Sursa Shawl

From designer Cornelia Tuttle Hamilton, this versatile shawl measures 98" from end to end, 32" from top edge to bottom of V in back, and the sides are 38" long. Knitted in soft merino wool the color of summer shine, this shawl brightens up even the cloudiest days in the PNW. Rather than knitting its 2" ruffle in the same color, I decided to use a cheerful bright pink for a color contrast, reintegrating yellow in the bind-off row at one end. Soft, bright, and generously sized, this shawl is both fun and functional. Its colors set it apart from traditional shawls in muted colors, like the pattern picture showed, and which I made for a friend in her eighties. I loved the pattern, but felt that the old-fashioned shawl profile needed updating with vibrant contrasting solid colors. The modern vibe of this piece lends itself to year-round wear, the incredibly soft texture providing just the right amount of warmth for the transitions between seasons.