Dusk at Elk River Shawl


Sometimes I wish all of you could see my finished knits in person.  The softness and the shimmery effect of a wool silk blend is wonderful and cannot be captured with photos.  Oh well, I hope you can conjure up some wonderful images of what I am showing you.

I finished my shawl before the busy weekend and blocked it once I returned home.  I have my priorities.


Andrea of This Knitted Life has embarked on indie dyeing some lovely yarns for her new business.  She knows what she is doing!  First of all, the quality of the single ply wool silk blend is spectacular.  The yarn is a delight to knit with.

When I soaked the wool, I didn't see a hint of purple in the water.  The rinsing was minimal since I used a wool wash to soak the shawl.  Again, I love when a wool blend behaves exactly as I expect and makes the finishing a breeze.



Thank you, Andrea :)


I used a pattern by Helen Stewart, Amulet Shawl.  I love her designs because of how detailed they are written and the ease of the knitting.  Not too difficult, not too easy.  Just the right balance for some evening knitting.


Ravelry notes are here.



Comments

  1. karenMay 30, 2018 at 7:49 AM

    commenting so I receive comments :)

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  2. chrisknitsMay 30, 2018 at 8:17 AM

    So pretty! I was clicking on your blog as your comment dinged my email. LOL!

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  3. AsKatKnitsMay 30, 2018 at 9:08 AM

    Beautiful, Karen! I love how it looks! Great color too!

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  4. DebbieMay 30, 2018 at 9:43 AM

    Beautiful! Enjoy wearing it!

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  5. VeraMay 30, 2018 at 10:10 AM

    Such a beautiful finish! I love it. The color (and name) are spectacular.

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  6. BonnyMay 30, 2018 at 11:13 AM

    You've knit many lovely shawls, Karen, but I really think this may be one of the most beautiful! It's one of my favorites and I do wish I could see it in person! (Also, many thanks for the comment workaround!)

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  7. kathy bMay 30, 2018 at 5:21 PM

    I just LOVE the even way the yarn took up the color purple. What a gorgeous knit. I may have to try it!

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  8. CathieJMay 30, 2018 at 9:13 PM

    That shawl is gorgeous. I love the yarn.

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  9. Judy S.May 30, 2018 at 11:11 PM

    Love that pattern and the yarn, too. What a pretty color! Right now I'm working on a pair of socks and the dye is coming off on my fingers. Has this ever happened to you?

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  10. JoséMay 31, 2018 at 5:09 AM

    It looks wonderful !

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  11. MaryMay 31, 2018 at 6:30 AM

    Beautiful!!

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  12. AnonymousMay 31, 2018 at 8:06 AM

    Beautiful!

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  13. margeneMay 31, 2018 at 9:14 AM

    I love the color and the lace on this shawl. What a simply elegant beauty of a shawl.

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  14. Jeannie Gray KnitsMay 31, 2018 at 9:45 AM

    Gorgeous! I love the name - I kept expecting to see cowboy photos. :) I'm looking forward to knitting with some of Andrea's yarns.

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  15. elnsMay 31, 2018 at 2:22 PM

    Such a beautiful yarn and pattern combination! The best part is the finished piece looks VERY wearable. I struggle with that and shawls personally. Enjoy :)

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  16. spriteJune 1, 2018 at 6:16 PM

    Gorgeous!

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  17. JaneJune 1, 2018 at 9:16 PM

    This shawl is spectacular and beautifully knit. I have been following Andrea's indie business on her blog. You chose the perfect pattern for the yarn. And wool/silk - perfect perfect.

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  18. StefanieJune 1, 2018 at 9:39 PM

    You and lace are like PB and J. Me and lace are like oil and water. This finish is lovely. It looks soft and airy.

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  19. Helen BJune 5, 2018 at 4:07 PM

    Your shawl is stunning, love the pattern and the way the wool drapes.

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