I don't think I gained anything in particular from participating in the KAL. It's a fairly straight forward pattern, so much discussion wasn't really required. Sure I got stumped when the pattern started, and that was only because I didn't read the pattern properly (remember to increase every 4 rows throughout the pattern peeps). It was nice to see the variations of other participants come to life, but I don't think I will participate in one again. It doesn't sit with my crafting style to feel pushed to do something when I could be doing something else (because I really wanted to get to the deadline for some ridiculous reason). To be honest I felt a bit like a glorified test-knitter. Oh well, at least I can cross 'participating in a KAL' off my bucket list, not that it actually was on there.
Anyway, here's my Sweet Summer Rays.
Pattern: Sweet Summer Rays. As I said, fairly straight forward pattern for a uniquely shaped shawlette. I used heaps more yarn than called for in the pattern, but then I didn't swatch and probably made it a teeny bit bigger. Even then I feel it is an awkard size and not particularly wearable. I usually just tie it neckerchief-style or use a pin to keep it in place as shown above.
Yarn: Wollmeise Sockenwolle 80/20 Twin in colourway Saffran. Another knitting-bucket-list item, one of those yarns I see every woman and her cat going bonkers over on ravelry. I was not particularly impressed. Oh it's nice enough and the colour is grand, but it's quite splitty and not particularly soft. I'll stick to my beloved BWM luxury thanks.
Ravelled here.
~Tan
P.s. Many thanks, as usual, to Clara for taking these rad snaps, and for putting up with me constantly begging her to be my personal photographer xox
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Interesting post. I've always sort of wanted to do KAL, but then, I'm such a loner I never end up doing it. I think your shawl is very pretty.
ReplyDeleteit's ok to be a loner! i really can't think of a good reason to do a KAL, unless it's a pattern you REALLY want to do and you have the time.
Deleteit just doesnt suit my knitting style or agenda!
I actually really like it...gorgeous color and beautiful pattern. How long did it take to finish it? I think it was worth it. You look very elegant with it :)
ReplyDeleteI completed this in just under a month. Thanks for your kind words :D I do like it, but it probably wouldnt be my first choice next time :)
DeleteOh I absolutely love this project, the color, the pattern! I love the outlines of points embedded in the pattern, it gives the shawl some extra interest. It looks fabulous on you too! You are great at picking out wonderful colors for yourself.
ReplyDeletethanks! and as a bonus mustard is so in right now !
DeleteVery nice...
ReplyDeleteHave a fun weekend !
Anna
I've only participated in one KAL and didn't enjoy it much. The pattern was beyond my skill level at the time and the schedule was too aggressive for me. I did finish, but I think it was more than a year later. lol.
ReplyDeleteI like your shawl and I love the color.
yes I didn't appreciate the schedule. It takes the fun out of it when you must do something by a certain time.
DeleteI love the color of your shawlette.
ReplyDeleteI understand your frustration.
I've seen a lot of shawlettes that were pretty but not practical and did feel awkward.
Your shawl pin is a nice touch to make it work.
It looks lovely, Tanya! I love the colour, but it's a pity about the splitty yarn (I hate that!)
ReplyDeleteThe yarn has heaps of plies so a few of them would get pulled and you couldnt get them to settle down! annoying! i think wollmeise is all about the colour though.
Deletethat's probably the prettiest shawl I've ever seen. I really like the happy color too...... :)
ReplyDeletehugs xx Crystelle
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now THAT is the nicest comment I've ever received! Thanks so much!!!
DeleteI think seeing the variations is the main interest of KALs/CALs, though I rarely finish taking part in them. Your shawl is great, love the colour.
ReplyDeleteI love the colour of your shawl it is so summery!
ReplyDeletejust in time for winter ;)
DeleteAdorable your scarf! The colors is great for you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Have a great week!
Hugs from Portugal,
Ana Love Craft
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Hi, your shawl is so pretty. You did a great job with it. I saw it on Hookin on hump day.
ReplyDeleteJulie from julieslifestyle.blogspot.com
I love the pattern. When it's stretch out it resembles Batman's cape, LOL! Thank you for coming by and sharing this on Fluster Buster's Creative Muster Party.
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