Pattern: Gail (Nightsongs) by Jane Araujo
Yarn: Golden Chai 100% Tussah silk, color 38, by Artfibers
Amount Used: ~850 yds
Needles: KnitPicks Options size 8, 47-inch circular
Yarn: Golden Chai 100% Tussah silk, color 38, by Artfibers
Amount Used: ~850 yds
Needles: KnitPicks Options size 8, 47-inch circular
Pin: Mohawkite from Copper Country, Upper Peninsula, Michigan
I absolutely love this shawl. The color is a variegated, pale, dusty lavender-lilac, and the drape, especially with the beads added, is perfect. The beads themselves give it a sparkle which really glistens in the sunlight, a glisten I have found very difficult to capture on camera.
The pattern itself was difficult to follow, unnecessarily so. I got lots of tips from others who have knit this shawl, and took plenty of notes myself, but I don't know that I will knit this again. I knit 7 full repeats of the pattern, and half of an 8th repeat. I started the border on Row 5, I believe. I chose not to knit the double yarn overs in the center, and instead knit one yarn over on either side of a center stitch.
Lilac beads - Miyuki triangle, foil lined, size 5, from Beadweaver
This is the first shawl I used my new blocking wires on, from Threadbear. I didn't think I really needed them, because I had used small wooden dowels in the past, but of course, the wood is not flexible. I have found that the wires are more suitable for lacework. The wires are great, and it takes less time to block with them. They slide easily through small holes in fine lace, and are slightly bendable for shaping, if needed.
That is gorgeous, Trish...you are gonna channel Stevie Nicks with that! I love it!
Posted by: betsy | July 09, 2009 at 07:44 PM
Wow! That is gorgeous! And with that clematis in the background . . . stunning! :-)
Posted by: Kym | July 10, 2009 at 11:48 AM
OHH that is beautiful!!
Posted by: Michelle | July 10, 2009 at 01:06 PM
Absolutely GORGEOUS!
Posted by: Marie | July 10, 2009 at 01:51 PM
Beautiful work, Trish and that brooch is a classic touch.
Posted by: knitman | July 12, 2009 at 02:46 PM
Wow!... Trish, your shawl is gorgeous, and the broach is a wonderful addition.
Posted by: Stephen | July 14, 2009 at 11:42 AM
Greetings from Florida! Trish, you are absolutely amazing. Just caught up on your blog and am astounded at the patterns you attempt and complete flawlessly. Miss you very much, Miss Pam
Posted by: Pam Austin | August 01, 2009 at 05:26 PM