Named for the grand estate in Mansfield Park, Sotherton Garden evokes the balance of formality and wildness found in its walled walks and untamed grounds. Structured lace arcs and flowing motifs echo the charm of a cultivated garden with secrets just beyond the gate. Built on the classic half-pi framework, it combines simple and magical shaping with engaging lace stitches. The DK weight yarn creates a shawl that’s both substantial and elegant, perfect for wrapping up in comfort and style.

Yarn: Wonderland Yarns “Lory” DK weight, 100% sw merino: 4 oz / 280 yds: 2 skeins, shown in 'Riverbank' colorway 

Needles & Notions: US size 8/5 mm circular needle, 30"/75 cm or longer to accommodate stitches OR size needed to get proper gauge, knitting needle 2-3 sizes larger than gauge needle for binding off (optional), yarn needle, stitch markers (optional, to mark chart repeats)

Gauge: 18 sts & 30 rows = 4"/10 cm in stockinette stitch, blocked
Note: Everyone hates swatching — us included! However, gauge for this shawl is important to ensure you have enough yarn to finish. You may need to unravel your gauge swatch and use that yarn as well.

Measurements: 62"/157 cm wingspan & 26"/66 cm deep

Techniques: lace knitting, stretchy bind-off (optional), picot bind-off (optional), knitted cast-on (optional with picot bind-off)