Finished Object - Swallowtail Shawl

Pattern: Swallowtail Shawl from Fall 2006 Interweave Knits
Finished dimensions: 22 x 48 inches
Yarn: Misti Alpaca Lace, baby blue, less than 1 skein.  Purchased from Newbury Yarns, Boston.
Needles: Addi Turbos size 4
Modifications: This pattern was such fun!  The only change I made was to replace the purl 5 together (which is nearly impossible to do without sharper needles) with a slip 3, knit 2 together, pass 3 over.  
Started: 8/26/06
Finished: 9/14/06

  
I really need to find the remote to the digital camera. There is only so much you can do at arm's length!


This has been one of the most rewarding projects I have done in quite a while.  I had to rip back a few times as I figured out how the bobbles were supposed to work, and I am so glad that I did.  Aside from one misplaced stitch, this shawl is perfect, and I LOVE it.  This was my first lace knitting project, and I would recommend it for anyone feeling the urge to knit lace.  The commitment isn't huge, and the yarn is inexpensive with lots of color choices.  Such fun!