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Susan's Winter Shawl

2/4/2016

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This Summer my wonderful Step Mom sent me a lovely box of Wool yarns. This pink Cascade 220 Paints yarn was not my color but I knew who it would be perfect for; Alex's Ma! I couldn't decide whether to make a shawl or felted slippers for her, to ensure the perfect gift I had her pick out the pattern. 
The first shawl pattern we tried was Autumn Blush by Joji Locatelli but the Cascade 220 yarn was just too springy and squishy to conform to that delicate stitch pattern. (I'll definitely be coming back to that pattern though, it's super fun and complicated.) We ended up switching to Pure by cabinfour, which is a much simpler stitch pattern and perfect for showing off the beautiful color changes of the hand painted yarn. 
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I altered the pattern to add an extra stripe of stockinette after the twisted stitch section so I could use every last bit of the delicious Wool. 
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It's so warm and squishy! It's the perfect color for Spring but wooly and warm enough to wear throughout the rest of the Winter. 
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The pattern was super simple and easy to follow. I think it would be a perfect knit for a beginner who is looking to learn increasing and yarn overs for the first time. 
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The yarn I used, Cascade 220 Paints in 9859 is unfortunately discontinued! It's your typical Cascade 220 yarn but hand painted, it's 100% Wool and super spongy and squishy. It's awesome to work with and blocks really well.
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And don't worry, I'll be making something adorable for my Step-Ma too soon! She will not be left out! 
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I was definitely feeling the Winter blues in January and I think working with such a bright, cheerful yarn helped to get me out of my Post Christmas funk.  

I hope you like my latest creation, thanks letting me tell you all about it! 

-Ashley
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Tracy
2/4/2016 04:47:51 pm

Awesomeness

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