I know that probably everyone in the world reads Soule Mama, but I only started reading the blog regularly since around Christmas. It took me a while to warm up to the blog because I don't have little ones any more and Soule Mama tends to be more appealing to those who still have small children at home. However, slowly the blog grew on me primarily because I really enjoy the photographs of everyday things and moments, and the lovely writing by both Amanda Soule and her husband who guest blogs every now and then. I was reading this post and fell in love with the shawl because I am definitely a shawl person. The pattern is most excellent because it is easy and simple - I had some amazing yarn and I wanted the yarn to be the guest star rather than the pattern. Also, in case you did not know, I am on a true yarn diet - no new yarn for a year, so I need to knit things from the stash. For those who are interested, the yarn is hand-dyed Lorna's Laces wool and silk blend - so soft and fluid.
Although it is March, Calgary is still cold with snow on the ground - we could easily get another snow storm, or temperatures down in the -20C and as I am writing this it is -15C. This shawl keeps the chill off even when I am sitting in my drafty spot by the window in my favorite chair. It will be perfect for wrapping around me when I sit outside to have my coffee on those days when it finally gets a little warmer. I also have to say that this pattern of alternating sections of stockinette and garter stitch is a very soothing knit. This is one of my favorite knits so far.
Happy weekend everyone.
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I can see why the shawl is appealing yet so simple. The yarn does the talking and you just follow along.
We are hoping for warm weather this weekend and i can tell you, am done with winter.
i'm still on a yarn diet as well. good luck this year! your shawl is beautiful, and your hair is so pretty!
Such a beautiful shawl. You did a fantastic job! That must have knitted up really quickly, too.
Very beautiful. I've only ever worked with Lorna's Laces sock yarn once and was on the fence about it. But that yarn looks scrumptious, I might have to give it another whirl.
It looks beautiful! I love Lorna's Laces. :-)
Love it! I'm knitting a very similar shawl right now in a charcoal gray. Can't wait to wear it. :o)
i am knitting the exact same shawl and was inspired by Soule Mama...i anticipate it might be a while because of my many small children...yours looks awesome!
I like your idea of the yarn diet, I should do the same. I'm most definitely a shawl/scarf person, in winter and in summer: wool, silk, cotton, hemp.
wow that is a gorgeous shawl, you've totally inspired me to use some of the Lorna's in my stash!
I'm also a HUGE shawl person. My favorite shawl is my most precious item of clothing.
Just gorgeous! The yarn is so perfect for the shawl design.
Cosiness in knit form; lovely. Glad that work stresses can be transformed into something so wonderful.
er...I don't read that blog.....maybe I will now (didn't know of it).....the shawl is beautiful and does look especially good with your hair!
-15...yikes!
Wow...love that blog! Thanks for alerting me!I was under a rock apparently!
I love your knitted shawl, I have a collection that I use all the time, always warm and cosy.
I think you chose the perfect yarn - it looks so wonderful (and so does your hair!) Hope it warms up for you soon - it's very cold here at the moment, but at least we have some sunshine. x
I saw the shawl at Soule Mama and it's gone on my 'items to try at some point' list. I'm still knitting Wisp. I'm a terrible procrastinator in my crafting as I like to swap between projects. Your shawl is beautiful - as is your hair!
Oh Raina, that is a gorgeous shawl, it looks so beautiful against your hair.
I'm a shawl girl, too, Raina! This one is lovely..I like the combo of garter & stockinette with this particular colorway of yarn you've chosen. Beautiful! Coincidentally, I'm on a yarn diet too...a yarn diet, a fabric diet and a bead diet...basically all around crafting diet! LOL! So far so good... And good luck with you diet too. ;o) Happy weekend ahead, my friend ((HUGS))
I am fond of shawls too. Yours is beautiful!
A shawl is like a quilt ~ it wraps you in stitches of love.
lovely! really a unique shawl...soule mama is amazing...
It's beautiful Raina! I've never been a shawl person, but I'm thinking I easily could be. Did you see the beautiful shawl(s) that one of the Mason Dixon Knitting girls has been making?
Sometimes simple is stunning, as in this case.
I love her blog too. Her photography makes me swoon. =]
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am laughing at your yarn diet!
The shawl is gorgeous!
That's a lovely shawl, such soothing soft browns, quite becoming.
I didn't know about Soule Mama... sweet blog.
Are you the model of the shawl? If so, you have gorgeous blonde hair! The shawl looks wonderful too. I love that you call yourself a "shawl person"!
I find that sometimes the simple knits are the most lovely. That shawl looks beautiful on you.
oh,Raina...absolutely gorgeous!!
I'm knitting a SYE shawl at the moment too - it's a soothing knit isn't it?
It is indeed a beautiful shawl... and a beautiful blonde mane too.
The shawl is beautiful! and that hair....:)
I go on feeling envious of your photos! I wish I knew how to photograph!
you must never run out of fun things to wear! i really want to learn to knit, but i need start-up materials and like you, i'm trying to be frugal...mostly failing, but trying like hell :) the temptation at the craft store is just too great...
I've never read her blog. I want a shaw now. I used to love to twirl around in my mom's when I was little.
Is that your hair? Gorgeous!
What a beautiful, simple, shawl, and the yarn is such a sweet and calm color, fits the pattern perfectly.
This may not be Calgary, but here in Minnesota, we've got another winter storm hitting us today... sigh... spring will come, eventually, right?
Happy knitting-
ali
absolutely beautiful Raina! Bravo!!
Maybe you can wear it out to a celebration dinner after your 1/2 marathon :)
So beautiful!!!
Gorgeous shawl! I love the simplicity of the pattern and the yarn you choose is sooo pretty! Now I want one!
Beautiful...simple pattern that shows off the lovely yarn color...well matched!
The shawl is lovely - perfect pattern for showing off that lovely yarn. And what beautiful hair you have!
I have to admit that I have trouble relating to "mommy blogs", for lack of a better term, but Soule Mama has been an exception. I think that I've been reading her for about three years. When I discovered the blog, I went back through and read every single post. It is a glorious place to visit.
I absolutely adore this piece. Really beautiful, Raina. xoxo
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