Last Sunday I laid out clothes for our trip. Having gotten the "boring" task out of the way, I enthusiastically contemplated what fiber-related projects to take with me. I knew I wanted to take my Spinsanity spindle and my Golding Aromatherapy spindle. I have bright, colorful rovings for each spindle.
I also wanted a very low-key knitting project. A Moderne Baby Blanket fits the "easy" requirement but the yarn takes up a lot of room and, once the blanket gets going, it isn't really portable. Then I remembered my long-neglected Stonington Shawl from Knitting Workshop by Elizabeth Zimmermann. I had made a good start but then was sidetracked with Prayer shawls and baby blankets. The yarn is Shimmer - Bayou.
What a perfect travel project! Lots and lots of plain garter stitch with a lacy edge to entertain me on the long flight back home. Elizabeth provides an edging in her instructions but I don't like it. I want something very dramatic to balance out all of the simple garter stitch fabric.
Speaking of shawls, how about this one that I came upon today?
http://brooklyntweed.blogspot.com/
Wow.
Posted by: Susan | December 04, 2008 at 02:37 PM
How exciting!! - your trip down here to Oz! What states and cities do you plan to visit? How long is your stay? I'm from the West Coast - some lovely spots down this way :) If you want any tips or need a knitting buddy let me know!
Posted by: Sasha | December 04, 2008 at 03:20 PM
How coincedental, I was just watching Knitting Workshop last night and thought I might like to try the Stonington as a travel project---after I finish Lolies Jerkins and hats for my grandsons. I love the simplicity of garter stitch; it allows me to talk to my husband while he drives and still get some knitting done. I can't wait to see what you choose for a border. About how many hanks of Shimmer will you use and at what guage will you work?
Posted by: bwilliams | December 05, 2008 at 05:59 AM