Mainsail ShawlDesigned by Rachel Brockman When you think of a nautically inspired color scheme, a classic blue, white, and red combination is likely to come to mind. Mainsail takes those classic colors, along with a few new ones, and puts a soft, feminine spin on them. So, whether you’re out for a brunch with friends, or having a lunch dockside at the lake, the Mainsail Shawl is a perfect accessory to complete your outfit. Soft cream makes a perfect background for bright shades, and two-row stripes keep the knitting fun.DIFFICULTYEasySIZESOne SizeFINISHED MEASUREMENTSWingspan: 62”Depth: 31”MATERIALSUniversal Yarn Cotton Supreme DK (100% cotton; 100g/230 yds)• 702 Ecru (A) – 1 skein• 732 Hosta (B) – 1 skein• 706 Azure (C) – 1 skein• 716 Aqua (D) – 2 skeins• 705 Pink (E) – 1 skein• 707 Yellow (F) – 1 skein Needles: US Size 7 (4.5 mm) 32” circular or longer (to accommodate large number of sts) or size needed to obtain gaugeNotions: Tapestry needle, stitch markersGAUGE18 sts x 23 rows = 4” in Stockinette stitch (St st)Save time, check your gauge.PATTERN NOTESThis shawl is knit flat from the top down. When working in the Main Shawl section, do not break color A at color changes. Instead, carry color A up loosely along the side of the work. Mainsail Shawl is available as part of the e-book Seaside Supreme, and as an individual pattern on Ravelry.
