The modern study of Japanese aesthetics only started a little over two hundred years ago in the West. The Japanese aesthetic is a set of ancient ideals that include wabi (transient and stark beauty), sabi (the beauty of natural patina and aging), and yūgen (profound grace and subtlety). These ideals, and others, underpin much of Japanese cultural and aesthetic norms on what is considered tasteful or beautiful. Thus, while seen as a philosophy in Western societies, the concept of aesthetics in Japan is seen as an integral part of daily life. Japanese aesthetics now encompass a variety of ideals; some of these are traditional while others are modern and sometimes influenced by other cultures. (Source: Wikipedia)This is an excellent shawl to get familiar with Fine Shetland Lace.The colour highlighted in stripes will make wearing it very special and a sure eye catcher.The 1ply Supreme yarn doesn’t come in this red colour, I dyed it myself. The ratio of white to red is approx 67%- 33%.This pattern has 1 chart, no written instructions. Patterns in EVERY rowYarn: Jamieson & Smith Supreme 1ply (400m/25gr). White/undyed 2 balls and 1 ball in contrasting Color* Needles: 2mm or US0 (straight or circular 24”) Notions: Eucalan or suitable detergent, stitch markers, a tapestry needle, T-pins & blocking kit, towel. Size: 115cm x 170cm (pointed side: 205cm) or 45” x 67” (pointed side: 80.7”)
