A Melanie Berg Shawl Inspired by the Rhine

Posted on July 17, 2026

A Melanie Berg Shawl Inspired by the Rhine

Loreley by Melanie Berg
Rosy Green Wool Lovely Merino Treat, colors 148 Reed, 150 Pistachio

Wrap yourself in this luscious tone on tone shawl by designer Melanie Berg. An eyelet & diamond pattern brings the shawl to life & creates an intriguing three dimensional quality.

The shawl is named after Loreley Rock on the Rhine shore & has an easy to memorize geometric lace pattern for long, relaxed knitting sessions. Melanie chose watery shades of green inspired by the gentle river & sandy shore.

With incredible drape & softness, Rosy Green Wool Lovely Merino Treat (DK weight) is a wonderful choice for the piece. The organic, non-mulesed wool (19.5 micron, extra fine Merino) is sourced from Patagonia, then spun & dyed in Portugal using traditional machines with a focus on preserving elasticity & softness.

Keep the shawl serene with a soft tone on tone look or go with higher contrast colors for a bold take!

Loreley Materials:

Finished dimensions: 82.5” wingspan along top edge & 31.5” deep

  • MC: 3 skeins Rosy Green Wool Lovely Merino Treat, photo sample in color 148 Reed
  • CC (border): 1 skein Rosy Green Wool Lovely Merino Treat, photo sample in color 150 Pistachio
  • Size US 5, 40”-60” circular needle

Enjoy free domestic U.S. shipping & complimentary ball winding!

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Happy Knitting!
The Wool & Co. Team