An English Garden in Red Rock Country
Doesn't she look quite marvelous against the red rock? The shawl, sillly, not me! Of all the places in Utah where my finished knits have been photographed, no place is as amazing as Bryce.
Hidcote felt like the wings of an angel as I stood on the edge of the canyon. She feels like angels breath on the skin.
Lace has only been part of my knitting repertoire for 3 years and Hidcote is by far the most complicated project to date. Her finish gives me a true sense of accomplishment and I love wearing her delicate beauty. Zephyr is so light and soft it can be worn year round and is perfect for too cool offices, movie theaters or restaurants.
Hidcote designed by Miriam Felton
Yarn: JaggerSpun Zephyr Wool-Silk 2/18 – 2, 2 oz balls
Needle: Size 4 Addi Lace
Size: 84" x 40" apx.
Time to Knit: January 1, 2007 – July 9, 2007
You are both beautiful!! And what a gorgeous location for the photo shoot.
Posted by: Lisa | July 19, 2007 at 04:31 AM
Wonderful job on both the shawl and the photo shoot and location, Margene :)
Posted by: Donna | July 19, 2007 at 04:38 AM
Wow! That would be a hard act to follow. The setting is perfect for such a beautiful shawl.
Posted by: Joan | July 19, 2007 at 04:40 AM
Oh, Margene, how beautiful! That was some challenge knitting, for sure, but so worth it! And what a fantastic spot you picked for photos. Gorgeous.
Posted by: Vicki | July 19, 2007 at 04:44 AM
Your Hidcote is stunningly beautiful, as is Bryce! Beautiful photos! Now I want to knit Hidcote. So little time, so much lace. . .
Posted by: Kirsten | July 19, 2007 at 04:46 AM
Just WOW! WOW to everything. (well, maybe except the shoes).
Posted by: Judy | July 19, 2007 at 04:51 AM
Hidcote is stunning, as is the scenery. What a perfect place to document such a big achievement! I love the picture of you with the shawl blowing in the breeze--you look like you're about to fly away :)
Posted by: Rachel | July 19, 2007 at 05:11 AM
So very beautiful, so well worth the angst. My favorite shot is the last one, with you completely draped in gorgeous lace.
Posted by: DebbieB | July 19, 2007 at 05:19 AM
Beautiful! I also appreciate how well you have stated one of the many things I love about a great knit--just as the process is accompanied by many tactile delights, so is the product!
Posted by: Sulafaye | July 19, 2007 at 05:19 AM
The last picture is my favorite - showing off the amazing lace and the canyon! Wonderful work, Margene.
Posted by: Lolly | July 19, 2007 at 05:30 AM
Fabulous. Stunning. Amazing. You did good, grrlfriend. That last photo is my absolute fav.
Posted by: Carole | July 19, 2007 at 05:33 AM
It's just stunning. And what a beautiful backdrop for it.
Posted by: chris | July 19, 2007 at 05:43 AM
you look mighty sexy in that last shot! :) It's lovely Margene. Well done. I might even say, "you rock." I haven't had any coffee yet...
Posted by: Kathleen | July 19, 2007 at 05:46 AM
Oh friend! She's simply gorgeous! I'm glad she didn't go completely by the wayside :)
And those are some truly magnificent pictures!
Posted by: Miriam | July 19, 2007 at 06:08 AM
definitely worth the wait.
Posted by: minnie | July 19, 2007 at 06:16 AM
Wow. I'm blown away. Beautiful, Margene. The photos are gorgeous. Hidcote is amazing!
(((hugs)))
Posted by: knitnana | July 19, 2007 at 06:17 AM
OMG, Hidcote is absolutely gorgeous and amazing. It's so beautiful and the backdrop of Bryce is perfect. I'm glad you did go back to Hidcote. You make me want to attempt it.
Posted by: Wanda | July 19, 2007 at 06:29 AM
Gorgeous and it looks like a nice size too.
Posted by: Sarah HB | July 19, 2007 at 06:38 AM
Just beautiful, Margene, way to go!
Posted by: PumpkinMama | July 19, 2007 at 06:43 AM
Absolutely wonderful! You look like you're about ready to take flight. :) Can Joho come out to play now? /runs
Posted by: Stacey | July 19, 2007 at 06:44 AM
You both look wonderful! ;)
Posted by: Stitch-n-Snitch | July 19, 2007 at 06:46 AM
What a gorgeous shawl, Margene. And such a lovely setting to show it off!
Posted by: Jan | July 19, 2007 at 06:47 AM
I was struck by your comment that you've been knitting lace for "only" three years. It reminds me to be more patient with myself when I struggle with my lace projects, having made only a couple in the past year. The pics are gorgeous, but the lesson for me is the most valuable.
Posted by: Liz K. | July 19, 2007 at 06:49 AM
Gorgeous Margene! Just gorgeous!
Posted by: Cara | July 19, 2007 at 06:51 AM
Absolutely beautiful!
Posted by: Sue | July 19, 2007 at 06:57 AM
Fabulous shawl against a stunning backdrop. Great job!
Posted by: Vera | July 19, 2007 at 06:58 AM
Absolutely fabulous shawl, topped only by the stunning scenery.
Posted by: Julie | July 19, 2007 at 06:58 AM
Beautiful!
Posted by: Jenn | July 19, 2007 at 07:00 AM
So perfect Margene!
Posted by: Beth | July 19, 2007 at 07:03 AM
gorgeous! :) love it!
Posted by: jess | July 19, 2007 at 07:05 AM
Spectacular - the perfect setting for her debut!
Posted by: Chris | July 19, 2007 at 07:11 AM
It's all good! The shawl is stunning and the scenery is breathtaking! Well Done !!
Posted by: Kim | July 19, 2007 at 07:14 AM
Wow! That is amazing.
Posted by: colleen | July 19, 2007 at 07:17 AM
Oh, man Margene. THAT is fantastic.
Posted by: Kathy | July 19, 2007 at 07:20 AM
How beautiful, Margene. You must be very proud! Just gorgeous!!!!
Posted by: Elizabeth | July 19, 2007 at 07:20 AM
How beautiful!! You are an inspiration!
Posted by: Nancy | July 19, 2007 at 07:30 AM
Everything looks great! Glad you got her finished!
Posted by: Lauren | July 19, 2007 at 07:31 AM
Stunning shawl and a stunning landscape against which to début it! Well worth the wait, I hope you agree.
Posted by: AmyP | July 19, 2007 at 07:31 AM
Oh, Margene! That last photo absolutely should be a new banner for you. That sums you up so perfectly and gorgeously!!
Beautiful. (and the shawl/rocks ain't bad, either.) ;)
Posted by: Liz Cadorette | July 19, 2007 at 07:31 AM
You give me hope...otherwise I'm just speechless! Angel wings, indeed!
Posted by: Marcia Cooke | July 19, 2007 at 07:33 AM
What a lovely photo shoot! It is a great accomplishment. I hadn't realized how big this shawl is, but knowing you are close to six feet tall and seeing it draped around you so lushly and elegantly brought home the enormity of the project.
Posted by: Birdsong | July 19, 2007 at 07:35 AM
The photos on the rim are spectacular, especially the last one. What a wonderful place to have Hidcote's photo shoot!
Posted by: Cabled Sheep | July 19, 2007 at 07:44 AM
Hidcote is stunning! as is Bryce canyon. Brava, my friend!
Posted by: Jennifer | July 19, 2007 at 07:47 AM
Gorgeous! I'm so envious of your backdrop, too.
Posted by: Zarah | July 19, 2007 at 07:53 AM
Gorgeous! And what a wonderful location for a photo shoot! (I haven't been to Bryce, but I hold Zion dear to my heart for a wonderfully relaxing wedding we attended there several years ago.)
Posted by: sprite | July 19, 2007 at 08:00 AM
Breath-taking! So glad you're enjoying it all!
Posted by: Ina | July 19, 2007 at 08:07 AM
Gorgeous - model, shawl and backdrop!
Posted by: Peg | July 19, 2007 at 08:10 AM
Just beautiful Margene! Really breathtaking!!
Posted by: Leah | July 19, 2007 at 08:13 AM
You did a fabulous job with the shawl. Love seeing the pictures of Bryce. I haven't been since I was 13 (a looong time ago), but it still stands out in my memory as being one of the most memorable landscapes I've ever seen.
Posted by: anmiryam | July 19, 2007 at 08:13 AM
All I can say is, WOW. Just WOW.
Posted by: Sneaksleep | July 19, 2007 at 08:21 AM