Now, on to Three on Thursday and knitting...
If I ever finish that sweater I've been working on, I want to start a shawl. But I can't decide on a pattern. I love the simplicity of single skein shawls but I'd use up the stash faster if I knit with two. Plus, I've bought multiple two color sets of yarn with no particular design in mind this year. I need to get busy knitting something with them.
All three of these patterns are designed by Helen Stewart. I had something else picked out for option one but then when my next two choices were both Helen Stewart designs, and it being Three on Thursday, I knew I had to stick with the theme. It wasn't difficult to find a third pattern from this designer.
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| Maytham Shawl by Helen Stewart |
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| Rune Shawl by Helen Stewart |
Or maybe the Rune Shawl. This one looks pretty easy and perfect for poolside knitting plus, I have been reading The Celtic Blood series which takes place in Scotland around the year 1000. The books are full of ancient magic and references to runes. I feel like this shawl is begging to be knit while I read the last two books in the series.
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| Summertide Shawl by Helen Stewart |
I hope you'll join me over at Carole's and let me know what you're knitting today.
For crying out loud!!! That's a pretty big error. I still can't believe that in this country people have to delay treatment because of cost. It just doesn't make sense. I remember breaking down in tears at the pharmacy once because a prescription was going to be $300 and I couldn't swing that at the time. I never did get the medicine. Now it's over the counter for a few bucks. There should be a law.
ReplyDeleteThe shawl you've chosen is lovely - and perfect for summer. That said . . . your post today breaks my heart. I cannot bear that people in the US must delay important testing and procedures because of health insurance. It is just too much. I will hold you in my heart. XO
ReplyDeleteUgh, medical bureaucracy is THE WORST. Sorry about that. I'm sure you're relieved that you didn't get stabbed, but it's still a pain. Getting care you need shouldn't be so hard.
ReplyDeleteI do love all these shawls and I don't think you can go wrong with any of them!
oh wow, Summertide is STUNNING!
ReplyDeleteI am sorry about your procedure. I hope they get it worked out.
ReplyDeleteI am a big fan of Helen Stewart. I am starting her newest mystery shawl today!
Oh no, that is a huge expense. I hope you can get it all sorted out soon. Helen Stewart's shawls are just beautiful - I want to make them all!
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about the test. That is awful.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for October when I go on Medicare. The cost of my insulin will increase over 300%
I think it's awful that our medical system is so ridiculously broken. Your shawls are all great choices!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! I'm so sorry. That is just so wrong. This is an important surgery. It's also why our son and future DIL want us to retire to the UK and live with them. There is just so much wrong with our medical system here.
ReplyDeleteOn a happier note, I've knit several of Helen Stewarts shawls and her patterns are wonderful and so easy to follow. I like that she gives you a stitch count for each row so you can be sure to be on track. You've chosen some beauties that I haven't made yet.
Blessings,
Betsy
HOW. FRUSTRATING. Let's hope for a good resolution for you in July.
ReplyDeleteI do love, love the Summertide (and corresponding reading is extra fun...and I think I'd have to bake a little something to correspond...and maybe pour a little something? I do love a theme!).