Shawl Knitting and Super Secret Projects


Wednesday morning, already!  Today I have a doctor's appointment for my RA, it's just a six month touch base visit.  Overall, I'm good, there is that.  It's been a year since I had that whopping flare - I hope to never do that again.  The flare stopped me from knitting and made me sad.  Knitting is my salvation and sanity, so I am thankful every single time I'm sitting and knitting without pain or limited mobility.  My gratitude never wanes.


These spring-like days have me looking more towards colorful wools in place of neutrals.  I haven't cast on anything new, but I dream about it often.  The left over various wool bits in the above photo are going to be little quick knitting projects that sadly will be secret until after Easter.  So you can use your imagination!


I've been knitting like a demon on my pebble beach shawl, inching closer to the lace details.  I do love when I get into the groove of the pattern.  So refreshing, simple and restorative.

I hope you have a fantastic Wednesday filled with relaxation and happiness!  What's new with you?

Comments

  1. BonnyApril 5, 2017 at 8:18 AM

    I love the gorgeous colors in your shawl, cute chicks, and encouraging us to use our imagination for your secret knitting. Looking forward to when you reveal the secret!

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  2. BridgetApril 5, 2017 at 10:00 AM

    Those little yarn snippets are so cheery! Thanks for making me smile this a.m.

    Are you enjoying "Chestnut Street?"

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    1. karenApril 7, 2017 at 7:47 AM

      Overall yes, but I'm reading for a novel instead of a collection of short stories :)

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  3. VeraApril 5, 2017 at 10:11 AM

    Your shawl is gorgeous! And the little bits and bobs are lovely...curious to see your "secret." And, glad your RA is ok at the moment - fingers crossed it remains that way.

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  4. AnonymousApril 5, 2017 at 10:30 AM

    Nothing new going on around here and THAT'S okay. Simple living is just fine with me. My current sock is going along well and I've been doing a little sorting of my books and magazines.

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  5. kathy bApril 5, 2017 at 10:58 AM

    Im so with you on the knit and therapy and need to knit knit knit.
    Weather is nutso here. I may have to skip the knit group today, because the weather folk have me frightened that it may be fine one minute and a blizzard the next. I'm fully prepared to knit the day away

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  6. Kim April 5, 2017 at 11:32 AM

    Loving the shawl. Can't wait to see what those beautiful colours become :) Have a beautiful day Karen.

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  7. flyingjenApril 5, 2017 at 11:35 AM

    glad you haven't had a nasty flare up like you did last year. Not being able to knit is the worst. I was so sick last week that I couldn't summon the strength to knit while I laid around.

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  8. elizabethApril 5, 2017 at 12:40 PM

    a year already! I remember that struggle like it was yesterday! glad things are still much better for you! God bless!!! (and have a good Easter!)... :)

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  9. AsKatKnitsApril 5, 2017 at 2:57 PM

    That shawl is gorgeous, Karen! I love the texture in its unblocked state! I hope the doctor goes well today!

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  10. AnonymousApril 5, 2017 at 3:07 PM

    Yeah, I get a little crabby if I don't knit. I did a home workout today to get in my weights. I ran to Trader Joe's to pick up food for Friday's Craft Night charcuterie board and to make more ooii kimchi this afternoon.

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  11. elnsApril 5, 2017 at 6:09 PM

    The photos of the bits of yarn is so comforting. Wishing you good health and happy knits. Oh my Easter is REALLY soon!

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  12. CathieJApril 5, 2017 at 7:09 PM

    Your pebble beach shawl is very pretty. I like that yarn.

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  13. Amy at love made my homeApril 6, 2017 at 2:53 AM

    I hope that all went well with your appointment and that you can keep on knitting!

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  14. TannaApril 6, 2017 at 7:04 AM

    Hoping you had a good check up! Your Pebble Beach is going to be just beautiful and I can't wait to see the Easter Surprise! :) blessings ~ tanna

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