5.08.2006
Ene's Scarf
the next installment of WIP domination: enter Ene.
there hasn't been much blogging about this project. a few measley entries way back in january (i had to check my archives to be sure). sometime in february i ripped it all out because of a 'creative difference' with the pattern. in order to be at peace with it, i knew i better start over or regret it later. after that... it was very slow going. until last weekend, when, with new resolve i knit about 70% of the shawl in marathon style.
and was it ever worth it! i'm very happy with how it turned out. we took some photos this weekend with the new recipient...
Pattern: Ene's Scarf by Nancy Bush
Source: Scarf Style (Interweave Press)
Materials: Blackberry Ridge Laceweight Wool/Silk in 'Willow'
Needles: US 5 circulars
a quick note about the yarn: i loved it. i will definitely consider using it again in the future, although i wish there was more of a color selection. it softened after a wash, and the silk content adds a great subtle texture - little white flecks and the faintest hint of a sheen. i was really happy with how it worked out, and i love the blackberry ridge mill also.
finally, you know how it is... when you have something this beautiful... you just can't stop taking pictures of it. at least i couldn't. (theres more in the flickr set if you still aren't satisfied!!)
head down, power through! ¶ 9:16 AM
there hasn't been much blogging about this project. a few measley entries way back in january (i had to check my archives to be sure). sometime in february i ripped it all out because of a 'creative difference' with the pattern. in order to be at peace with it, i knew i better start over or regret it later. after that... it was very slow going. until last weekend, when, with new resolve i knit about 70% of the shawl in marathon style.
and was it ever worth it! i'm very happy with how it turned out. we took some photos this weekend with the new recipient...
Pattern: Ene's Scarf by Nancy Bush
Source: Scarf Style (Interweave Press)
Materials: Blackberry Ridge Laceweight Wool/Silk in 'Willow'
Needles: US 5 circulars
a quick note about the yarn: i loved it. i will definitely consider using it again in the future, although i wish there was more of a color selection. it softened after a wash, and the silk content adds a great subtle texture - little white flecks and the faintest hint of a sheen. i was really happy with how it worked out, and i love the blackberry ridge mill also.
finally, you know how it is... when you have something this beautiful... you just can't stop taking pictures of it. at least i couldn't. (theres more in the flickr set if you still aren't satisfied!!)
head down, power through! ¶ 9:16 AM
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Ene is gorgeous, you did such a fabulous job! I hope the recipient enjoys it!
I'm also very jealous that you knit it so quickly after ripping it the first time! Wow. You did a wonderful job, and the recipient is very pretty with her new shawl.
...but nothing seemed quite adequate.
Great job on the ene's shawl. I have the same blackberry ridge yarn in my closet waiting to be cast on. I am just waiting to finish some projects before I start.
Ok, I'm going to read the rest of your blog.
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Beautiful Jared! I hope the recipient was head over heels about it! How many more left in the WIP pile?
wow! looks great. i would not have the patience to do that.
http://colorguardblog.blogs.com/knitblog/
OMG, did I just catch an Arrested Dev't reference?!?
Ene is gorgeous, you did such a fabulous job! I hope the recipient enjoys it!
Love it. I really like that colour. I made mine of the same yarn, but in red....I wore it as a scarf all winter. My favourite knit.
The shawl is just amazing and your photos are lovely as well. I'm always so impressed with your knitting, Jared. Great job!
Wow, you're totally powering through the UFOs huh? The shawl looks soooo purdy, what satisfaction you must have felt when you finished it.
absolutely gorgeous.
I'm also very jealous that you knit it so quickly after ripping it the first time! Wow. You did a wonderful job, and the recipient is very pretty with her new shawl.
love how you're dominating the UFO's - that Ene's is really gorgeous and I'm glad you had such a good time with the Blackberry Ridge wool/silk: i've been wanting to try it out. Always such beautiful things to see on your site, I just love your aesthetic.
Your link from the ScarfStyle Knitalong doesn't work, has an extra bit at the beginning. You might want to change it. I'm glad I got here anyway :)
You ARE on a roll! This is stunning. Just lovely. And very versatile - it will be perfect for the summer A/C-cold and will transition well through the change in seasons. Bravo! What a thoughtful gift!
Beautiful shawl! Your WIP Management goals are much more aggressive than mine; I'm trying to whittle down to 18-24 projects. :D
Nice job! I choose not to knit lace. But I'm knitting lace at the moment. I feel your pain on that one, and I'm very impressed with your results, and I LOVE the color!!
i was trying to think of something to say which would sum up how beautiful i thought your ene was.
...but nothing seemed quite adequate.
Great pictures and a beautiuful job of knitting. Ene is on my long list of shawls to knit. I'm happy to have found your blog. You have some fabulous knitting!
OMG. That is gorgeous. I've been wanting to knit Ene for a while too -- but your FO might just push me over the edge. It's just so gorgeous.
I can't beleive I just found your blog. Yay!! Another male knitter! I love your blog!!
Great job on the ene's shawl. I have the same blackberry ridge yarn in my closet waiting to be cast on. I am just waiting to finish some projects before I start.
Ok, I'm going to read the rest of your blog.
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