A little while ago, I mentioned thinking about working my way through a book on shawl shapes where the projects are all (or mostly) mini-shawls. Well, I finally got started. This is pattern #1 in the book – Tip Up Triangle Shawl. The name pretty much says it all. You start at the tip and do the increases along the sides as you work your way up.
It turned out OK, but the lace pattern is kind of indistinct. Possibly I need to block it a little harder, or possibly need smaller needles. I plan to rework it anyway – I don’t love the garter with this. Stockinette with the lace might look a bit better. And seriously, this took maybe an hour to knit, so if I’m ever going to just fool around with something, this is the time.
As an added bonus, I think this project is going to help me use up a LOT of scraps!
Quite A Yarn 
Your mini shawl is so pretty. I find with lace blocking is key and finding that perfect spot between not blocked enough and overblocked takes practice:)
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You are right there! I will have to rewet it and give it an actual blocking this evening 🙂
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I think it looks great. I think this is a great project and can’t wait to see what you make next.
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Thank you! I hope it will be a fun learning exercise and also help me get rid of some scraps. And at the same time, as per your excellent suggestion, make Dolores some shawls!
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I think the concept is so pretty! I’m sure you will work out the kinks! 🙂
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Hope so! And thank you 🙂
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I don’t think it has to be perfect; basically you’re just gaining an understanding of different shawl shape constructions! I teach a class using various shawl shapes; everybody has a favorite. My favorite changes constantly!
I think a lot of the Shetland laces are garter stitch based. I do like stockinette laces better, too. But it’s all good.
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You make a good point – it really is about the construction methods 🙂 Just from reading through the book it seems like all of them will have their advantages and disadvantages. It will be fun to work my way through them anyway!
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