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Traveling Woman Shawl, Take 2

January 6, 2011 By Carole

I feel like 2010 was the year of the shawl. After all, I knit 6 of them and, while some were great feats, most were simple triangular shawls. That’s probably because they are my favorite type of shawl to knit and to wear. They just make such a perfect little accessory to a boring blouse or plain sweater. You can throw one on over your coat for a pop of color and some extra warmth or you can wear it instead of a coat when the weather warm is simply chilly. Versatile is the operative word here.

The last finished shawl of 2010 was the Traveling Woman Shawl. I knit it from 11/26 to 12/10 and then tossed it into the knitting basket and promptly forgot all about it. I think I was scared to block it because I knit this exact same pattern last December and it unraveled when I blocked it. Yup. There’s nothing quite like pulling out a point to pin it and having the whole thing start coming un-done. It’s a scary moment and I was so disgusted that I picked up the whole thing and threw it in the trash. Yes I did. Don’t judge me.

Anyway, that had never happened before and I think I was afraid to block this one for fear of it happening again. I needn’t have worried.

It blocked out beautifully and I’ve already worn it once.

The yarn is String Theory Hand Dyed Caper Sock Yarn in the color Scarlet. I love how the pinks and roses and purples all blend together.

And truly, the feeling of accomplishment is all that much sweeter the second time around.

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  1. Geri says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:03 am

    When I looked at this shawl I started to swoon. Traveling Women is in my queue this year as I try to deplete some stash, but it was more than that. The yarn is one of my favorites. I’ve knit quite a bit with Caper Sock from String Theory. Actually, it is my downfall as we have a house in Blue Hill, Me. where the shop is located. Such temptation!!

  2. Nora says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:13 am

    So pretty. I knit that pattern in a very similar colorway of Dream in Color Starry for a silent auction contribution – such a satisfying quick knit!

  3. Manise says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:37 am

    Beautiful! What a horrifying experience. Glad the blocking the second time around was successful.

  4. Jeannie says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:43 am

    Ouch on the first one, lovely and happy about your second one!!

  5. DebbieB says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:53 am

    Lovely! I’m glad this one cooperated. I’ve done the same thing with weaving projects that were uncooperative – scissors come out and it’s cut off the loom, spit-spot (as Mary Poppins would say).

  6. Kathy says

    January 6, 2011 at 8:03 am

    I love it! That color is yummy!

  7. margene says

    January 6, 2011 at 8:13 am

    Ok, next time that happens (not that I think it will) send the shawl to me.
    This time around the shawl is gorgeous and you’re so right about the color. The way the tones and shades blend are lovely, soft and perfect. Nice work on knitting and blocking. Your photos show off your work beautifully.

  8. jill says

    January 6, 2011 at 8:32 am

    LOVE the colors! They are a beacon to spring. You are a strong-willed woman to knit another shawl after the heartbreaking blocking episode. What a terrific lesson in perseverance!

  9. Joy says

    January 6, 2011 at 9:22 am

    Lovely, but what a bummer about the first one!

  10. Cathy R says

    January 6, 2011 at 9:37 am

    I think my heart stopped at your blocking nightmare story… I’m so glad that the second one came out.

    I am absolutely in LOVE with the calvacade of shawls made with sock yarn that has been coming out lately!! I want to knit them ALL!

  11. Donna says

    January 6, 2011 at 9:39 am

    Very pretty shawl Carole. You know – I think if that had happened to me, I would have thrown it in the trash as well. I might have even burned it out of aggravation.

    I think shawls are my favorite – they are fun to make and so versatile.

  12. Cyndy says

    January 6, 2011 at 9:46 am

    It is a perfect match of yarn and pattern. No judging here, I have done the very same thing for different reasons.
    P.S.Belated congratulations to Hannah on a successful first semester.

  13. sweetea says

    January 6, 2011 at 10:10 am

    ha! i love that you threw out the first shawl! that is exactly what i would have done, cursing it all the way to the trash bin!

    this one is gorgeous, so work it lady!

  14. Jo-Ann says

    January 6, 2011 at 10:22 am

    Gorgeous … and it looks almost identical in colors to the one I knit in Raspberry Smoothie (that you gifted to me)! Love it! I want to start a shawl 🙂

  15. Cheryl S. says

    January 6, 2011 at 11:35 am

    Yikes! What trauma!
    Glad this one turned out happy!

  16. elizabeth says

    January 6, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    That is so weird, I can’t imagine why that would happen! I love this new shawl though, I’m going to have to check out the specs…

  17. kmkat says

    January 6, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    That unraveling thing is awful — a knitter’s worst nightmare! Did you blog about it at the time? The new shawl is lovely, though. Makes up for it.

  18. Robby says

    January 6, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    Gorgeous! And that other thing that happened? OMG, I’d have been tearing my hair out. Besides, if it was wool, it’s not like you could have burned it in a fit of pique. I’d just focus on the beauty of this one if I was you.

  19. Hillary says

    January 6, 2011 at 2:40 pm

    Having the first shawl unravel must’ve been awful but I’m shocked that you threw it away. Not in love with the yarn maybe? Anyway, this version is lovely. I see what you mean about the colors. i really, really, love yarns that blend the colors nicely. It makes such a difference!

  20. Doris says

    January 6, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    That is just beautiful. It is the perfect mix of color and pattern. I have that pattern in my queue…might have to move it up the line.

  21. Cookie says

    January 6, 2011 at 4:39 pm

    Lovely shawl and I’m not judging at all! I’m sure I would have done the same thing.

    Ever think of doing round lace? Niebling perhaps? 😀

  22. Kristi aka FiberFool says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:11 pm

    It is beautiful! I’m so glad it didn’t give you problems when you blocked it. I would have likely done the same thing as you did with #1 had that happened to me.

  23. Suzanne says

    January 6, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    Love the color!

  24. Beth says

    January 6, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    It’s really beautiful! Those colors are great. I would probably throw up if a shawl unraveled on me.

  25. Sara says

    January 6, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    I love that shawl…it is so beautiful. The pattern is on my list to knit…

  26. Beverly says

    January 6, 2011 at 10:44 pm

    I have thrown out naughty knitting. I don’t judge!

  27. Patty says

    January 7, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    Just beautiful Carole! That String Theory Caper is pretty special stuff! TGIF!

  28. amanda {the habit of being} says

    January 8, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    sooo pretty! and that color is amazing!

  29. Kim says

    January 11, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    Your shawl is so pretty! I love the colors. 🙂

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