This project is an excellent introduction to lace knitting and the resulting shawl is so easy to wear. Pattern by Jill Draper. 

Skill level: Beginner

Yarn: Any worsted-weight yarn; Jill uses one hank JDMS Splendor Sock Yarn

Needles: Size 7 -10  (4.5-6mm)

Gauge: The sample shown is approximately 16 sts = 4" (10 cm) in stockinette stitch, though gauge isn’t super important for this project