Better when blocked

By | January 31, 2012

Blocking makes such a huge difference, doesn’t it?

so much better!

It wasn’t my most patient or meticulous blocking job, but I think it turned out okay. Even the corners look decent:

not bad

Jane, as always, is ready to model:

drapes like a dream

Vital stats: approximately 21 x 60″ (53.5 x 152.5 cm), with just 4.2g of yarn left over.

Would I knit another Estonian shawl? Sure, but I’m in no rush. I liked trying out the traditional construction method, I had fun with the nupps, and I’d love to play with other Estonian lace patterns. But another months-long project, similar to this one? Nah, not right now, thanks; I have other things I’d like to explore first.

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