With the summer winding down, I finally got around to blocking the lava lace scarf designed by Evelyn Clark. The colours remind me of fall, and I think it will look nice with a sweater or a light fleece jacket. The yarn: Handmaiden's Mini Maiden 50% wool, 50% silk. A wonder to knit with.
Because of the busy colours involved, I ended up ripping out several other patterns that I tried. I do think this pattern, which I have made before, accentuates the lively colours. The beauty of the free pattern, besides being easy to remember, different yarn creates a different look. So versatile.
Two scarfs draped over the form. One for me and one for my sister.
In my critically low stash, I found several yards of left over lace weight yarn. I think I have enough to fashion a stripped scarf; one with a definite point. It will be nice to have something new on the needles.
This month I also celebrated a milestone birthday. Where does the time go? Amazing how fast a year flies by, especially, it seems, as you grow older. I did have a wonderful day, and I am pleased that I've made so many trips around the sun. (Talk about travel :) Part of the day included a walk in the woods. Can't imagine life without the woods.
Although the days are still very hot and humid, the nights are cooler, so there are a few noticeable changes.
Speaking of the woods, tragically, over 500 wildfires are raging in British Columbia. They are in a state of emergency. I can't imagine how many hectares have burned. Heavy smoke has reached Calgary and beyond. (more than 500 miles) Praying for rain ... a lot of rain.
We have about 60 wildfires in Ontario. I hope and pray the brave firefighters are all okay, and that they make more gains, everywhere, very soon.
What's left of my birthday bouquet; the lilies are hanging in there nicely with more blooms to come.
Thank you for your lovely comments on my last post. I have responded to each of you there.
'Til next time...Have a lovely week, and
Cultivate your dreams.
Happy Belated Birthday, Dixie. What is the exact day again? I don't have it on my calendar, and I do so enjoy sending you a birthday card. Just hate to do it late. Your scarf is lovely. I do so love a variegated yarn, and the colours are some of my favourites. Love, Joannie
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to you, lovely Dixie♥ Your lively and colourful lace scarf is dancing with gorgeousness. It will be the perfect autumnal accessory to your wardrobe. I too cannot imagine life without a wonderful walk in the woods each day....or as us Aussies say, the bush. Have a beautiful day, lovely lady.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Dixie! I love the colors in your scarves. I think you found the perfect pattern.
ReplyDeleteYour scarf is beautiful even with the blunt edging. The lovely colours make me think of playing with pastels. It is hard to believe that there are wildfires in Canada! So devastating. I hope rain comes soon to all of us suffering from fires. A Very Happy Birthday to you!! So happy to hear that you were travelling and that you went for a walk in the woods. If you remember that's what I did too, went for a walk in the woods on my birthday :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your birthday bouquet. It is beautiful with cheery yellow flowers!
-Soma
Belated happy birthday. I hope you keep enjoying your 'trips around the sun'. We have also suffered from wildfires, but nothing as numerous as that in BC … I am praying for precipitation for you and for us … and for the safety of the firefighters. Lovely lace!!! Joining you from Wandering Camera.
ReplyDeleteSo good to see this post on Wandering Camera, Dixie! Loved seeing those lovely colours again.
ReplyDelete-Soma