SIZE: Approximately 21” height x 91” width, blocked.
MATERIALS:
Expression Fiber Arts Luster Sport
Shown in colors : Allegory (a), Old Photographs (b), and Foreshadow (c)
(a) 2 skeins, (b) 1 skein, (c) 1 skein
If those colors aren't available, any from this category will work. A total of 1100 yards were used for the sample shown.
NEEDLES:
US size 6 (4.0 mm) 40” circular or longer to accommodate the large number of sts.
US size 7 (4.5 mm) 40” or longer to work the edging.
Adventurous Beginner- This pattern is for those who are comfortable knitting textured patterns and are ready to learn some new skills (striping colors, slipping sts and adding an edging).
Notes From the Designer:
•You’ll feel like royalty every time you wear this large, semi-circular shawl that looks more complicated to knit than it actually is! A simple slip stitch pattern worked in two colors on larger needles gives a feeling of depth to this piece, and a Japanese lace edging adds a fun but elegant flourish to the hem.
•Shawl begins with a garter tab CO and is shaped by increasing only at the edges, so there is no center spine to interrupt the flow of the texture pattern.
•When working the body in 2 colors, color A will be the dominant color, while color B will add depth from the background. If you prefer to work the body in one color, you certainly can: the focus will be more on texture than color and will create a subtle accessory that can be worn anywhere.
•After completion of the body, a small number of sts are CO to work the sideways edging. I recommend working the edging on a needle one size larger than you used for the body, to allow the edging to stretch and drape properly. The edging can be worked in a third color, as shown, in one of the two body colors, or the entire shawl can be worked in one color. As always, there is room in the color selection to make a piece that is truly yours.
•When I named this piece, I had been replaying one of my favorite video games, Tales of Xillia. I don’t often have time to play, but sometimes I like to go back to a game with a good storyline. This piece is named after one of the main characters, Milla Maxwell. Milla loses nearly everything she knows throughout the game, but chooses to build something new for those around her, and in the end becomes a new Milla. At the time, the name just sounded good, but perhaps it’s also an unwitting metaphor for us all?
•Click the Videos tab to watch a video of this pattern!
You'll receive a digital file only (instantly downloadable as a PDF) and won't be shipped anything. Please allow a few minutes for the download link to be emailed to you. If the email doesn't arrive within a few minutes, just log into your account on our site and you'll see your Completed Orders. From there, you'll find the download link.
Enjoy your knitting.
Chandi
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Customer Reviews 5 (36 Reviews) Write a Review
Milla
This pattern Is beautiful. I love to knit It. Thank you Daniela (from Italy)
Milla
Love this pattern so much that I made 2 in different types of yarn. They look gorgeous wrapped around your neck. Thank you EFA!
Milla
This is a stunning pattern. I made it with bamboo yarn (which was more difficult than I expected), and it looks intricate with an amazing drape. I cannot wait to make it again with easier yarn--as suggested in the pattern. The only thing is that to get any length down your back, you need to make it very long on the sides. I wish there were instructions to make it wider and shorter on the sides. Is that possible?
PAT294
I like the pattern, but I have not started, yet.
Milla
I like the pattern, but I have not started yet.
Milla
I have not started the project, but I like the pattern and the colorway.
I love the pattern
I have not started it yet as I have a couple of other projects on the go but will attempt it as soon as I can
Milla
I love the pattern. I haven't started yet. When I can afford to get the yarn for it, I will order it
Milla
Love the pattern, but haven't received the yarn yet. Can't wait to get started! Chandi is the best!
Milla
I have'nt received my yarn yet but can't wait to start this shawi and Pemberely. They are both so beautiful. Love Chandi's salesmanship!
Buttons
The buttons are cute, but there are no care instructions or info on the material, therefore I can’t give them a higher rating.
Buttons
These buttons are cute, but I wish care instructions and info regarding the material they were made of had been included. This is why I didn’t give them a higher rating.
Milla Shawl
This shawl is gorgeous! It has both a simplicity ( the swaths of knitting) and a complexity (in the lace edging) that I find interesting.
Milla
Well written pattern can't wait to start knitting
Milla
A beautiful shawl pattern but all of your patterns are pretty and easy to follow. Thanks for your great tutorials!
Milla
Fabulous pattern with detailed, precise instructions to guide you every step of the way. Thank you.
Milla
Will be hoping to give as gift - love pattern.
Milla
Very cute pattern. Very anxious to try it!
Milla
I just started yesterday and I am already planning colors for a second one as a gift for my beat friend. Thank you for a truly lovely pattern.
Milla
I am already planning my next color combination of this beautiful shawl and I only started it yesterday. Thank you for a truly lovely pattern
Milla
Just like every pattern you gift us, you works are exquisite!
Milla
Just like every pattern you gift us, your works are exquisite!
Beautiful
Beautiful, elegant...I love it!
Milla
This pattern works up fast and even though it is simple, it looks more regal with the edging. A+ pattern
Oops on my part!
Love this shawl but I didn’t pay attention and I don’t knit , I crochet. Hopefully, something similar will be in crochet sometime...or I’ll learn to knit!
Milla Pattern
Thank you so much for this pattern. It's one of the three I'm making as a Christmas present.
Pattern
Love it! Easy way download the latter I am just beginning and patterns looks great and very clear. Thank you
Milla pattern
love the download process, it is so easy. i have not started this yet, but it is in my queue (along with so many other patterns) for the future, it looks gorgeous.
Milla
Beautiful shawl. Can't wait to knit it.
Beautiful
I made one for my best friend for Christmas such an amazing and beautiful pattern
Beautiful
I bought different yarn to make this for my best friend for Christmas, my sister saw it and I will be making another one! Such a beautiful and easy pattern
Milla
All of your patterns are easy to follow and well written. This one knits up quickly and you will often just stop and marvel at how pretty it is as you are knitting!! I love Expression Fiber Arts for so many reasons! Luscious yarns in beautiful colors, gorgeous well written and easy to follow patterns and an owner who gets me! I love the uplifting, inspirational messages she gives in her Instagram videos!
Simply gorgeous !
I have not knit this yet but I have my yarn. You are so generous with your patterns I can't keep up. I reviewed the pattern and it is well written.
Milla
Beautifull stitch
Milla
The tutorial on Youtube was great in helping to select this pattern. I will be using yarn from stash. I love it!!
Milla
I love the pattern. Simple and elegant