Australis Shawl

• Crescent shape shawl
• Perfect for showing off those special skeins
• Short rows create a deeper shawl without adding bulk at the ends
• Features a knit-on border

Inspired by the Southern Lights, the Australis Shawl features sweeping short row lace sections inspired by the lights’ dance across the night sky, providing moments of interest amid the simple stocking stitch background. Finished with a knit-on edging this crescent shaped shawl provides moments of interest alongside more restful knitting, making it the perfect project for travelling or relaxing. This two colour shawl is a great way to show off your special skeins of 4ply. 

New to short rows? You can find a free step by step tutorial on my Substack.

If you like the Australis Shawl, why not take a look at the Northern Lights Hat and Borealis Socks. You can now save £3 when you buy all three patterns together in the Aurora Collection.

Yarn

MC: Travel Knitter, BFL Supersock, 425 m/ 465 yds

CC: Peak District Yarns, 4-ply, 300 m/ 328 yds

Needles and Notions

4 mm (US 6) circular needles 100 cm/ 40” or DPNs
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle

Gauge

23 sts x 33 rows over 10 cm/ 4” in stocking stitch, after blocking.

Final measurements

140 cm/ 55” wide x 54 cm/ 21.25” high, unstretched after blocking.