Turtle Lake

Turtle Lake – This triangular shawl is worked on the bias, beginning at one corner and gradually expanding as you knit. With three stitches added every four rows, it grows steadily, creating a beautifully flowing shape. The result is a lush, elegant accessory with effortless drape and movement.

This project is worked flat, and it includes written directions throughout, accompanied by a chart for the lace motif, and a shaping schematic to guide you through each step. The instructions are broken down into clear, easy-to-digest sections to prevent overwhelm, ensuring a smooth knitting experience.

To further assist you, a link is provided that contains additional resources, such as a pattern progress tracker and a technique playlist. These tools give you everything you need to create your masterpiece confidently.

• You can find additional resources for this pattern at https://rhyflowerknits.com/tag/turtle-lake/

• This pattern is also available for purchase on Ravelry.

Skill Level

Intermediate

Size Information

1 [2, 3]

Finished Measurements

62 [81.75, 101.75]” / 157.5 [207.5, 258.5] cm across the wingspan, 26 [34.25, 42.75]” / 66 [87, 108.5] cm deep, after blocking. We made our sample shawl in Size 1.

Notions

Tapestry needle, scissors, tape measure, locking stitch marker/progress keeper

Suggested Needles

US7 (4.5 mm) 40” / 100 cm circular needles, or size required to get gauge

Yarn Requirements

418 [709, 1077] yd / 382 [648, 985] m fingering weight yarn

Suggested Yarn

Celtic Raven Fibres – Superwash Sock Yarn
80% Merino 20% Nylon
420 yd (391 m)/ 4 oz (115 g)
Colour: Springtime Rain

Gauge

18 stitches by 28 rows in garter stitch = 4” / 10 cm, after blocking. While gauge is not important, as the fit is not crucial, changes in gauge will cause size differences and the yardage required to complete the project.