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This Week In My Craft Studio: Lace Shawl

- August 8, 2013 | by April -

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Knitting is like a really good old friend. I can set it aside for months, but when I pick it back up, it’s like I never put it down.

This is my first lace knitting project, and now that I’ve gotten the hang of it, I’m really enjoying it.

At first, I was using a yarn that wasn’t right for the project. When I switched yarns, it started going a lot smoother. In the beginning, I had to take it apart four times, but the fifth time seems to be the charm.

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What are you currently working on? Learning any new techniques?

13 Comments · Filed Under: Creativity, Handmade

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  1. Dana says

    August 8, 2013 at 4:52 pm

    So pretty! I love the color! I’m currently rebuilding the massive website at my day job using WordPress Multisite. I’ve never used MultiSite before or built a site so large in WP and I’m learning a lot about organizing a giant maze of pages into something easy to navigate for a ton of different user groups. Challenging, but fun!

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    • April says

      August 9, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      Thanks! That does sound really challenging! I’m glad you’re enjoying it. Learning a new skill can be a lot of fun.

      Reply
  2. Lindsey Little says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:04 pm

    That yarn is beautiful! 🙂

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    • April says

      August 9, 2013 at 1:10 pm

      Thanks Lindsey!

      Reply
  3. Cathy Pascual says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    Gorgeous! I’ve never knit lace before.

    This week I’m working on my biggest custom hoop art yet + creating a new website (using WP, of course 🙂

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    • April says

      August 9, 2013 at 1:11 pm

      That sounds exciting! Good luck!

      Reply
  4. Louise says

    August 9, 2013 at 2:09 am

    Hi April
    I am working on some aprons for a market at the end of the month and also plan to sew some book-bunting this weekend.
    What sort of yarn is this? It’s so pretty.

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    • April says

      August 9, 2013 at 1:30 pm

      Sounds fun! I’m not quite sure. All I know is that it’s fingering yarn that’s partly cotton. I put the tag somewhere “safe” and now I’m not sure where that “safe” place is! I hate when that happens. 🙂

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  5. Bev says

    August 9, 2013 at 8:47 am

    The colors are gorgeous! I haven’t picked up my knitting needles in well over a year (maybe even 2?), but this fall I intend to (try to) knit a sweater for my baby who is due in November 🙂 Otherwise I’m working on lots and lots of jewelry for my upcoming shows and holiday season!

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    • April says

      August 9, 2013 at 1:30 pm

      Thanks Bev! Congrats on the baby! Good luck on creating lots of amazing jewelry and having a super successful holiday season.

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  6. Jacolien says

    August 9, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    That looks lovely!
    Also love the colors of the yarn, very pretty.

    I’m currently crocheting some coasters, they’re getting really pretty.

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    • April says

      August 9, 2013 at 1:31 pm

      Thanks! I’ve tried crochet a couple times and I just can’t get the hang of it–crocheting into the chain is where I mess things up. But, I love crocheted stuff!

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