Nadira
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Nadira means rare or precious in Persian, two words that aptly describe the wonder that is lace knitting. I have always loved Persian carpets particularly the more minimalist Kurdish designs where diamonds and other simplified geometric and fanciful shapes abound. Because I used the design structure of these carpets as an inspiration for this shawl design, I thought it fitting that it should have a beautiful Persian name—Nadira. The infinity sign motifs on the border represent the infinite number of lace designs made possible by the mathematical pairing of yarn overs and decreases that--like magic--turns plain knitted fabric into exquisite lace.
A Design Your Own Shawl section of separate charts allows you to knit the various motifs found in the main body of the shawl in whatever order you like in order to customize the design and size of your shawl. There is an option to knit the entire body in stockinette as well.
While directions, dimensions and yardage are provided for lace weight, Nadira could effectively be worked in other yarn weights as well. A solid or tonal yarn is recommeneded to showcase the intricacy of the lace design.
Nadira is offered as a chart-only pattern with large, easy-to-read charts and very detailed instructions on how to use them.
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
FINISHED SIZE
66 x 33” (168 x 84 cm), adjustable
YARN WEIGHT
Lace
YARDAGE
Approximately 730-830 yds (668 x 759 m)
YARN
Miss Babs Yasmin; 80% merino, 20% silk; Violets colorway
NEEDLES
US Size 3 (3.25 mm) circular, 32” (80 cm) long
US Size 5 (3.75 mm) straight, double point or circular, for bind off
NOTIONS
4 stitch markers, blocking supplies, tapestry needle to weave in ends
GAUGE
5.5 sts = 1” (2.5 cm) stockinette stitch, blocked. Note that gauge is not critical but will affect the finished size and yardage requirements.
DELIVERY FORMAT
This product is a downloadable PDF of the instructions to make this design, not the item itself. Upon completed purchase, you will be able to download the pattern immediately from the payment window. You will also receive an email with a download link. Please see the FAQ for more details.
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
This original pattern is intended for the purchaser’s personal use only. Copying and then distributing or sharing the pattern in whole or part including text, charts or photographs is prohibited without my written consent. All rights reserved.
A Design Your Own Shawl section of separate charts allows you to knit the various motifs found in the main body of the shawl in whatever order you like in order to customize the design and size of your shawl. There is an option to knit the entire body in stockinette as well.
While directions, dimensions and yardage are provided for lace weight, Nadira could effectively be worked in other yarn weights as well. A solid or tonal yarn is recommeneded to showcase the intricacy of the lace design.
Nadira is offered as a chart-only pattern with large, easy-to-read charts and very detailed instructions on how to use them.
SKILL LEVEL
Intermediate
FINISHED SIZE
66 x 33” (168 x 84 cm), adjustable
YARN WEIGHT
Lace
YARDAGE
Approximately 730-830 yds (668 x 759 m)
YARN
Miss Babs Yasmin; 80% merino, 20% silk; Violets colorway
NEEDLES
US Size 3 (3.25 mm) circular, 32” (80 cm) long
US Size 5 (3.75 mm) straight, double point or circular, for bind off
NOTIONS
4 stitch markers, blocking supplies, tapestry needle to weave in ends
GAUGE
5.5 sts = 1” (2.5 cm) stockinette stitch, blocked. Note that gauge is not critical but will affect the finished size and yardage requirements.
DELIVERY FORMAT
This product is a downloadable PDF of the instructions to make this design, not the item itself. Upon completed purchase, you will be able to download the pattern immediately from the payment window. You will also receive an email with a download link. Please see the FAQ for more details.
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
This original pattern is intended for the purchaser’s personal use only. Copying and then distributing or sharing the pattern in whole or part including text, charts or photographs is prohibited without my written consent. All rights reserved.
