From the book: This is an introductory lace project suitable for the beginning knitter. The wide, shallow triangle can be tied in a knot and worn at the shoulder, the hip, or any way you wish. A knit picot edging with a bead knitted onto every third picot adds a bit of weight and style. Kit includes Yarn. Pattern Book is optional. Pattern is in Victorian Lace Today. Suggested US 5 straight needles and 64 light-weight wooden beads to fit yarn not included. Gauge is 20 sts = 4".