Gradient Shawl Complete


I finished my sixth citron shawl over the weekend and have worn this shawl twice.  I might sound weird but this shawl is so "wearable" to me.  I love how light if feels around my neck and of course the way it looks.


The original pattern gives instructions for five wedge sections but I go usually to seven or eight wedges based on how much yarn I have.  I loved knitting with the gecko yarn and knew I would add some more yarn to make this shawl bigger.


When I blocked the shawl, I only pinned the top of the shawl stretching out the wing span.  I gently fingered out the body of the shawl without pinning so the gathering sections could be maintained.


Ravelry notes are here

Comments

  1. BonnyJanuary 31, 2017 at 8:36 AM

    Simply gorgeous! I love the purple gradient and how you made it larger. Wear it in warmth and coziness!

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  2. BridgetJanuary 31, 2017 at 9:27 AM

    So pretty!

    I have had this on my mind for a long time, and even bought yarn to make it. Maybe it's time ...

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  3. TannaJanuary 31, 2017 at 9:38 AM

    Gorgeous! Isn't it wonderful to have a piece you enjoy SO much?!? Beautiful work, Karen. blessings ~ tanna

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  4. DiannaJanuary 31, 2017 at 9:57 AM

    It is beautiful, Karen! Thank you for showing us the finished product!

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  5. AsKatKnitsJanuary 31, 2017 at 10:15 AM

    Beautiful Karen! I love how it turned out!!

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  6. DebbieJanuary 31, 2017 at 10:34 AM

    What a beautiful shawl! I hope you continue to enjoy wearing it!

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  7. mamasmercantileJanuary 31, 2017 at 10:42 AM

    Such a delight to see Karen, that is one beautiful shawl.

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  8. Kim January 31, 2017 at 10:54 AM

    Wow, it's beautiful!

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2017 at 11:47 AM

    Yay on this pretty finish. How wonderful to have found a pattern you can knit over and over again. And glad you are enjoying your light reading after tackling a heavy duty nonfiction one.

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  10. VeraJanuary 31, 2017 at 2:56 PM

    This is so beautiful. Congratulations on a wonderful finish!!

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  11. kathy bJanuary 31, 2017 at 3:13 PM

    Stunning. I simply LOVE it. Love the gradient color changes. LOVE THAT ITS FOR YOU!!!!!

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  12. spriteJanuary 31, 2017 at 3:45 PM

    Lovely!

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  13. LauraJanuary 31, 2017 at 5:38 PM

    Another project in the Rav line-up!

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 31, 2017 at 7:14 PM

    Gorgeous! Those purples are BEAUTIFUL!

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  15. chrisknitsJanuary 31, 2017 at 7:24 PM

    Just lovely!!

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  16. JaneJanuary 31, 2017 at 7:54 PM

    Gorgeous!!!

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  17. NatachaFebruary 1, 2017 at 1:34 AM

    The colors are really lovely! Have a nice day (it's 7.30 am here in Luxembourg.

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  18. kristieinbcFebruary 1, 2017 at 8:18 AM

    That is so beautiful! I have yet to knit with gradient yarns, but this really makes me want to try some.

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  19. Amy at love made my homeFebruary 1, 2017 at 3:14 PM

    Absolutely beautiful!!! I can see why you enjoy making them so much and why you like the yarn so much!

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  20. KwizgiverFebruary 1, 2017 at 4:28 PM

    Wow! Gorgeous! Really gorgeous!

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