Besides, though the pattern is really really long due to the V-shape construction, it can be knitted up very fast. I am quite sure I would still be stuck with the knitting of the Wavy Lace Shawl if I hadn't switched ... and not feeling the love!
I'd love to have a picture showing me wearing the shawl, however, those taken were not very good in showing how it looks. Therefore, you have to put up with a model-less outdoor shot:
This is the first shawl I made for myself. The V-shape makes it rest on the shoulders securely. It is much more convenient that wearing a sweater because there are no bulky sleeves ... therefore very good for keeping warm at home while I can knit, read, write, use the computer freely. I can also use it as a lapghan. I also like the way Wendy wore it in the pattern.
Details:
Pattern and Modifications: Ella designed by Wendy Wonnacott from Fall 2005 Knitty
This is a very well-written and easy-to-follow pattern. Once you finish with the increasing section 2, the knitting becomes very fast and you'll find that you can finish in no time! Though I printed out all the charts for the 9 sections, I actually just followed the written instructions for the whole knitting process. I think perhaps I should really practice more with knitting from charts.
Yarns: Araucania Nature Wool (100% Wool) Col: 24
The yarn is not luxurious super soft wool, but it softened significantly after washing and it is not itchy. I have a feeling that it would make quite hard-wearing fabrics. One more plus to the yarn ... it is very warm! I don't think I would use it for sweater as I don't really like variegated-coloured sweaters, but for shawls or scarves, this would be an economical but nice choice. I used 3 skeins for Ella and still have 3 remaining. I am looking for ideas to use them up. Maybe a hat.
Measurements, Gauge and Needles: The gauge stated on the label is 18 stitches to 4" using US 5-7. But I haven't swatched to get the gauge (do I really have to?). Here are the measurements of my shawl:
Not quite the same as in the pattern. The needles I used are US8.
17 comments:
It's gorgeous! You're right - it shows off variegated yarns beautifully, both the ones you used, and the original one in the pattern. Enjoy wearing it!
really unusual shape, nice colour. Looks like it will be able to keep you warm.
I think you made the absolute right decision in changing patterns. Ella turned out wonderfully with your yarn choice.
It's stunning!! The yarn really does match very well with the project.
So beautiful Agnes! I'm glad your first shawl (for you!) turned out so perfectly! Great eye for marrying pattern to complimentary yarn!
Wear it well and with joy, great first FO of 2006!
She is gorgeous!! Bravissima!
Beautiful! The yarn is gorgeous!
Fabulous! You did an amazing job. And I'm so glad you knit yourself a shawl!
It's a beautiful shawl! I like it's shape and you are right, the pattern is great for the variegated yarn. I'll keep this pattern in mind.
wow!!! it looks gorgeous!! great job! =)
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Beautiful--the yarn and the knitting.
is it sacreligious to say that I like yours better than Zib's? Very nicely done!
It's beautiful!
It's really gorgeous, enjoy wearing it often!
Very pretty color and shape. I think it needs to be modeled.
;-)
Gorgeous!
Oh! It's so pretty! I have been thinking about trying this pattern, nice to hear notes on how it is to knit.
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