This shawl’s construction begins with the edging. Yarn over loops are created along the top edge and then picked up along the entire strip of edging. The shawl is then worked inwards, thus reducing the number of the stitches on the needles every row! The lace patterns featured in the edging and border are both of Shetland origin. Fern Lace is an easy to memorize and distinctive pattern. Wast Side refers to the West Side of Shetland, where my parents live.

Sizes
Approximately 45 inches/114 cm (52 inches/132 cm wide) and 18 inches/45.5 cm (21 inches/53 cm) long.

Yarn
450 (550) yrds fingering (4ply) or laceweight yarn.

Materials
US #6/4mm 24 inch circular needle
US #6/4mm DPNʼs (or two straights)
Stitch Markers
Tapestry Needle

Gauge
20 sts and 32 rows= 4 inches in
Stockinette St using US #6/4mm needles. (Exact gauge is not crucial)