Gloves and a Scarf



As you can see, I finished a few projects and I am thrilled to have them completed and out of my knitting bag.  The gloves are tucked away for when the fall cool weather arrives-just think I have something new to wear!



This scarf was truly a labor of love.  The knitting was a bit fiddly because of the sleek yarn.  The entire time I was knitting, I was thinking and worrying about whether I would have enough yarn.  Oh my, what a waste of time.  Once again, the magic of blocking cured all of the worries!!  This knit blocked out beautifully and you know, I have one other skein in a light gray and might subject myself to more knitting torture to have another scarf :)


Comments

  1. mamasmercantileApril 29, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    A beautiful treat to bring out when the weather turns again, those gloves are delightful. However the colour and design of the scarf is sheer bliss, a definite favourite.

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  2. AnkeApril 29, 2014 at 9:17 AM

    The scarf and the gloves are gorgeous! Time well spent!

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  3. Tracey ~ CloverApril 29, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    I love the gloves, but the scarf is just drop dead gorgeous Karen!

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  4. Deborah HamiltonApril 29, 2014 at 9:25 AM

    They are both beautiful. You have something nice to look forward to next autumn.

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  5. margeneApril 29, 2014 at 10:42 AM

    Your scarf was well worth the effort! Beautiful color, pattern and the fabric must feel decadent. The gloves look warm and cozy. I could use them today. Enjoy!

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  6. UnknownApril 29, 2014 at 11:16 AM

    Oh how gorgeous!! Both the gloves and the scarf!! Great work :-)

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  7. elnsApril 29, 2014 at 1:16 PM

    Beautiful job! They turned out great. I love the close up photos so we can see the magnificent detail. Great knits as always.

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  8. thecrazysheepladyApril 29, 2014 at 1:31 PM

    Lovely!!!

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  9. stephApril 29, 2014 at 1:43 PM

    the scarf is lovely! I usually don't care what i'm working on as long as i like the process…but once in a while….the project just has to be made again, in spite of it not being a favorite thing to knit. I really love this scarf….you'll wear it a TON!!! (and don't forgot where those gloves get stashed….they'll be a great surprise for winter!)

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  10. LeanneApril 29, 2014 at 1:56 PM

    Oh Karen they have turned out beautiful and two of my fav colours! We are in autumn here and the wool items are been worn here

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  11. UnknownApril 29, 2014 at 2:21 PM

    such beautiful projects! And great colors too!!

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  12. SueApril 29, 2014 at 4:21 PM

    Both projects turned out so lovely! I love the colors and the patterns. Beautiful, beautiful!

    PS: It has been such a cool spring here in MA that you could put those items to use now! It's a chilly 42° out today.

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  13. CathieJApril 29, 2014 at 5:07 PM

    Oh my goodness, I love both of these knits. The gloves turned out beautiful.

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  14. SarahApril 29, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    Those are so beautiful!! The scarf truly does look like a labor of love.

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  15. Kim April 29, 2014 at 6:35 PM

    Oh my goodness Karen, they are both gorgeous!

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  16. flyingjenApril 29, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    At least both of us will have warm hands NEXT winter!

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  17. AnonymousApril 29, 2014 at 10:14 PM

    Simply gorgeous!

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  18. AndeeApril 30, 2014 at 7:11 AM

    I love the colors!!! Beautiful pieces.

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  19. LisaApril 30, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    Beautiful knits, Karen! Something for now, and something for later. :) I am seeing lots of purple and other springish colorways today.

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  20. Judy S.April 30, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    Even before your final results, you got me to dig out the glove pattern! Soon! Let's hope you don't need them for a while though. Love the scarf!

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  21. Project TaraApril 30, 2014 at 10:29 AM

    You know how I feel about the gloves and the same goes for the scarf -- it looks like a dream to wear, soft as a cloud. And the colorway is delicious. You are such a prolific knitter and produce beautiful pieces. I always feel inspired when I visit your blog.

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  22. Shirley-AnnApril 30, 2014 at 11:17 AM

    I LOVE your gloves! I have got as far as printing off the pattern. Tonight I think I will choose the yarn :o)

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  23. MisteaApril 30, 2014 at 7:16 PM

    Your gloves are amazing! I love the pretty knotty cables and those little fingers. What a treat awaiting you next fall.
    Gorgeous scarf.

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  24. HannahMay 5, 2014 at 8:09 AM

    I can't get over the elegance of those gloves - just wonderful!

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