I did it. Very proud of myself for taking on and finishing this year’s mystery shawl knit a long. The flamboyant Stephen West from Westknits is the mastermind behind the MKAL and it is in its 13th year.
4 clues are released over 4 weeks with video instructions for each clue. The gradient part was to use the four selected colours from light to dark and repeat throughout. My wool is sock yarn, yes 4ply! I purchased it from Bendigo and Wangaratta woollen mills. They appeared to play nicely together and I’m pleased with the effect. Serendipity….
Clue 1 was something of a challenge. It began by making a circle using magic loop and working out from the centre to make a square. A pattern suggestion was given but its up to you to create your own variation as long as you arrive at the required stitch count on the last row.
Clue 2 was in 2 parts to form a diamond shape around the square central part.
Clue 3 was also in 2 parts forming 2 wing sections on the sides of the project. The shape of the shawl was now becoming apparent.
Clue 4 was a border section under and across the winged sections. It was finished with an I cord bind off. I decided to add a fringe to finish.
Robyn was home for a few weeks, it was good to have her home. We also had Jake 12 yrs and Shakira’s 16yrs birthdays. Where does time go ?
I am packing/preparing for the annual Rollers gathering. This year is closer to home at Port Maquarie. I plan to drive up and stay with Lynda and Ethel on Sunday. Then an hour trip on Monday for 5 days at the NRMA CP in Port Maquarie. We have booked out the whole CP for the event. Looking forward to lots of catch ups and fun times.
Joans jottings 