Wearing the Crest

As soon as I left work Friday afternoon I headed to the bead shop to search for the perfect finish for Crest of the Wave. The selection of beads was huge, but it still was difficult to find the something that would enhance the scarf.  Rather than drive the distance to another shop, or give up altogether, I sorta settled.  Don't get me wrong, the beads I ended up with are beautiful, but they are a bit too heavy.  Since the fringe is sparse and spread across the edge, I just made it work as best I could.  The little circles of bone that dance off the ends of the fringe were a bit of bead shop inspiration, which I think turned out rather cool.

While wearing the scarf the beads feel fine, not heavy, and they sometimes clink together, which makes a wonderful sound.  The yarn drapes beautifully, but also holds the shape of the lace well.  It's the perfect yarn for the pattern and, while the color isn't a usual choice for me, I do think it's going to become a favorite.  It's time I branched out from pinks, blues and purples and added in more warm, rich oranges and reds.  No, no…not green, that color is only for my feet, friends.

This scarf is going to be fun to wear for the remainder of the winter and, while I'm not much of a scarf knitter, per se, there maybe another scarf or two in my near future.  My feet are warm because of all the socks I've knit over the last few years...it's time to warm the neck.

Pattern: Crest of the Wave Scarf designed by Judy
Yarn: Ball and Skein Tashi dyed by Judy.
Needle: Bamboo Straights size 8
Comments:  Loved the rhythm of knitting this lace. The pattern was easy to memorize, but interesting and fun to do.  I used every last bit of the yarn as it was so wonderful.  This is going to be one fun scarf to wear.

Yesterday the bigass storm arrived later than expected. It hit with a vengeance of wind and swirling snow which created a near whiteout.  In only 3 hours nearly 7" covered the ground at our place. It was crazy!  Thank goodness my commute is less than 3 miles. Much more snow is expected this week. Winter is far from over.

Comments

[Sarah]

I hope this fun scarf helps you through the winter.

[bellamoden]

The beads may be heavier than you wanted but I think it really adds personality! Very cool.

Winter. Meh. That is all.

[Lene]

Very beautiful scarf! The beads make it special.

[Sherie]

The beads are a wonderful finishing touch for your lovely scarf! Just right.

[Laurie]

Beautiful scarf! I do love the beads you chose, especially the circles.

i'm not holding my breath YET for the snow. No, not me. Not holding my breath. It'll melt by the time I<< get there.

[Ann]

Oy! That's a storm! Glad you have such a beautiful scarf to keep you warm. I have to say that I'm not really a bead gal myself, but the beads you've come up with really do enhance the scarf. Who knew?!

[Carole]

I saw the beads and was thinking, That Margene. She's so brave to use big beads like that. Everyone else would use tiny ones.
So, I think the beads are fabulous. And so are you.

[Sarah HB]

Lovely....You and Susan have both knit such pretty scarves. Makes me wish I lived somewhere colder.

[Kim]

Great Scarf!!! Now those colors I love!

[Teresa C]

Lovely scarf! It looks kinda funky (in a good way) with the beaded fringe.

yay snow!

[deb]

Looks like you better get started on those other scarves!

[susan]

Love the scarf; hate the snow.

[Manise]

Love your scarf- even the funky beads and bone circles! Captures the scarf colors completely. Kind of like wearing a beautiful wind chime with the clinking sounds.

Looks like you got many more inches out of your storm.

[Amy Boogie]

You may have settled on the beads but they look fantastic.

That wintery weather looks crazy. And I hope we get some of it :)

[Zarah]

Cool scarf! I really like the little circles on the end. And I think the colors look great on you!

[ruth]

Lovely lovely scarf. And the beads do live very nicely with it.

[Donna]

When I saw the beads, I thought, "wow, that's unexpected, but it looks fabulous." You didn't settle, you got the perfect beads, you just didn't know it when you brought them home.

[Beth]

Beautiful! Must run off to favorite this... :)

[Judy]

I think the beads are terrific! What a great match. Looks like it will be fun to wear.

[aija]

The light weight from the beads must feel exciting to wear! Great choice :)

[Cara]

The beads are so funky! I like them!

What I wouldn't do for some snow. I think I'd lie naked in it. I'm tired of being hot.

[Lauren]

I think it looks great with the beads! I love it.

[Rachel]

Lovely scarf and the colour fits you perfectly!

[Jennifer]

The beads are perfect for that lovely scarf! Stay safe and warm. I don't know how you deal with all that snow.

[Tonia]

The scarf is so lovely and the beads look perfect with it.

Wow look at all that snow! I really wish that we would have at least one good snow this year that lasted more than a day. It is so depressing for it to be grey and rainy all winter long.

[Marcia Cooke]

It's SO hard to walk into a bead shop and try to find just the "right" beads, but I think you succeeded beautifully! They just MADE that scarf!

[Vicki]

I love the scarf, Margene. Love the color and how it looks on you and the beads... LOVELY!

[Norma]

That is SO Bohemian-cool! I love it.

As you know, I'm a big fan of the scarf -- a lot of it has to do with color around the face. A perfect scarf draws attention to the face and eyes, and always elicits compliments from strangers.

[Chris]

The beads are PERFECT. It's gorgeous! Hmm, with a commute that short, it's not likely you'll get a snow day, eh?

[Robin in VA]

It's beautiful, color & the beads you chose!

[Cheryl]

Those little bone rings are genius!

[Wool Winder]

You made this scarf your own with your bead choice. Love it!

[Beth S.]

The beads may be a little big, but the color is absolutely spot on! I'd leave them exactly where they are. :-)

[Pat K]

Very unique and beautiful scarf!

[Tan]

I love it! Your fringe is inspired. And so nice to see you outside with a smile on your face. Not that there are that many other places to put a smile.

[Anne]

Those beads totally rock - and completely "make" the scarf. I love the colors.

I had to go out and put Bhen in a coat yesterday. He had icicles hanging off him and was shivering in those wind blasts. He got to eat all afternoon too; trying to get his body heat built back up. Brrr.....

[Theresa]

That looks fabulous. One of these days I'm going to have to start experimenting with beads!

[Hillary]

Wow, what a storm. If you could send a little bit of that snow my way I'd be happy to take it. Just a little though.

Scarf looks great. I think that the bead enhancement really worked out well. Stay warm.

[marie in florida]

the Crest i'm knitting is a bit heavier handspun, but still a lovely pattern. soothing to work on.

[Dianne]

Beautiful pattern and yarn choice..you wear it well..is there a color that you don't 'wear'..even green?..Happy you're on the mend and your bigass snow looks terrific...speaking of 'green'..I am with envy!

[Cookie]

Beautiful scarf, Margene. I think the beads make it special and even more you. Good color for you, too, and thanks for the link to Judy's pattern.

Yesterday, we had a break in the weather. Hopefully, you'll be getting it too.

[Heather Joins The Round]

Very pretty! I look forward to seeing it.

[Kim D.]

Great looking scarf. It reminds me of a shawl I designed for Tess Designer Yarns last year.
I love your bead choices.

[Doris]

I think the beads are perfect. They give a funky look to the scarf, which is just gorgeous. I printed the pattern, I love it. Thanks for the link.

[Opal]

Gorgeous scarf. I really think the beads are a perfect match. I also think that color looks perfect on you!

[kathleen]

very pretty and you are looking good. :)

[Lucia]

The subtle color variations in the scarf and the beads go together so well. Splendid!

(Winter, feh.)

[Kelly]

Gorgeous scarf and the color is so pretty on you. The beads really do add a nice touch.

[Grace]

really really beautiful, its fantastic Margene!

[Birdsong]

Fabulous ending to a pretty scarf! Another big'un is heading your way... get ready for more winter by piling on the woolies.