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Ta Da! I finished my KAL Follow Your Arrow by Ysolda. I blocked it and I am just so thrilled to show it off today. I have never really made a lace work shawl and I am pretty proud of myself. We are off to the mountains today so I will have some pictures of me wearing it. It has inspired me to work on more shawls and lacework projects. I just love it.  

I am continuing work on my Dinner in the Eiffel Tower shawl. It is a such a nice little thing to knit and it is coming along quickly. I am reading Balzac and the Little Seamstress. It is a intriguing read about the "re-education" of Chinese youth in the 1970's. It is a heart-breaking read to me because the thought of people being oppressed by their government is just horrible but the desire by the main character to survive and thrive is amazing and uplifting. Great read thus far. 





Joining Ginny of Small Things

Comments

  1. Kim June 11, 2014 at 6:54 AM

    Oh my goodness, your shawl is gorgeous! Nice work. Can't wait to see it on you. Enjoy your day in the mountains.

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    1. Kathleen Shaw June 11, 2014 at 8:26 AM

      Thank you! We are headed out to find some cooler temps under the trees.

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  2. PooksJune 11, 2014 at 7:39 AM

    Just beautiful Kathleen! I love the hearts in the lace. I have been reading about China also, Kay Bratt has written some wonderful books. It has been very thought provoking, I am overwhelmed by the plentitude we have here in the US. Hope you have a wonderful day.

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    1. Kathleen Shaw June 11, 2014 at 8:24 AM

      Thank you! It is true that we have so much in this country and I sometimes forget how lucky we truly are despite our problems.

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  3. karenJune 11, 2014 at 7:39 AM

    Beautiful shawl!!! My oh my you must be in love with it. I love the new shawl on the needles, that is going to look equally beautiful :) Love the book cover art!

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  4. Tracey ~ CloverJune 11, 2014 at 7:41 AM

    Your shawl is stunning! I can't wait to see your photo shoot pictures with you wearing it! I have the pattern and now really want to cast on.

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  5. Kathleen Shaw June 11, 2014 at 8:22 AM

    Thank you! I really liked knitting this pattern.

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  6. AndeeJune 11, 2014 at 8:58 AM

    Such beautiful knits!

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  7. LisaJune 11, 2014 at 9:31 AM

    Wow! There are so many lovely, lacey shawls at Ginny's today that I'm feeling inspired to start one! The colorway you chose is quite pretty. :) And, not trying to sound political, I have heard from so many immigrants to the US that we are not far behind when it comes to reeducation and oppression. So thankful, though, to have freedom still. Blessings, Lisa

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  8. harknessangelsJune 11, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    What a lovely shawl! You have inspired me to give lacework a try! :)

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  9. julie.June 11, 2014 at 10:48 AM

    oh my goodness! how beautiful! i am loving the lacework! was the pattern easy to follow? i'm nervous to dip my toe into lacework. it's so beautiful, but i bet it takes a bit of concentration, yes? lovely shawl. thanks for sharing!

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  10. Erin @ Wild WhispersJune 11, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    Lovely! The red is stunning!

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  11. Shirley-AnnJune 11, 2014 at 12:54 PM

    What a gorgeous shawl! And the colour - just beautiful.

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  12. AnonymousJune 11, 2014 at 1:00 PM

    Wowzers! That's beautiful.

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  13. KelliJune 11, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    Lovely shawls...both of them. I wish I had the courage to do a mystery knit. Lace scares me. ;) But yours are beautiful. Love the color choices.
    Blessings,
    Kelli

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  14. mamasmercantileJune 11, 2014 at 1:35 PM

    Stunning shawl and the colour yarn is delightful.

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  15. Reinventing MotherJune 11, 2014 at 4:56 PM

    Beautiful shawl!!! You and Ginny must have finished about the same time!

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  16. CathieJJune 11, 2014 at 9:34 PM

    I love your shawl. What a beautiful color.

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  17. A Little Blue DragonflyJune 12, 2014 at 12:54 AM

    Just gorgeous! :)

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  18. UnknownJune 12, 2014 at 11:13 AM

    I finished an Eiffel Tower shawl this year too. I can't wait to see yours!

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