Cosy shawl

When you're working on a complex project - frequent colour changes, complex pattern, something that needs your full attention - it's good to have something simpler to take along for crafty get-togethers or car trips. This has been my more-or-less mindless project over the past few months.

I wanted a lightweight shawl for reading in bed, something soft and snuggly. I used BWM Luxury 5 ply in a soft pink, working a variety of simple stitches in rows. As I often do, I began in the centre and worked outwards, giving symmetry and matching edges.

A slightly closer view of the stitches. Worked over 90 stitches with a 3.5mm hook. I was planning to block it, but decided I like it as it is. At 60" x 18", it weighs 325g.