Monday, October 10, 2016

Fall Finish

Hey you guys I finished my shawl! First big knitted object for me and boy did I learn a few things along the way. Like a garter tab cast on, M1L and R, and spit splicing (always wanted to try that).  A big shout out to my Mom for helping me through a few rough patches.  I spent this entire past weekend on my butt knitting the last 2 sections, making fringe and blocking.  The Shelter yarn was really nice to work with and smelled particularly sheepy :) 
I'm still working on my nine patch quilt, and a crocheted blanket, but am itching to cast on the next knitting project, which will either be another shawl or a hat.  I ordered some yarn to make an Arika too, but maybe I'll wait until it arrives and finish up the quilt first.
The last two pictures are of a notions bag, which is made out of some kind of recycled vinyl, and is virtually indestructible.  I love that aqua sewing machine.  The fabric was bought at my local fabric store which I just heard is going out of business at the end of the year.  That puts the next closest fabric shop about 45 minutes away. Bummer.
Hope you all have a good week.  I have NOTHING going on this week, first time in a long time, except an appointment to get the septic tank pumped on Friday, which is kind of crappy hahaha. That's how exciting my life is. 

8 comments:

  1. Sounds like you are going to need more time to visit your LQS and plan accordingly! Of course, it could save you money too!
    Love the shawl Lynne! I have never made one, so I really admire the skill that must have taken! Enjoy wearing it!

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  2. The shawl is beautiful, Lynne. Well done.

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  3. That is a beautiful finish! Nice job ♥

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  4. Your shawl is beautiful! Love the notions bag. Sorry to hear about your local fabric store closing. Same thing here, I now have to drive 45 minutes if I need fabric, zippers or thread.

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  5. You learned how to knit! Thats wonderful and the shawl also.
    KATRIN W.

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  6. That shawl is so dreamy. Your fabric shop closing makes me want to give you a hug...

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  7. I think you should fill your days with knitting and sewing, think how relaxed you will be. I am loving the shawl, perfect color and perfect pattern. You did a fabulous job.
    Meredith

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You guys are awesome! Thank you for the comments!