Chrysanthemum Shawl – a big bountiful lace bloom!

Alexa is constantly knitting, and this is one of the more recent creations off her needles… a big spring green version of the Chrysanthemum Shawl. It looks like she has caught the lace bug this season too…

When I originally created this design, I knit it in vivid pink, so Alexa’s version is quite a departure… but still very much in keeping with the botanical nature of the design!

TCK-chrysanthemum-03a — Alexa knit hers in DK weight yarn, so it came out a little bigger than the original sample which was made in sock weight.

::: Chrysanthemum Project Details :::

Pattern: Chrysanthemum Shawl or Blanket (published by SweetGeorgia Yarns) – the pattern includes instructions for a semi-circular shawl or a circular lace blanket.
Sizing: Shawl measures 54” across by 27” long. Blanket measures 60” across. Sample shown in SweetGeorgia Superwash DK in ‘basil
Needles: US #6 / 4mm needles
Gauge: 22 sts / 4 inches in stockinette stitch… but sizing is not crucial for this project, so achieving precise gauge isn’t too important.
Notions: stitch markers, darning needle, blocking wires (if desired for blocking)

Chrysanthemum Shawl by Tin Can Knits — The original Chrysanthemum Shawl – knit in SweetGeorgia Merino Silk Fine in ‘orchid’

LEARNING MORE ABOUT LACE :::

Want to get started knitting lace? We have an excellent free beginners lace pattern, Gothic Lace, which comes with an in-depth tutorial to guide you on your way! Lace looks tricky, but really isn’t so difficult – just cast on and get started today.

Uncomfortable with lace knitting techniques? We have tutorials that cover the garter-tab cast on (how many top-down shawls are started), how to read charts, and how to block a lace shawl or blanket.

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