Maratea Shawl

Maratea is a triangular lace shawl featuring an all-over goblet lace pattern that flows seamlessly into a simple yet decorative lace edging. The lace patterns are straightforward and easy to remember, making this shawl a relaxing yet engaging knit. Worked from the center top down in fingering-weight yarn, Maratea is a perfect wrap for cool fall days or air-conditioned spaces in the summer.

Finished Measurements

• Length along top edge after blocking: 66 inches (168 cm).
• Depth from top edge to center of bottom edge after blocking: 32 inches (81 cm).

Gauge

20 sts/28 rows = 4 x 4 inches (10 x 10 cm) in stockinette stitch unblocked.

Materials Needed

• Fingering weight wool blend or 100% wool yarn.
• Approximate yardage: 600 yds (550 m).
• US #7/4.5mm circular needle (29-inch length or longer) or size needed to obtain gauge.
• 3 stitch markers.
• Darning needle.

Yarn Used

Araucania Ranco Solid [75% wool, 25% polyamide; 376 yds/344 m per 100g skein]; color: 114; 2 skeins.

Techniques

• Lace knitting
• Stockinette stitch
• Top-down triangular shaping

Pattern Notes

The shawl is worked from the top center down, beginning with a garter-tab cast-on. The goblet lace pattern runs throughout the shawl, flowing naturally into the elegant lace edging. Maratea is a versatile and timeless accessory, suitable for both casual and formal outfits.