I’m very happy to introduce a new pattern collection: the Arch Shawl Collection. Comprised of 3 patterns, the Arch Shawl features stitch motifs inspired by elements of Venetian architecture. I don’t claim to be an expert on architecture, but the vast buildings throughout Italy inspired me to create shawls based on the styles used in their unique structures.
Lancet Shawl is modeled after the Gothic lancet arches favored by Venetians, with the elaborate points of mimicking the dramatic arches in buildings across the canals. One of three in a series, the Lancet Shawl uses lace weight to emphasize the openwork lace motif.
Lancet Shawl, $6: 
buy Arch Shawls collection now ($16)
3 patterns: Lancet Shawl (shown), Squinch Shawl, and Voussoir Shawl
Yarn shown: Little Red Bicycle Unicycle Lace (100% superwash merino, 840 yards per 100 grams). Color shown: Ursula. Approximately 420 yards required.
Needles: US 6 (4mm) and US 7 (4.5mm) Circulars recommended due to item construction. 5 sts per inch (US 6), stockinette stitch.
Finished size: 13.5 inches at deepest point, 68 inch wingspan.
Welcome to feministy.com, the website of designer Liz Abinante. I like to design fashionable knitwear garments and accessories for women. I'm best known for my original shawl pattern, Traveling Woman. I try to design each pattern with multiple options so knitters can use a different yarn, gauge, or needle to create the project of their dreams. I love to 
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Amazing photo, Colin… and love those stockings, E! <3 You absolutely rock them.
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