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i never got around to posting a final image of the ISE3 scarf. it is finished. it is off the blocking board. i'm not completely thrilled with the graft but hey it's mohair i wasn't going to be thrilled i just knew it!

and a closeup of the lace pattern. i think the knitting turned out pretty well if i do say so myself :)

pattern: branching out
yarn: kidseta
modifications: knit in two halves and grafted at the neck center.
completed: september 22

Comments

erin said…
it's very pretty i hear you on the mohair i hates it.
CynCyn said…
so pretty!! i'm sure your pal will love it!
Anonymous said…
REALLY pretty!
Anonymous said…
The knitting is completely insane, if I may say so;-)
Anonymous said…
It turned out awesome! I loved knitting the branching out scarf.
Anonymous said…
Oh my gosh, this scarf is just gorgeous!!! I so love the lace pattern, and the color you used is so beautiful as well - my fave if I may add ;) Fantastic work that you did, congratulations!

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