Holly Inspired Shawl



I've discovered that when you are in a car for 8 hours, you can get a lot of knitting done.  I have to be honest, I typically do not knit that much in the car, I tend to window gaze and daydream while talking to my husband.  However, this trip I was focused on getting this shawl off the needles. 

And I did.


I enjoyed the shawl pattern, easy to remember after a few run throughs.  I did have a bit of trouble setting up the edging.  It was probably my fault and was too lazy to count those multitude stitches so I just fudged the edging in as best as I could.  

I highly doubt anyone would be able to find that fudging so I'm pleased with my craftiness.



 The wool is 6 Karat by Schoppel-Woole.  I liked it!  There is a bit of silk mixed in with the wool that makes the stitches glide on the needles. 



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Comments

  1. Judy S.May 28, 2019 at 5:57 PM

    Beautiful!

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  2. AsKatKnitsMay 28, 2019 at 7:09 PM

    Beautiful shawl, Karen! Nice finish!

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  3. mamasmercantileMay 29, 2019 at 3:48 AM

    Beautiful, the yarn is a delight.

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  4. AnonymousMay 29, 2019 at 6:45 AM

    It's beautiful!

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  5. BridgetMay 29, 2019 at 8:24 AM

    Oh I think it's really nice! If anyone comments on where you fudged, you need to ask why they are that close ... ;-)

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  6. VeraMay 29, 2019 at 8:56 AM

    Oh that is gorgeous! Love it. I don't knit in the car at all - I think I have to look out the window and also pay attention to tell Fletch when he is driving too fast or too close, etc, etc. LOL

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  7. StefanieMay 29, 2019 at 5:02 PM

    Great shawl. It looks light and airy but one that would still provide some warmth.

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  8. kathy bMay 29, 2019 at 6:52 PM

    Oh my gosh I LOVE the shawl. I Found a very cool thing that you use to keep your shawl in place . It removes easily. I'll post about it tomorrow!
    Zul makes it?

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  9. My Creative LifeMay 29, 2019 at 7:01 PM

    Your shawl is lovely Karen, an intricate pattern. The colour sets off the delicate pattern perfectly, Cathy x

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  10. CathieJMay 29, 2019 at 9:05 PM

    What a pretty shawl. Your "fudging" is you making this shawl your own. Lovely.

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  11. LisaMay 30, 2019 at 12:34 PM

    Gorgeous! I do enjoy car knitting.

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  12. Jeannie Gray KnitsMay 30, 2019 at 12:58 PM

    Beautiful! Love the storm cloud color of the yarn and it looks great on you!

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  13. JaneMay 30, 2019 at 8:23 PM

    What a pretty shawl. I love a relaxed shawl knit and that pattern looks perfect. That gray color should mean you can wear it often.

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  14. MeredithJune 1, 2019 at 7:04 PM

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous. I love the color , the drape, well all of it!

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