During the 18th century, sailors of the Royal Navy used tar to waterproof their work clothing and thus came to be called Jack Tars. This perky, everyday hap shawl in two sizes (petite/tall) is worked from neck to hem in simple stitches and color sequences on larger needles; it is an excellent choice for a beginning shawl project. Work the colors as stated in the pattern or devise an alternate scheme to add a personal touch; this design lends itself to endless variations and is easily resized to suit one’s yarn supply and/or ambition.
Suggested Yarns:
, , , , , , or any longwool fingering yarn that knits to pattern gauge.
Substituting yarn and/or needles may result in an overall variation in size and drape.
Finished Size:
64(80) inches across top edge and 24(36) inches long at center back (blocked)
Yarn Requirements:
Yarn Requirements:
MC (black): 230(460) yards
CC1 (light gray): 90(200) yards
CC2 (dark gray): 50(125) yards
CC3 (white): 70(150) yards
Gauge:
20 sts and 28 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in stockinette on smaller needles (unblocked)
size 7US (4.5 mm) 24-inch circular needle and DPNs for body (or size to obtain correct gauge)
size 8US (5.0 mm) 32-inch circular needle for hem (or .5 mm larger than gauge needle)
