Basilica Shawl Kit by Cecily Grove Yarns
This a the kit to make the Basilica Shawl - a knitted shawl by Justyna Lorkowska using Merlen.
Each kit includes 3 skeins of Merlen in colors: Whisper, Basalt, and Patina as well as a Ravelry download code.
A soft single ply merino and linen blend yarn with texture and a gentle tweedy haze. The natural linen gives the yarn a textured finish with subtle drape.
It is ideal for trans-seasonal items such as cowls, shawls and lightweight tops.
Size
Finished dimensions: approx. 181cm/71.25” wide and 80 cm/31.5” long to bottom point.
Yarn
3 skeins of Merlen by Cecily Grove Yarns (90% merino, 10% linen; 360m per 100g). Shown in colorways: C1 – Basalt, C2 – Whisper, C3 – Patina, 1 skein each.
Needles (not included)
3.5 mm circular needle (80 cm).
3.25 mm circular needle (80 cm).
Other (not included)
tapestry needle for weaving ends.
Gauge
24 sts and 34 rows = 10 cm/4” in Garter st measured flat after wet blocking.
The gauge isn’t crucial on this project, but differences will affect the finished size as well as the required yardage.