Crystal Helix Shawl Knitting Pattern PDF Download

Crystal Helix is top-down triangular shawl adorned with sparkling beads. The delicate lace wings frame a gorgeous lace spine that is stunning from any angle, and a beaded picot hem allows the shawl to drape beautifully around the shoulders. Pair with your favorite shawl pin for a breathtaking statement piece that mirrors the beauty of our own DNA. Inspired by Rosalind Franklin’s breakthroughs in x ray crystallography which lead to the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA.   Finished Measurements 62 x 22 in / 157.5 x 56 cm Materials 438 yd / 401 m of fingering weight US 4 / 3.5mm circular needle with 40-60 in / 100-150 cm cable 4 stitch markers Optional: 490 Size 6/0 beads, approx 35 grams Optional: Beading tool Tapestry needle Gauge 14 stitches and 24 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in pattern Skills Lace Cable Cast On Beaded picot bind-off Click here for tutorials on these skills.   Once purchased the pattern pdf can be downloaded from the order confirmation page or an e-mail sent short