The inspiration for Cascade Yarns Flame Tree (Beaded) Shawl knit in Aegean Tweed comes
from the flame tree (Gulmohar), which is a much-loved sight in India. Vertically
flowing leaf shapes form the body of the shawl. The border was designed to have
a geometric element for contrast, as well as a graceful stylized leaf shape to
maintain a visual continuum with the body. The shawl is worked top-down in two
lace patterns that flow into each other. The Silverline seed beads are used to
accentuate the elegant lines of the border. You will need approximately
400 size 6/0 beads. The lace patterns are charted and written out.
Skill Level: Intermediate
Sizes: One Size
Finished Measurements: 76” along the upper edge and 22”
deep at center
Yarn Requirements: 2 skeins Cascade Yarns Aegean Tweed (100% Organic Wool; 100g/328yds)
shown in 013 Blackberry
Needles: US 8 (5.00mm)
Gauge:
17 sts and
24 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch, before blocking
14 sts and 20 rows = 4” in
stockinette stitch, after blocking
