Dragon Scale Scarf
I first cast on with the blue Malabrigo laceweight to start the Dragon Scale Scarf on Friday night; then again on Saturday night; finally again on Sunday morning. I lost count at seven failed attempts to get past the first repeat. The pattern was straightforward, the needles are wonderful, and the yarn is awesome. But apparently I shouldn't knit in low light or when I have too many distractions.
So with great lighting, by Sunday afternoon, I had a tiny bit of progress to show:
And by this afternoon, I had noticeable progress:
So I learned that I have to stick to knitting lace during the day when the lighting is best and the kids are at school. I also have to keep track of my glasses.
And every night, I read this at my son's request.
For some reason, I think it inspires my knitting.
Comments
Your scarf is looking fabulous! You are doing an awesome job!
Posted by: Shelley | April 2, 2007 08:15 PM
Brilliant! In more ways than one. ;)
Posted by: Felicia | April 2, 2007 08:43 PM
Looks wonderful!I love the shot of the scarf draped over the swift.
Posted by: Shannon | April 2, 2007 09:15 PM
Oh, it's gorgeous - and I love the tie-in with the book cover!
Posted by: Chris | April 2, 2007 10:06 PM
The scarf and Eragon certainly match!
Posted by: kat coyle | April 2, 2007 10:59 PM
Gor-juss! and the book goes oh so well... I read that book (and I don't have kids) loved that story...
Posted by: Liz | April 2, 2007 11:01 PM
The scarf is wonderful! Without distractions you knit fast! Love that blue.
Posted by: Brenda | April 2, 2007 11:37 PM
Very nice! And you're making great headway after a rough start.
Posted by: Jenny Raye | April 3, 2007 06:23 AM
I really like that scarf pattern. You have made great progress with it!
Posted by: Stacey | April 3, 2007 06:57 AM
ROFL! Yup. I can see why that might be inspiration.
Posted by: Heather | April 3, 2007 08:58 AM
Beautiful scarf! Love the blue.
I have the same problem knitting the Pomatomus socks. I have to have quiet and no distractions.
Posted by: Sallie | April 3, 2007 09:59 AM
Janet, it is just beautiful!! Now, I want to make one, the yarn is so yummy. Thanks once again for the inspiration!
Alisa
Posted by: Alisa Vratil | April 3, 2007 10:14 AM
I need to get that book! I actually enjoyed that movie - have you seen it?
Posted by: elizabeth | April 3, 2007 11:37 AM
Too funny! That scarf looks delish (and I don't normally like lace!).
Posted by: Vanessa | April 3, 2007 12:16 PM
I just LOOOOVE that Malabrigio lace-weight! I bought two skeins last week and am itching with start-itis!
Posted by: Ellen | April 3, 2007 03:42 PM
LOVE LOVE LOVE the scarf pattern in that blue and Malabrigo is one of my favorite yarns. I need to know where to get that pattern!!
Posted by: Lisa | April 3, 2007 04:04 PM
My eyes almost popped out when I scrolled down to the progress shot. And your son is just making sure that the dragon theme continues...
PS: I got the yarn!!! Please email me. x
Posted by: Nora | April 4, 2007 01:40 AM
I was also amused by how well your yarn matches the cover of the book. Definitely dragon scales!
The scarf is lovely. Are you going to leave it ripple-y and unblocked, or block it flat?
Posted by: s t a c i | April 4, 2007 09:01 AM
I haven't seen this pattern before - it's beautiful.
I love your Yarn Cake Portraits. I've always thought yarn is at it's best in cake form!
Posted by: lynda | April 4, 2007 10:49 AM
ohhhh!!!!
so lovely! the color is just beautiful!
malabrigo is a dream. love this blue and the matching book. ;-)
You made lightening fast progress, Janet!
it's a beautiful life; knitting blue dragon scales and reading to your lil' guys.... it makes me happy to think of it.
hugs and love!
Posted by: wynne | April 5, 2007 01:51 AM
it is absolutely beautiful..
could you tell me how to buy a copy of the pattern.. i see it on line ... but no resource to purchase..
thanks..sr
Posted by: susan ross | August 8, 2007 04:58 PM