using a size 4 mm long circular needle (you will need long cables to accomodate the finished length).
I couldn’t block properly my shawl during the winter months. So, even if it had been finished in January 2024, I only blocked it during summer 2024. I needed a sports mat, blocking cables, and T pins.
I soaked the shawl firts in Eucalan no-rinse wash. Then, a long time was spent pinning the shwal to the sports mat. Blocking was compulsory due to the lace motif.
Such a cosy shawl!