Foliana

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Construction

This stole is worked entirely in the round. The CO is a along the center, and the shaping is achieved by working 8 increases every other round, one on each of the 4 angles.

Foliana begins with an easy lace motif of small, repeating leaves that travel across the body: some follow a direct path toward the edge, while others curve and gather, forming soft arches that echo one another. This interplay produces subtle oval shapes that becomes fully visible only after blocking.

The initial stitch gradually transitions into a richly textured border of larger, more intricate foliage that frames the stole. A decorative bind off adds a fine line of sparkle and drape.

Once blocked, Foliana opens into a fabric that is surprisingly light and elegant.

The pattern is fully written and charted.

Sizes: S, M, L.

(Shown in size S)

Finished measurements: Width 140/160/180 cm (56/64/72)”; Depth 36 cm (14.5”).

Yarn

Miss Babs Avon (85% 19.5 micron Merino wool, 15% silk; 448m 490 yd / 100g).

C1: col. Inchworm (light color); approx 400/500/600 m (437.5/547/656 yards).

C2: col Lakeside (dark color); approx 350/450/550 m (383/492/601.5 yards)

Note: Choose two yarn colors with a good contrast between them.

Needles

Two 80 cm / 32” (or longer) circular needles in size needed to obtain gauge.

One 100 cm /40” (or longer) circular needle in size needed to obtain gauge.

Suggested needle size: 3 mm /US 21/2.

Notions

4 markers A, 42/46/50 markers B.

Tapestry needle to weave in ends.

(Optional) 150/170/190 6/0 glass beads.

(Optional) crochet hook in appropriate size.

Gauge

20 stitches and 42 rows = 10x10 cm (4”) in Body stitch (see page 11) worked in the round, measured after blocking.

Note: Gauge is not critical for this project but may affect yardage and final measurements.