The Alia Shawl Pattern
Description:
The Alia Shawl is an intermediate Tunisian crochet pattern.
It uses Mohair or Suri to create a beautiful, lightweight pattern with a lovely lace border.
This design focuses on creating a delicate fabric with a sophisticated drape.
There is also a fingering only version for those with sensitivities to Mohair or Suri.
Size Options
One Size: The finished dimensions are approximately 60" wide by 23.5" deep after blocking.
Final measurements are provided based on the specific row counts and border construction detailed in the pattern.
Gauge Information
4" x 4" = 16 sts x 16 rows.
Materials Needed
Hooks: 5.5 mm and 6 mm Tunisian crochet hooks.
Hooks (Fingering Version): For the fingering-weight-only version, a 7 mm Tunisian hook is used.
Cables: One 47" cable, or a 20" and 47" cable combination with a stopper.
Notions: Stitch markers.
Yarn & Yardage
Yardage requirements differ based on the version you choose:
Mohair/Suri Version:
C1 (Fingering weight): 300 yards.
C2 (Mohair or Suri Lace): 370 yards.
Fingering-Weight-Only Version:
C1: 470 yards.
C2: 378 yards.