Autumn Berries Shawl

Autumn Berries is a beautifully versatile shawl and full of scrumptious texture. Wear it in the traditional way, draped around chilly shoulders or wrap it snuggly around your neck as a flattering scarf. It was inspired by the local hedgerows laden with September blackberries in all their ripening hues from green to rich purple and the wicker baskets in which they are often collected. The top of the shawl is reminiscent of these lovely baskets, its criss-crossing weaves lead into pretty ribs of floral/leaf-like designs, that represent the bramble leaves and the wildflowers that often clamber up them. These in turn are followed by the luscious berries themselves and a looser ‘basket weave’ pattern provides the final section. A pretty, berry cast-off then completes your lovely project. Make it in Aran weight yarn for a cosy garment to keep out the cold of the deepest winter days or choose a gorgeous lace weight for a light as a feather version that still adds warmth and looks equally lovely.