Bassenfell Knitting Pattern

An asymmetrical garter stitch shawl with three columns of textural cluster stitches. Bassenfell is worked from tip to tip with a clean i-cord edging to give it a graphic feel. Originally designed for Cumbria Fingering, this new version in Luma has beautiful stitch definition and a generous, cosy feel that is much needed on cool Spring days.

GARMENT MEASUREMENTS: 230 cm (90.5 in) wingspan along the top edge and 42 cm (16.5 in) width
YARN: The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering (60% merino wool, 30% Masham wool, 10% mohair; 300m (328yds) per 100 g skein); shown in Helvellyn – 2 skeins.
The Fibre Co. Luma (50% merino wool, 25% organic cotton, 15% linen, 10% silk, 125 m (137 yds) per 50 g skeins); shown in shade Basil - 4 skeins 
NEEDLES: 3.75mm (US 5) 80 cm (32 in) circular needle (or size to obtain gauge) when working Cumbria Fingering.
4mm (US 6) 80cm (32 in) circular needle (or size to obtain gauge) when working Luma.
EXTRAS: Stitch markers
TENSION: 20 sts and 32 rows to 10 cm (4 in) in Cumbria Fingering, measured over garter stitch after blocking using 3.75mm (US 5) needles.
20 sts and 32 rows to 10 cm (4 in) in Luma, measured over garter stitch after blocking using 4mm (US 6) needles.