05 February 2013

I'm Done!!! ~ posted by guest blogger Andee




I'm done!!! I finished my Leaves up last night. I just loved how the Beaverslide yarn blocked.  It got so soft after a good soak and I am thrilled with it.

I was hoping to do a better photo shoot of it, but both of my boys have colds so we'll be sticking close to home today.  As I take more pictures of it I'll post them on my blog and Ravelry.

I really enjoyed this KAL so much. It was the first time I ever did a KAL. For all of you who haven't started yet or think your Leaves is never going to get done.. I encourage you to keep going! It is hard to see what a treasure this pattern is while it is on the needles, but as soon as it comes off Presto! It is so impressive.

This project got me through... my 4 year old nieces brain surgery, 2 and half seasons of Downton Abbey, my dog's surgery, playoff football, the Super Bowl, waiting for the bus, countless episodes of Dr. Pole, and maybe a few other movies :)  

Happy Knitting and I hope there is another KAL in the future!

~Andee

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12 comments:

  1. Kelli ~ OneknitwitFebruary 5, 2013 at 6:19 AM

    I wish I could see it up close, I'll bet with that mohair it's got a halo haze glow to it. It's a beautiful blanket. Where will it be put? It was good getting to know you,thanks for KALing with us.

    Kelli

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    1. AndeeFebruary 5, 2013 at 6:57 AM

      I can't wait to get some better pictures of it. But I am not sure when that is going to happen. I am loving it though.

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  2. karenFebruary 5, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    It is gorgeous!!! Love the outdoor photos :)

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  3. EileenFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    So beautiful !!! Great photos as well.

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  4. Kelly LightbeamFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:37 AM

    Oooh! So inspiring! I've been knitting on my leaves (slowly and quietly) for the last week or so, now that my hiatus is over, but I've still got weeks of knitting left ;)

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  5. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    So very beautiful. I love that yarn.

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  6. Annie CholewaFebruary 5, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    Oh wow, it's beautiful.

    I'm just waiting for the yarn I ordered to arrive and then I shall be casting on my own Leaves :)

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  7. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 6, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    it's amazing, Andee and I covet your snow ;)

    and there' always another kal just on the horizon on our blog so if you ever want to join us again, we'd love your company!! anytime :)
    Melissa

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  8. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 6, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    oops, meant to ask...your Rav page said you only used 800+ yds...is that right? if so, I'm amazed!!

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    1. AndeeFebruary 6, 2013 at 11:44 AM

      I am trying to figure that out. I bought 5 skeins. I have one and a half left. I was going to check my recite to make sure I didn't get 6.

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  9. AndiFebruary 8, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    Knitting therapy indeed. This beautiful knit got you through many things.
    Bonus it is just gorgeous!

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  10. Lori annFebruary 8, 2013 at 11:31 PM

    everytime i tried to comment blogger refused it! your leaves is stunning, i love it. love the color you chose so much. i wish i could come and help you out with photos, you, your shawl, the snow, gorgeous!

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