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This makes it easier to keep track of the increases by having 'spokes' of spaces at the points where the increases are needed, and of course it also looks good. A variant which is 3/4 instead of 1/2 circle is here: http://www.ravelry.com/projects/purpleiguana/sort-of-half-circle-shawl-2; the chief difference is that it starts with 9dc instead of 7dc.

The Small Talk Shawl is a top down shawl that is not a triangle and sits well on the shoulders. It is composed of leaves, a modified center point, and can be made to any size desired. The author chose to use a sock yarn, but it can be done in any weight with appropriate hook.