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Friday
FO Report: Charlotte's in Koigu
Okay, without further adieu:
FO Report: Charlotte's Web
Designer: Maie Landry (I think?)
Pattern Source: Koigu pattern available here
Yarn: Koigu KPPPM in ... (sorry, colors to be updated later)
Yarn Source: Shuttles
Needle Size: US 6 (and yes, I bought some Addi Turbos just for this project, and it was totally worthwhile)
Gauge: more or less whatever the pattern said
Date Completed: March 2005
Recipient: Me!
Yes, you knew that I had to include the ubiquitous photo-on-the-fence, right?*
In addition to restating everything that I said about my chunky version of this pattern, let me first restate yet again that I love this pattern!
This shawl has a totally different feel than my chunky version. It sits easier on my shoulders ... it has that soft merino-feel to it (not that I don't love Noro Iro, but it's got that scratchy factor even after it soaks in hair conditioner) ... it's great for sitting on my shoulders when I blog in my chilly basement ... and the colors!!!
If I were to do this over again (and I will certainly attempt another in my future), I'd choose colors with a greater contrast between them. With the exception of hank #1, the others are mostly blue-ish. I'd choose five separate colors that had a hint of color in them that tied them all together.
What about the fringe, you ask? If you remember, I experienced some extreme indecision (really, no big shock if you read my blog regularly). Crochet or no crochet? Fringe or no fringe? I think that the next time I do this, I'll use a picot bind-off as it's a fabulous bind-off and you don't have to crochet it. I would've liked a crochet border, but I'm honestly not a big crochet fan -- I just don't enjoy doing it. So, why spend precious minutes of one's life doing something one doesn't enjoy? This was mainly the reason for a non-crochet border ... also, I asked myself, "Self, where are you going to wear this shawl?" And I had to admit that the answer had to do with summer weddings, actual dates with the DH, and other "fancier" things. "Fancier" to me means that a little fringe is called for, even if I'm not a real "fringe" girl. Time will only tell how happy I am with this or not ... Here's a closeup:
This is like the fringe on the Lady Eleanor Shawl from the book Scarf Style. (If I only had 12 skeins of Noro lurking around my stash, I think I'd make that, too.)
And here's a final shot of the shawl on my table.
If you're considering making this shawl and you're in doubt, just go make one of these shawls! It'll be worth it, and I find it to be a fairly easy and workable lace pattern for a novice lace knitter.
*And, if you're wondering about the fancy pancy cut-out-effect on this photo above, rest assured that it's only because so many weeds were growing in the corner of this photo that I thought I'd not expose you to their distasteful presence in the portrait.
Posted at 4/1/2005 7:48:49 pm by Jen
 | | | charisse
April 6, 2005 12:31 AM PDT
That's Beautiful!!!!!
I have to attempt one someday | |
| | | Leah
April 5, 2005 08:32 AM PDT
She turned out so pretty! I like your fringe more than just a regular fringe... I'm going through the same indecision right now. Maybe I'll try a picot bind off... I'll have to look that one up since I'm still a newbie knitter. | |
| | | Amy
April 3, 2005 05:55 PM PDT
Your Charlotte turned out beautiful! I like the knotted fringe you chose. I'm working on my second and am considering how to handle the edging on this one. | |
| | | Cyn
April 2, 2005 10:09 AM PST
I actually LIKE crocheting. Making blizzard from Scarfstyle (WIP). Will u be at Lesley's? | |
| | | Wendy G
April 2, 2005 07:07 AM PST
Charlotte looks beautiful. | |
| | | marirob
April 2, 2005 07:02 AM PST
Beautiful shawl! I love the colors you chose. I'm tempted to make one.
Jenifer - thanks for the nice comments on my blog! About Unbiased, I defintely had a fun time making it, even though the silk is a little tough to work with. I used it for the first time yesterday, and I think it's works well as a weekend bag. It fit my wallet, keys, and phone just fine. I can't see using it everyday though. If you want to use it more often, or put more stuff in it, I would make it deeper and maybe line it. I'll probably make another one as a gift sometime soon, so I'll make sure to update you on v.2! | |
| | | Gracie
April 1, 2005 11:20 PM PST
Gorgeous! I love the shot of it on the fence! Good choice with the fringe! | |
| | | grumperina
April 1, 2005 08:37 PM PST
It's really gorgeous! I think you chose a very nice fringe. | |
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