Lace Diva
I have come to the realization that I love to knit lace. I see so many projects that I want to knit; sweaters with cables, mittens with amazing colorwork, socks with intricate patterns. For me those things are all about the end product. I want to make them because I like idea of the finished object. It has occured to me though, when I am truly happy, while I knit, it is always lace that I am knitting. I love the feel of the fine yarn, I love the rhythm of the yarn overs and the knitting two together, I love the sharp needles. Of course there is also the joy of the finished piece. I wear my lace shawls every chance I get. I will continue to lust after patterns with cables and colorwork. I'm sure I will cast on a project or two. But I think the projects most likely to be finished will be lace.
Pattern: Adamas Shawl
Designer: Miriam Felton for Knit Picks
Yarn: Fearless Fibers, Colorway: Hendrix
Needles: Addi Lace US 6
Modifications: None
Model: DD#2
I know exactly what you mean about knitting lace and just enjoying the process while knitting garments are about the finished product. Well put. Just love that shawl. I have that pattern. Did you use the lace merino yarn and how many skeins?
Thanks.
Posted by: Kathrin | July 25, 2007 at 03:32 PM
Very beautiful! Well done! Are you sure DD#2 is going to give it back?
I've yet to knit with lace weight. I have the Malabrigo you enabled me to get by pointing out that Webs carries it. I really should take the plunge.
Posted by: Brenda | July 25, 2007 at 06:00 PM
The shawl is lovely, and on my To-Do list! Lovely model, too.
Posted by: Petunia | July 25, 2007 at 06:07 PM
lovely shawl and even lovelier model
Posted by: maryse | July 25, 2007 at 07:26 PM
That is soooo gorgeous!I just finished my first shawl and have to get it blocked.You continue to amaze.
Posted by: LaVerna | July 25, 2007 at 08:05 PM
Your daughter is beautiful, your knitting is beautiful.....you take great pictures showing both of their beautys.........
Posted by: Diana | July 26, 2007 at 01:05 AM
Beautiful shawl, photos and gal!
Posted by: Nora | July 26, 2007 at 02:46 AM
Lovely, lovely, lovely! and the drape and color is awesome.
Posted by: Dawn | July 26, 2007 at 07:30 AM
Looks wonderful. The shawl and the photos are amazing.
Posted by: Ruth | July 26, 2007 at 07:36 AM
Your Adamas looks great and that's a really fun pattern to knit. Fabulous photo shoot, as always.
Posted by: Carole | July 26, 2007 at 07:43 AM
I'm learning about lace now with my first being the Mystery Stole 3 project. I've already purchased more yarn to do more lace. I think I'm in love!
Posted by: Rhonda the Stitchingnut | July 26, 2007 at 08:13 AM
Beautiful! I've never really paid attention to that pattern before - maybe now I should! Thanks for sharing it!
Posted by: Cara | July 26, 2007 at 08:34 AM
I feel the exact same way about lace knitting - I love the process! I'm trying to be more of a shawl/stole wearer.
Your Adamas is gorgeous in the soft lavender "Hendrix" colorway!
Posted by: Pat | July 26, 2007 at 08:35 AM
So beautiful, and your pictures are awesome too. I agree, there is something magical about lace knitting that makes it a favorite for me too.
Posted by: Karen | July 26, 2007 at 08:55 AM
Beautiful lace and beautiful pictures! I must agree about the satisfaction that comes from having some well constructed lace on the needles. There's just not much that can beat it.
Posted by: ami | July 26, 2007 at 09:34 AM
I've said before that DD#2 could have a career as a model, but clearly you also could have a career, as a photographer. Stunning photo shoot! And what a shawl! I watched it grow and it's great to see it finished and blocked. Wonderful pattern.
Posted by: LJ - sis to the very talented owner of this blog | July 26, 2007 at 10:27 AM
Great set - great model - great knit! Beautiful as always, Kirsten. How do you knit so fast? :)
Posted by: Lolly | July 26, 2007 at 10:30 AM
I'm not a shawl person myself, but that is *gorgeous*--and the yarn is yummy, too!
Posted by: Jennifer | July 26, 2007 at 10:33 AM
Just gorgeous!
Posted by: Kristi aka Fiber Fool | July 26, 2007 at 11:14 AM
Gorgeous shawl, and a great photo shoot too!
Posted by: Kristy | July 26, 2007 at 12:18 PM
Gorgeous!
Posted by: Cookie | July 26, 2007 at 12:45 PM
I am totally with you on the lace knitting process. I realized that a year or so ago when I was knitting a lace baby blanket. The only exception is if it's a lace knitting project that you are knitting for someone else because they'd like it and not something you actually wanted to otherwise knit. I love the shawl- beautiful!
Posted by: Ellen | July 26, 2007 at 01:06 PM
The shawl is just beautiful. If I ever switch from crochet to knit...it will be knitted lace that entices me!
Posted by: Gigi | July 26, 2007 at 03:46 PM
It is so pretty K! You are really inspiring me to knit lacy shawls. Your daughter is a beauty!
Posted by: tiennie | July 26, 2007 at 05:55 PM
It is so pretty K! You are really inspiring me to knit lacy shawls. Your daughter is a beauty!
Posted by: tiennie | July 26, 2007 at 05:57 PM