A Passion For Lace...
NEW
OSBORNE HOUSE SHAWLS
Gossamer Shetland Lace-
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Square
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All new in the store!
The biggest shawl pattern in my store! A shawl with a history of 170+ years, recreated by A Passion For Lace... The square was knitted by Debbie Chisholm. Isn't it beautiful?
This shawl has 28 pages, full of historic background information, technical support and charts to make it possible for you to knit this too. Charts do need to be attached to each other to make the border chart complete. Pattern is ONLY available in English.
The Rectangles were knit by MoniqueD and GrantM. They are so delicate and fine. MoniqueD knit hers on 1,25mm! Grant with 1,5mm.
Those patterns come in 1 file, 34 pages, historic background, tech-support, photo's and charts.
Here the charts need to be attached to eachother too.
This is only available in English. -
Spring or Autumn... time to knit something light
Now that, for most, the winter is over and spring is ready to start, it's time to cast on for something light and a bit more quick.
If you're in the southern hemisphere, hopefully summer won't torture you much longer and days will cool a bit. Preparing for Autumn with a bit of fluff and you're good to go!
You can choose a rectangle or a nice triangle. And you can make it as difficult as you want, I have plenty of options.
You can go to the top left for the menu.
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Saint Ninian
St. NinianPerhaps a bit too early to go to the beach yet, so it might be a good time to start knitting a light shawl.
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Muness
MunessA triangular shawl, light and with beautiful patterning, perfect to wrap yourself in when it gets a bit chilly.
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Kawaii
KawaiiThis shawl in kidsilk is a combination of a leaf pattern and an open lace edge. Not the easiest, but so worth it. With its generous size, perfect for that autumn eve's.
Want to join the knit-a-long for...
Equilibrium
On February 17th, @fiberchats started a Knit-a-Long!
She chose my Equilibrium shawl.
It might not look so easy, but I've heard from some knitters that it mighty addictive. Especially the centre!
The edge is a bit of a challenge, perhaps.
But SO worth it. To be honest, it made me really happy to work on this shawl.
Give it a try!
Irina has support in the Knitters gonna Knit group on Facebook. And the Fiberchats group on Ravelry.
Plus video's on Youtube under @fiberchats
Have a Fine Knit
Shapes
Squares
The ultimate in Shetland Fine Lace is a knitted square.
Endless possibilities in lace patterns, from an 'all over' to a multiple patterned border.
This will keep you busy for quite a while, but it's so worth it.
Enhance your skills and give it a try.
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The Shetland Stars Square
Shetland StarsThere is such a story to this shawl, it has its own page.
Knit in original 1ply Shetland fine wool, this square has so much to offer. Stars, zigzags, hexagons...
Worth all tears, all time and every effort. -
The Second One
The Second OneHere shown in 5 natural shades of Shetland wool.
This square is smaller than the Stars, however it is build up the same way. Very beautiful lace patterns and with the colours, wearing it will be really special. -
Lund
LundSometimes, a triangle is so beautiful, you have to knit it twice! As a square. And that is what Debbie did with this Lund.
Made in hand dyed fine Shetland wool, this square is so attractive and it will keep you all warm and cozy.
The pattern comes with instructions for a triangle and a square.
Rectangles
There is a lot you can put into a rectangle to make it quite interesting to knit. With a more direct result, compared to a square, satisfaction is certainly a key component.
The centres can be very becoming with pretty little designs, an all over or one that is centred in the middle.
Effective and beautiful!
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Blyde
BlydeA very delicately knit rectangle called Blyde.
Testing your skills with this one, will bring you to the ultimate level of knitting a gossamer yarn with multiple patterns from Shetland. -
Aith
AithA perfect example of a light spring shawl in a happy colour. The simple edge is surrounding a beautiful centre. So elegant.
Take it with you to the beach and feel luxurious! You deserve it! -
Esha
EshaThis is the starter 'kit' for Shetland Lace. In this shawl, you will learn 11 different Shetland lace patterns in small portions.
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Shetland Bound
Shetland BoundI think this is the first shawl I made with Shetland wool, and it was for Jamieson & Smith; The Lace Collection 2012.
I put in all my favourite patterns.
A fine rectangle!
Triangles
A triangle is rewarding to knit, in so many ways. Personally, I have only designed one shawl that's knit bottom - up, the majority is worked top - down.
A true benefit of a triangle is that it is not set in shape. It can be a central point, but the centre can be way off to one side too!
Or insert a part in the centre, like a Faroese shawl, to add interest.
Colours work always very well with a triangle, the lace can really benefit from a small splash!
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Singel
SingelThis is such a nice shawl to knit. First a bit of twisting stitching and then a bit of lace. Together they form a beautiful wide triangle.
Singel is called after the gracht in Amsterdam, where you can buy flowers and bulbs. -
Across the Beach
Across The BeachThis is knit bottom-up. I had too, otherwise those gorgeous shells would not come out so well.
The original is not so large, it was knit in a fine grey silk.
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Winter Lake
Winter LakeDon't let the name fool you. This is a fine knit shawl, beading is optional, with the most exquisite edge. You do need to pay attention, but look how stunning the result is!
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A Fine Lace Snack
A Fine Lace SnackA perfect small project, so you can practise some of my favourite Shetland lace pattern. A bunting with 11 different patterns. You can use many colours or knit the one you like some more.