This quick little diversion was worthy of obsession. As if the pattern wasn't enough to bring a knitter joy, the exceptional yarn provided the icing on the cake. Susan and I have both fallen in love with Handmaiden's Mini-Maiden yarn and have dubbed it the best yarn ever. It's has an unbeatable sheen, a silky, smooth feel and is very easy to handle. The colors we both used were exquisite and exciting. She knit her Hypergraphia in a spring green (Moss) and I used Peridot, a gem of a color. It was very helpful to have her Ravelry notes so I knew just how many rows to knit for this slightly smaller Fountain Pen Shawl.
The color has been very hard to capture. The color is modulating shades of a sage green, with blue over tones (you can see its depth in this link). The color reminded me of a certain person and a strong desire to knit it, and give it, came over me. It brought me joy to follow through on the feeling. May the shawl bring joy, warmth and peace to the recipient.
Pattern: Fountain Pen by Susan Lawrence
Yarn: Handmaiden Mini-Maiden – Peridot 1 skein
Time to Knit: March 16 to March 23, 2009
Modifications: Slightly smaller than the IK pattern
Verdict: LOVE it and must knit another, plus it is perfect for Project Spectrum North
More pictures on Ravelry
Beautiful!! Who wouldn't love receiving such a special gift? So thoughtful of you!
Posted by: Becky | March 27, 2009 at 02:27 AM
The shawl is beautiful! I love the color. The recipient is a very lucky person!
Posted by: Kirsten | March 27, 2009 at 03:36 AM
Amazing. And I agree, the colour is awesome.
Posted by: Issy | March 27, 2009 at 04:54 AM
Gorgeous! I'm sure she'll LOVE it!
Posted by: Kathy | March 27, 2009 at 04:54 AM
Stunning!!
Posted by: Nora | March 27, 2009 at 05:14 AM
Sweetie, that is absolutely gorgeous. You outdid yourself! Have a happy weekend!
Posted by: cindycindy | March 27, 2009 at 05:15 AM
gorgeous!
Posted by: thea | March 27, 2009 at 05:16 AM
That's really gorgeous. I love the photos of it against your stones. Who is it for?
Posted by: Carole | March 27, 2009 at 05:23 AM
A beautiful little shawl. Lucky recipient!
Posted by: Pat K | March 27, 2009 at 05:31 AM
Margene it is absolutely stunning! I really love that color!
Posted by: Kim | March 27, 2009 at 06:24 AM
So beautiful! Wow! Lucky recipient!
Posted by: Manise | March 27, 2009 at 06:37 AM
Positively perfect, Margene! Yummy.
Have a great weekend!
Posted by: Vicki | March 27, 2009 at 06:37 AM
It's absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Chris | March 27, 2009 at 06:48 AM
noting beats pointy and curlicues together. delightful.
Posted by: marie in florida | March 27, 2009 at 06:50 AM
Running out of superlatives here, but it's truly lovely!
Posted by: Joy | March 27, 2009 at 07:14 AM
Beautiful! (Like, you haven't heard that already...)
Posted by: --Deb | March 27, 2009 at 07:47 AM
Absolutely perfect! I'll have to try that yarn, as it's one I've never even SEEN! Seriously, though, my sweater knitting has totally been shoved aside in favor of yummy, yummy lace.
Posted by: Kristin | March 27, 2009 at 07:54 AM
It's really lovely, and feels so heavenly!
Posted by: Cheryl S. | March 27, 2009 at 08:08 AM
OMG that color is amazing! And your shawl is lovely, of course!
(((hugs)))
Posted by: Knitnana | March 27, 2009 at 08:16 AM
Indeed! it is so perfect Project Spectrum North. Gosh, this is just beautiful, Margene. I am so into these muted colors right now, and I love the pebble background.
Posted by: lolly | March 27, 2009 at 09:05 AM
Beautiful! Absolutely LOVE the color!
Posted by: elizabeth | March 27, 2009 at 09:23 AM
THere's nothing like the perfect marriage of great pattern and great yarn.
Posted by: Carrie | March 27, 2009 at 09:38 AM
Beautiful!! Lucky recipient!
Posted by: Tressa in NC | March 27, 2009 at 10:28 AM
What a knock out-just amazing and the color is stunning! You produce so much---you must be a speed knitter!
Posted by: Barbara | March 27, 2009 at 10:34 AM
It is beautiful and will make a fabulous gift. Well done.
Posted by: Cookie | March 27, 2009 at 10:35 AM