Currently on the Needles


My knitting has returned to shawl making, which as you know, I adore.  I find it soothing to focus on the soft rows and easy charts.  I'm in my happy place!!

My reading is super quick and easy.  My son recommended the book above as a "must read" and I love it.  It's middle school?  age and I love the fast simple sentences and the condensed chapters.

What are you knitting and reading this week?

Projects:  Hey Now Shawl and Dandelion Daze Shawl
Joining Ginny and Frontier Dreams

Comments

  1. Tracey ~ CloverMay 11, 2016 at 8:00 AM

    I think of you every time I see a lace shawl pattern! :)

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  2. AnkeMay 11, 2016 at 8:06 AM

    You have such a knack for picking the prettiest patterns and matching them with the perfect yarn! Not much knitting or reading going on here right now. My mom is flying in this Friday and I'm in "overdrive" getting everything ready, working, end of the year programs, school banquets, grocery shopping...

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  3. Caffeine GirlMay 11, 2016 at 8:29 AM

    Your shawls look beautiful. I love making them, too. And I have a hard time giving them away!

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  4. BonnyMay 11, 2016 at 8:32 AM

    Good book, great knitting ... life is good! I really love that Amanda Makes yarn and may have to hunt down some myself.

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  5. AsKatKnitsMay 11, 2016 at 8:52 AM

    The yellow shawl looks beautiful! And, great book choice!

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  6. mamasmercantileMay 11, 2016 at 9:05 AM

    A good book, some great knitting, what could be better?

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  7. UnknownMay 11, 2016 at 9:46 AM

    nothing wrong with shawl knitting, I'm starting to think I might knit another one soon. Once I've done another few socks perhaps ;-)

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  8. DonnaMay 11, 2016 at 10:03 AM

    I am with you on the shawl knitting. Very satisfying! I added that book to my Goodreads. It looks like something I would enjoy.

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  9. kristieinbcMay 11, 2016 at 10:08 AM

    You are always a source of great reading ideas, Karen! I'm knitting a Gingersnaps cardigan for my new grandson, and am currently reading Still Life With Bread Crumbs.

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  10. AnonymousMay 11, 2016 at 10:10 AM

    I'm knitting on a pair of gift socks that must be done by June 1. Not reading a book right now ......guess I should go check out what is on the book shelf. LOL

    Your shawls are such pretty colors. Enjoy your relaxing knitting/reading time!

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  11. SarahMay 11, 2016 at 10:59 AM

    Beautiful! In my stage of life I have so few opportunities to really wear a shawl because I haven't found a way to wear them (besides like a scarf) that doesn't get in the way with my day-to-day mom life... the ends always dangle or they wont' stay on my shoulders while I do stuff like laundry and dishes... haha! Which is very sad because I love shawl knitting too!! Yours is beautiful.

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  12. Kat RiddellMay 11, 2016 at 11:06 AM

    You've got some great shawls on the needles! I'm not familiar with that book, but glad to hear that you're enjoying it!

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  13. GraceMay 11, 2016 at 12:12 PM

    As always your knitting blows me away! 😊 I just finished reading Anna Quindlan's newest, Miller's Valley. I recommend it!

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  14. Andrea @ This Knitted LifeMay 11, 2016 at 12:55 PM

    I LOVE that yarn. ...Will surely be One Awesome Shawl. Can't wait to see more of it!

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  15. JanetMay 11, 2016 at 1:26 PM

    You always use the loveliest yarns. Lace shawls are my favorite projects. I'll have to check on that book.

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  16. sustainablemumMay 11, 2016 at 1:28 PM

    Your shawls are lovely, I particularly love the yarn on the right ;). Easy reading is just what you need sometimes isn't it.

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  17. AnonymousMay 11, 2016 at 1:42 PM

    Your shawls are bright and fun. I added the audio version to my TBR. Sometimes I feel I don't have the patience to read a juvenille fiction book but don't mind listening to it.

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  18. kathy bMay 11, 2016 at 2:06 PM

    knitting socks and a hat currently. not reading!

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  19. LauraMay 11, 2016 at 3:30 PM

    Now I have two more shawls in my Ravelry library!

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  20. Kim May 12, 2016 at 5:40 AM

    Gosh, I always love the shawls you knit up, and the gorgeous yarn you use.

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  21. azwoolgirlMay 12, 2016 at 8:44 AM

    Oh look at those shawls ... just gorgeous!

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  22. UnknownMay 13, 2016 at 3:21 AM

    The Dandelion Haze looks gorgeous - such a beautiful colour!

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  23. JaneMay 13, 2016 at 4:52 AM

    Glad you are in your happy place. I am still reading H is for Hawk, it is a fascinating read. Happy Friday, Karen xx

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  24. brysonMay 13, 2016 at 1:50 PM

    I read that book at the urging of my girls and found it just lovely!

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  25. Andi GMay 14, 2016 at 10:57 AM

    Love hearing that you are in your happy place!
    Your shawl progress is beautiful. I am going to have to pick up that book, as it sounds delightful.

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  26. Deb J. in UtahMay 14, 2016 at 12:00 PM

    I love that variegated pink yarn. The book sounds interesting. I'll look for it. Have a great weekend!

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  27. AnonymousMay 15, 2016 at 12:58 PM

    Shawl knitting is always a joy indeed :) I'm currently knitting on a baby-gift for a friend, but wouldn't mind work on a shawl at the moment.

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  28. Hena TayebMay 16, 2016 at 12:34 PM

    beautiful colors.

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  29. Judy S.May 17, 2016 at 10:38 PM

    Love your shawls, especially the pink and purple one! I just finished The Girl Who Wrote in Silk about a very sad period in Seattle history and am now working my way through Under a Wing by Reeve Lindbergn.

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