Melian
Melian
triangular shawl
The Melian shawl, like its namesake, is simple and timeless. Inspired by the powerful Maia from Tolkien’s The Silmarillion who graced the gardens of Lórien with her enchanting music and who ruled the guarded realm of Doriath with her husband Thingol, it is a triangular shawl with a delicate floral lace border that gently fades into swaths of soothing garter stitch, broken by a few slender columns of slipped stitches. Knitted in one solid color or in a fade, it is a wonderfully lightweight shawl that is perfect for cool summer evenings or as a transitional accessory during spring or fall.
Measurements (easily modifiable)
Length 81in (206cm)
Width 38.5in (98cm)
Gauge
26 sts x 36 rows = 4in (10cm) in garter worked flat after blocking
Yarn Requirements
Sample used
Fiber for the people Merino Singles
100% SW Merino (437yds/400m, 100g)
One skein each of
Color A - Willow
Color B - Pear
Color C - Querida
Color D - Garnet
To substitute, use
4 skeins fingering weight yarn
Note on yardage: see notes on potential modifications for more on yardage needed.
Needles
US 1 (2.25mm) 24in circular needles
Notions
10 stitch markers
tapestry needle
blocking supplies
This pattern has been tech edited and test knit.
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