Pattern: Icarus by Miriam L. Felton (Fall 2006 Interweave Knits)
Yarn: Just over two skeins Little Knits Indie II (50/50 cashmere silk) in Natural
Needles: Addi Turbo size 3
This was my first real lace project; I have certainly done lace stitches before, but this was my first project using laceweight yarn and tiny needles. Despite the many, many delays and disasters I experienced while working on this project, the final result is everything I hoped it would be. Although I know the recipient, who is not a knitter and doesn't do any sort of handwork, will have no idea what went into making this, I do think she will appreciate the gift--and I will be proud to give it. And it's ready in time for the bridal shower!
Pattern: Icarus by Miriam L. Felton (Fall 2006 Interweave Knits)
Yarn: Just over two skeins Little Knits Indie II (50/50 cashmere silk) in Natural
Needles: Addi Turbo size 3
This was my first real lace project; I have certainly done lace stitches before, but this was my first project using laceweight yarn and tiny needles. Despite the many, many delays and disasters I experienced while working on this project, the final result is everything I hoped it would be. Although I know the recipient, who is not a knitter and doesn't do any sort of handwork, will have no idea what went into making this, I do think she will appreciate the gift--and I will be proud to give it. And it's ready in time for the bridal shower!
Oh Suzanne, it's absolutely beautiful!! You're friend is sure to be thrilled.
ReplyDeleteI just read your previous post and got quite a chuckle out of
"Mom? I can't find my jockstrap and cup!"
"Check my purse."
Your friend is so very, very lucky. I think the shaw is stunning - you look great modeling it.
ReplyDeleteToo bad you can't clone it and have one for yourself.
Congratulations on a job well done!
Goodness, I just commented regarding that shawl. And it's done! And it looks fantastic. Lucky, lucky friend. Are you experiencing separation anxiety with it? Knit one for yourself!
ReplyDeleteYou should try the Shetland Triangle, if you want to do another shawl. It's a great little pattern.
- MJ
It's wonderful! I bet it feels great to be done with it now after all that hard work! very beautiful... hmmm...i think i just might have to knit this shawl myself...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! It looks absolutely beautiful!
ReplyDeleteOh! It's gorgeous! I feel like we should celebrate... pop open a bottle of champagne or something.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!
It's stunning! Congratulations on knitting a shawl anyone would be thrilled to wear.
ReplyDeleteIt's stunning! I'm sure your friend will love it!
ReplyDeleteWOW! You are now in the ranks with the likes of Yarn Harlot and such masters!
ReplyDeleteOh my! That is absolutely gorgeous!!! It is just beautiful! Your friend will love it!
ReplyDeleteDon'tcha just feel all proud!?!?!?! because you should!
ReplyDeleteIt is perfection!! Good, good work.
ReplyDeleteYou have definitely eared a glass of champagne at the shower. (Best get yourself a DD)
Huzzah! It's astonishingly beautiful. You are a lace knitting studmeistress and I am in awe.
ReplyDeleteThe shawl is breathtaking! It looks gorgeous and flawless!
ReplyDeleteHooray, you did it!!
ReplyDeleteIt is stunning on you! You look gorgeous. :)
ReplyDeleteOooooooooo!!!!! That is just...wow.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! your persistence is amazing! The shawl looks great.
ReplyDeleteThat is a absolutely gorgeous piece of work. I am still at the knit/purl scarf stage of knitting, so I, for one, can appreciate what went into that.
ReplyDeleteOMG! That is absolutely stunning.
ReplyDeleteStunning! You've done a great job on this!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Both you and the shawl look stunning. Congratulations on meeting your timeline! I'm sure Icarus will be a hit at the bridal shower.
ReplyDeleteYou finished with time to spare! It came out really beautiful Suzanne. This must be a really, really good friend you are giving Icarus to after all that went into it. She is very lucky...for Icarus and you.
ReplyDeleteMmmmmm, luscious, lacy perfection. Way to go.
ReplyDeleteWow! That is beautiful! I've been considering doing this shawl and it is now definitely on my to-knit list. So pretty.
ReplyDeleteIcarus looks great. We all knew you could do it, with or without the conter. Did you ever find it?
ReplyDeleteHot damn!!! You finished it! It looks absolutely beautiful! After going through hell & back with this shawl, I don't know if I could give it away. I'm sure your friend will be crazy for Icarus.
ReplyDeleteFinished and with time to spare. It is gorgeous, congratulations!
ReplyDeleteIt's absolutely beautiful. I know it's been a hard road getting to this point, but I'm sure your friend will be thrilled with the shawl. Time to knit something for yourself now!
ReplyDeleteAnd to think....I actually got yo touch that beauty. You did yourself proud. Your friend should be thrilled.
ReplyDeleteperfectly fabulous!
ReplyDeletesuch a lucky lucky girl....
it looks soooo good on you....how about another?
This is just breath-taking. Beautiful work - your friend is very lucky, I hope she knows that!
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