Dew Point by Laura Chau is a fun and quick top-down shrug that’s a perfect layering piece for transitional weather – give those fun summer dresses a chance for cooler weather, or just keep the air-conditioned chill off in warmer climates. Dew Point is knit seamlessly from the back neck down in lightweight yarn with a pretty lace border all the way around. It uses a small amount of yarn and is great for showing off those luxury yarns that are just too pretty for socks.
Finished Measurements:
Back Width – 13 (14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20)”
Sleeve – 12¼ (13, 13¼, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18)”
Yarn Requirements: 375 (400, 437, 470, 510, 550, 600, 650) yards of sport weight yarn Malabrigo Sock (100% Superwash Merino; 100g/440yds)
Needles: US 4 (3.50mm) 32” circular and DPNs
Gauge: 24 sts and 28 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch
Note: The back size is measured from the outer edge of the armpit to the armpit – not centered under your arm. Get a friend to help measure your back or measure across your own front from just where your arm and chest meet. Note that you may take a smaller size than usual if you are busty because the shrug only fits across the back! If you are between sizes or unsure, knit the smaller size.
