Vicki posted pictures of her beautiful Different Lines yesterday. Did you see how it draped so beautifully around her neck?
My shawl, Stripe Study, has been around my shoulders from the minute it was finished. Kim's glorious yarn makes it soft, drapy, warm, and lovely to wear. Lucky for me, Vicki took a couple FO shots when we visited Silver Lake. (Can it really be over a week ago? she wailed.)
Last night I was able to take a few close up photos in my garden.
At first glance the stripe pattern seems quite simple, but the shawl is knit with short rows which create an asymmetrical pattern. One end has thinner stripes and the other end has wider stripes. I used a chocolate brown (Godiva) and a soft pinkish tan (Woodrose), in Woolen Rabbit Lark.
Usually, garter stitch stripes looks odd on the back side, but the garter effect created an interesting pattern, and almost third color. No need to worry if you have this shawl on "wrong", as both sides look beautiful.
I may be following Vicki's lead to make more than one of this Striped Study, but I'll definitely be trying Different Lines, too. The creative use of stripes is rather addicting, interesting to watch as the shawl grows, and very fun knitting.
It's really wonderful.
Posted by: Carole | October 04, 2011 at 11:01 AM
When I first saw this pattern I thought I'd never knit it...mainly because of it being assymetrical. But seeing yours makes me think twice about it. Your shawl is beautiful and it sits on your shoulders just right!
Posted by: Marilyn | October 04, 2011 at 11:21 AM
I was sorely tempted to swipe it whilst it was left unattended at Alta -- it's gorgeous!
Posted by: Suzy | October 04, 2011 at 11:28 AM
You look so happy with your new knit. Well done!
Posted by: Cookie | October 04, 2011 at 11:47 AM
I like shawls that look deceptively simple - I knit a Spiral Nebula Shawl that's sort of similar that way.
Posted by: Chris | October 04, 2011 at 11:53 AM
It looks great on your shoulders. The colors work perfectly in this pattern.
Posted by: Trista | October 04, 2011 at 12:09 PM
Some of my favorite projects are those that are simple but yield beautiful results. I love this.
Posted by: Nik | October 04, 2011 at 12:29 PM
Simply lovely, ma'dear!!
Posted by: CindyCindy | October 04, 2011 at 12:55 PM
Waaaaaaa! I can't believe it's been a week! Kim's yarn is so nice -- wonderfully soft and drapey for this shawl. So cozy!
Posted by: Vicki | October 04, 2011 at 01:05 PM
Much like the commenter above, I didn't think I'd ever knit this shawl because of the asymmetry. But seeing it worn by someone gives me a whole different perspective. Great color choices. You did a lovely job with this.
Posted by: Susan | October 04, 2011 at 03:07 PM
Yours is beautiful! I loved knitting mine and it became a rather addictive. I've got Different Lines in my queue and picked up yarn for it on Saturday. Can't wait to cast on.
Posted by: Manise | October 04, 2011 at 04:16 PM
I love this one so much! It really does look great from either side.
Posted by: Cheryl S. | October 04, 2011 at 04:49 PM
So very elegant! I love the colors, and the photo shoot, too.
Posted by: Birdsong | October 04, 2011 at 09:13 PM
Soooo pretty - functional, yet feminine. GREAT project!!
Posted by: Anne | October 05, 2011 at 06:19 AM
Very pretty! I love those colors! They look even richer and more delicious in person.
I too am addicted to these shawls. I have yarn to make another one (which would be #3). Eek!
Posted by: silvia | October 06, 2011 at 08:00 AM
It is beautiful!
Posted by: Kristin | October 09, 2011 at 05:25 PM
Perfect. Must make soon!
Posted by: jill | October 11, 2011 at 01:03 PM