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Designed by Caroline Sommerfeld
The Greenlander Shawl draws inspiration from the Saga of the Greenlanders, an Icelandic narrative chronicling Greenland's settlement and the Norse colonization of North America. Much like the saga's unfolding story, this shawl takes us on a journey, beginning with the dark Norwegian fjords mirroring the starlit skies. From there, it ventures into the voyages of Eric and his intrepid followers, who on their journey find themselves lost amidst mists and tumultuous waves, ultimately finding safe harbor in Greenland. Here, they establish homes, constructing longhouses, tilling the soil, tending to farm animals, and hunting walrus. However, as the climate grows colder and drier, the settlers eventually leave. Some previously set their course for Vinland, while others return to their homelands in Iceland and Norway, sailing the vast expanse of deep water and the timeless starlit nights.
This shawl's design is based on a traditional Scandinavian shape, and its yarn holds a rich heritage, mirroring the warmth it provided to the brave Vikings of yore. As you wrap yourself in this shawl, you'll find comfort and a connection to the sagas, just as it once comforted those adventurous souls who dared to explore the unknown.
Finished Measurements: From tip to tip across the top: 232.5 cm / 91 ½"; Depth at midpoint: 79 cm / 31"; Length of side: 155 cm / 61"
The sample is shown in Just Before Midnight (C1) 1 skein; Au Naturel (C2) 2 skeins; Birch Leaves (C3) 1 skein; Misty Mountains (C4) 1 skein.
Yarn Requirements: One skein each of C1, C3, C4 and two skeins C2, for a total of 5 skeins.
Needle Size: One set 4.0 mm / US 40"circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. Size 7 (4.5mm): Double pointed needle (dpn). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge. Used for i-Cord Cast-off.
Herlig DK - 50% Viking Norway Wool / 50% Merino WoolPattern Errata - Ancient Arts Yarns (ancientartsfibre.com)
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