I’ve got another finished object to share and I don’t want to wait for next Friday. I bound off and blocked my Scottish Highlands shawl a few days ago but today was the first day warm enough to get outside for good photos. This a beast of a shawl — look at it all pinned out!
I didn’t weigh my leftovers but I’d estimate I used probably 85% of the purple and 95% of the cream. The purple was from gnarledpaw, a skein of Frida Helix Fat that was 600 yards and had a bit of cashmere in it – yummy!!! The cream was Deluxe Sock from Honey Girl Farms and was squishy and soft. It had flecks of purple and burgundy that perfectly complemented the main color. I loved knitting this shawl, except for the last bits of garter stitch where I got a bit bored and ready to move on to the fun lace. And I love how the lace turned out!
This was a satisfying project from start to finish, and honestly, it really underscores for me how different knitters are fulfilled by different things. I adore knitting big shawls with complicated lace but several of my knitting friends don’t. So it makes sense that it would work the opposite way for other things. I can let all you colorwork lovers make your beautiful sweaters and cowls, and know that it’s not for me. Heck, why would I stress myself out trying to knit colorwork when I can make things like this, and enjoy the process??
Other things I’ve loved lately: Book: The Bookish Life by Abbi Waxman. It’s a light read but perfectly delightful, particularly for book-loving introverts. I’ve already started the sequel. Movie: The Lost City. I expected it to be silly and slightly ridiculous, and it was, but it in the best way. It was my kind of absurd humor. TV: Extraordinary, on Hulu. Bonkers and absurd in good ways that make me laugh, but also explores some deeper topics. I haven’t finished the season yet but probably will soon. I also started watching the first season of Abbott Elementary. It’s not quite as good as I expected based on everything I’ve read/heard, but it’s getting better as I go on, and makes for good knitting background.
Happy Saturday, friends.
bonnyknits 
Holy cow! That finished just beautifully. I’ve done a tiny bit of lace. Enough to know that if I don’t have another SIMPLE WIP going, the lace project will make my head hurt. I love the results, but it can be so tedious. (Rewarding though!) And I do agree, different stitches for different bitches. Or something like that. Knit what makes you happy, and know you are never “less than” for passing on the stuff you don’t truly enjoy. Congrats on finishing such a stunning shawl.
Thank you! I love that, “different stitches for different bitches!”
That is one beautiful shawl!!!!
Thank you!!
We love Extraordinary! And your shawl is stunning. Can’t wait to see it modeled at the symphony! I hope you take pics.
Isn’t it a fun show?? Jizzlord is my favorite character!
Mine too!
It is a work of art, you are right to know the lane you like. Lace knitting isn’t for me, but I don’t mind colour-work, we can just appreciate what others do and don’t have to join in.
Thanks, Liz!
This came out beautifully! I love the purple you picked – gives this project just the right feel, I think. Thank you for the book recommendations as well!
Damn! That is really pretty.
Your shawl is just gorgeous! Beautiful lace!!
This is lovely! And the cream lace edging makes the perfect compliment to the purple garter stitch.
I love this shawl, you did a fantastic job!
I loved Abbott Elementary by the end of series one, I agree it was a slightly slow burn. I’m saving series two for a good knitting day.
I ended up binging all the episodes available so now I’m stuck waiting for a new one each week, alas!
Oh no, like the olden times! 🤣