Hey Now Shawl Complete


I've been itching to share this shawl with you all.  If only you could see this in person, what a delightful sweet easy to knit shawl.  Definitely give Reyna Shawl pattern a look see.  The pattern is quite easy to memorize and execute if you are familiar with lace knitting.


Amanda decided to dip her toes (hands?) into hand dyeing yarn and this lovely skein is the result of her masterful talent in pairing colors together.  I loved the yarn base she chose and of course the sweet tonal colors of pinks and purples.  A delight to knit with!!


I decided to block the shawl aggressively to gain as much growth as possible.  Ordinarily I do not block garter stitch, but with only 400 yards of yarn I had a wee shawlette.  Blocking did its magic and now the shawl can be worn on the shoulders.


As you know I wear shawls around my neck like a cowl.  So pretty in pink!


My Ravelry project page
The Life and Times of Julian and Amanda
Amanda Makes Yarn Etsy Shop

Comments

  1. Juliann in WAMay 31, 2016 at 8:26 AM

    Such a pretty shawl. I am knitting a pop of color shawl right now too.

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  2. mamasmercantileMay 31, 2016 at 8:45 AM

    Karen, that is beautiful. Such a thrill to see the intricate details and the amazing colours within the yarn, stunning.

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  3. AnonymousMay 31, 2016 at 9:10 AM

    Congrats. What a spectacular finish! :-)

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  4. Tracey ~ CloverMay 31, 2016 at 9:42 AM

    Beautiful!

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  5. CarolineMay 31, 2016 at 9:43 AM

    So beautiful! Amanda made some beautiful yarn and you chose the perfect pattern and knit it perfectly!!

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  6. kristieinbcMay 31, 2016 at 9:54 AM

    It's very pretty! Blocking is amazing, isn't it?

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  7. kathy bMay 31, 2016 at 11:10 AM

    HEY NOW THAT S AMAZING. I love it . I love the color, the pattern and the way you've worn it

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  8. BrandyMay 31, 2016 at 12:26 PM

    What a fantastic shawl! Simple, yet effective, and I love the color.

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  9. spriteMay 31, 2016 at 12:52 PM

    Very pretty!

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  10. Andrea @ This Knitted LifeMay 31, 2016 at 1:07 PM

    Absolutely fabulous. LOVE the color!

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  11. DebbieMay 31, 2016 at 1:47 PM

    Hope you enjoy wearing your beautiful shawl!

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  12. MariaMay 31, 2016 at 2:59 PM

    Very pretty. I just knitted the same pattern in fall colors but have not blocked it yet.

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  13. Judy S.May 31, 2016 at 3:18 PM

    Beautiful pattern and color!

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  14. GraceMay 31, 2016 at 4:36 PM

    It's beautiful, Karen!

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  15. AnonymousMay 31, 2016 at 5:34 PM

    This shawl is like a lasso of happiness and fond, childhood memories. I like how the lace sections lighten up the piece. Wonderful knit, Karen.

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  16. Kim May 31, 2016 at 6:00 PM

    Beautiful!

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  17. AsKatKnitsMay 31, 2016 at 7:31 PM

    Wow, that turned out so beautifully! I love the colors!

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  18. JaneMay 31, 2016 at 8:13 PM

    That shawl is so fun. It is exactly right for summer. Very pretty in pink, indeed.

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  19. azwoolgirlMay 31, 2016 at 8:56 PM

    Perfection in every way!

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  20. TahneeJune 1, 2016 at 2:41 AM

    What a stunner, that colour really pops!

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  21. sustainablemumJune 1, 2016 at 6:26 AM

    It's beautiful! I love love love that colour.

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  22. margeneJune 1, 2016 at 8:16 AM

    The shawl reminds me of spring flowers and the joy they bring. Enjoy wearing your new splash of color!

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  23. Caffeine GirlJune 1, 2016 at 9:03 AM

    Beautiful! I'm glad to hear that blocking helps. Mine is looking small, and I'm about 2/3s of the way done!

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  24. harknessangelsJune 1, 2016 at 9:52 AM

    What a stunning shawl! I am using my Amanda Makes yarn to make a Menehune shawl. I have the Reyna Shawl in my queue to make....seeing yours as made me want to move it up the list! :)

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  25. MonicaJune 1, 2016 at 1:38 PM

    Beautiful shawl Karen. As soon as I get a minute I am going to look into this. It seems pretty advanced for me but I can save it until I get better... :)

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  26. kjramstackJune 2, 2016 at 9:30 AM

    This turned out beautifully! The yarn is perfect for the project.

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  27. ZetaJune 3, 2016 at 3:35 AM

    It's amazing! Definitely will have this pattern in mind for a future shawl!

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