No matter how many picures, or the setting of the camera, I have been unable to capture the true, the electric blue nature of this shawl. The photos do not show the blue and purple flashing against the electric turquoise, which all in all creates a neon like color.
Even though Hamamelis spent too many months on the needles it was not because she acted up, it was because I was distracted by other shawls, other needs, the desire to give to friends and family. Hamamelis was always considered mine, as giving her to someone else seemed the wrong thing to do. Once she was back in progress the knitting went smoothly and quickly. She entertained all along the way.
Wild Woman did a happy dance when I wrapped Hamamelis around her. A little electric blue, to brighten gray and rainy month, has been the right way to go.
I love it and I can see the purple and turquoise. I'm sure it's stunning in person.
Posted by: Carole | May 23, 2011 at 09:34 AM
Even if that isn't quite the exact color, it's still a gorgeous color! :)
Posted by: Chris | May 23, 2011 at 09:38 AM
I too can see all of the colors. It's beautiful!
Posted by: Manise | May 23, 2011 at 09:45 AM
Ooh, it's gorgeous! I think that's the perfect color for the pattern.
Posted by: Yarndude | May 23, 2011 at 09:55 AM
So purty!
Posted by: TeresaC | May 23, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Another gorgeous shawl!
Posted by: Marilyn | May 23, 2011 at 10:05 AM
Lovely and perfect for YOU!!! The weather? It still sucks, but the shawl is beautiful!!!
Posted by: CindyCindy | May 23, 2011 at 10:19 AM
That's a real gloom-chaser! Beautiful. Just beautiful.
Posted by: gayle | May 23, 2011 at 10:22 AM
Most beautiful!
Posted by: Rachel | May 23, 2011 at 10:28 AM
That blue is stunning. I can only imagine how amazing it looks in real life!
Posted by: Kara | May 23, 2011 at 10:29 AM
It's beautiful! What size did you make?
Posted by: Cathy B | May 23, 2011 at 10:50 AM
I, too, can see the turquoise and purple. It's GORGEOUS!
Posted by: Knitnana | May 23, 2011 at 10:59 AM
It's stunning. I love your description of the colors - it helps us to see them. The color that shows up is gorgeous - but I know what you mean about how sometimes the camera just can't quite capture that magical perfect shade.
Posted by: Jennifer | May 23, 2011 at 11:44 AM
So pretty! Love that jewel tone!
Posted by: Kathy | May 23, 2011 at 11:44 AM
Lovely, just lovely! You've done a great job capturing the colors. I'm sure it is breath-taking in person.
Posted by: Becky | May 23, 2011 at 12:08 PM
Ooh, I would love to see this in the sunlight! I can just get glimpses of the colors you are describing. Glad it is off the needles and on your shoulders so you can enjoy it in another way!
Posted by: Birdsong | May 23, 2011 at 12:28 PM
It's always so frustrating when you can't get the color right!
Nevertheless, it's gorgeous, and I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Posted by: Kristin | May 23, 2011 at 12:43 PM
simply lovely
Posted by: Trista | May 23, 2011 at 01:00 PM
I know those colors are always a challenge to capture in photos, but I can see them in my mind. I'm so glad this is for you, and it gives me a smile to think about you wrapped up in such energy and beauty.
xo
Posted by: Sarah | May 23, 2011 at 01:13 PM
So beautiful! That lovely blue will bring a smile . . . even on the greyest of days!
Posted by: Kym | May 23, 2011 at 01:31 PM
Stunning!
Posted by: Beverly | May 23, 2011 at 02:10 PM
It's gorgeous!
Posted by: Suzy | May 23, 2011 at 02:13 PM
Beautiful! Totally worth the wait, yes?
Posted by: Cookie | May 23, 2011 at 02:46 PM
Beautiful!
Posted by: Suzanne | May 23, 2011 at 05:05 PM
So lovely - wonderful colors. Enjoy!!!
Posted by: Joy | May 23, 2011 at 05:37 PM