ChiropteraPronunciation: kīˈräptərə, meaning BatI like a bit of an avant-garde style~This very striking shawl when laid flat truly reminds one of a bat. Hence the name…How to Style Video link and Photo Gallery included!The wrap is worked flat from corner to corner. The very last lace section can be used as a built-in closure. Simply feed the skinny opposite end through any of the lace openings, literally. A fast and truly fun knit!**This is the second one I knit!** Measurements: Soft blocked 55” in length and 26” at its widest point.NOTE: The shawl can easily made bigger by repeating Sections 4 and 8 of the pattern. Of course stitch numbers will change, plus you will need more yarn.Level of Expertise: Advanced BeginnerYarn:2 Pretty yarn cakes by Yarnz2go, 250 yards each in a fingering weight thick and thin yarn. Alternatively: A variety of yarns will work here, from a sock yarn, fingering, sport, or DK weight. Also a heavier yarn will work, you just need larger needle sizes, and the wrap will come out larger.Notions:US size 5 (3.75mm) circular needle 29” in length.US size 10 (6 mm) circular needle 29” in length.Gauge: 16 sts and 14 ridges in 4” of Garter stitch For the immediate download via Ravelry click HERE or just add it to your Yarnz2go shopping cart with a slight delay.
