Laura Chau Designs

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kaua'i shawl, blocked

The shawl I started in Hawaii out of Koigu is off the needles and blocked – the pattern’s even in pretty good shape too. It’ll be ready soon. It didn’t use 2 skeins of Koigu as I’d hoped, but I’m happy with the size using 3 skeins – it’s closer to a full size shawl, 23 inches deep and 63 inches across the top. And it has a summery surprise in the stitch pattern!

kaua'i shawl, blocked

It still needs a name though.

And since that shawl’s finally off the needles, I’m back on board with my Honeybee lace cardigan. It’s almost done, just the collar to go. Then I have to find some buttons, hmmm.

allllmost done

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35 responses to “pinks”

  1. Sue H Avatar
    Sue H

    Peak a Bloom!
    (silly isn’t it)

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  2. Seanna Lea Avatar
    Seanna Lea

    I love how the honeybee is turning out. It’s definitely on my short list of cardis to make (once the pattern is out).

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  3. Miriam Avatar
    Miriam

    How about “Hibiscus” for the shawl?

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  4. KateMet Avatar
    KateMet

    How about Rose of Sharon? Or Hanalei?

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  5. andrea Avatar
    andrea

    OH MY! That shawl is so awesome! Can’t wait for the pattern!

    And loving the Honeybeee (as I should be…since I’m knitting it right now!)

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  6. TheBon Avatar
    TheBon

    What about plumeria?

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  7. EclatDuSoleil Avatar
    EclatDuSoleil

    Hmmmm! Appetizing, really!
    For the shawl, an other idea, to increase your choice : “flying flower”.

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  8. Katinka Avatar
    Katinka

    They’re both just gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous! :)

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  9. Diane Avatar
    Diane

    Love the shawl! And I second the name hibiscus for it.

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  10. Renee Avatar
    Renee

    Your pinks are beautiful.

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  11. jane george Avatar
    jane george

    Hurry with the pattern!!!

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  12. Marcy Avatar
    Marcy

    I love the Shawl. I Think you should name it “Pink Hawaiian Plumeria”

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  13. juniperjune Avatar
    juniperjune

    ooh, i’m excited for the honerybee lace cardigan!! the shawl looks great, too.

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  14. Lety Avatar
    Lety

    Maui Wowee!

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  15. Robyn Avatar
    Robyn

    Great shawl! Are you going to sell that pattern too?

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  16. Renee Avatar
    Renee

    How lovely — I love the flower on it, the rest is simple.

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  17. sil Avatar
    sil

    I was also going to vote for hibiscus too! Lovely shawl.

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  18. Clumsy Knitter Avatar
    Clumsy Knitter

    That shawl is *darling*! Can’t wait to make one. :)

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  19. Tressa Avatar
    Tressa

    I love shawls. I’m thinking of starting one for this Fall. Your stitch pattern is beautiful

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  20. Leah Avatar
    Leah

    How clever!

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  21. Nartian Avatar
    Nartian

    How about Hanalei Bloom (a play on the song Hanalei Moon) if you can’t decide between the plumeria (which is what it looks more like) and hibiscus names?

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  22. taelixev Avatar
    taelixev

    looks great!

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  23. Becca Avatar
    Becca

    Wow… I don’t consider myself a shawl knitter, but that shawl is just simply elegant! I look forward to the pattern!

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  24. Kerry Avatar
    Kerry

    Lovely! I’m thinking ‘hibiscus’ would be a good name.

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  25. dragonfly7673 Avatar
    dragonfly7673

    I love the shawl, and I like the name first suggested of Peek-a-Bloom because the flower is a bit of a surprise. I hope you share the pattern

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  26. Julie Avatar
    Julie

    Waikiki Wrap?

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  27. Maryse Avatar
    Maryse

    Wow! Both patterns are looking very nice! Nice colors and very feminine! You’re so talented… ;-)

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  28. Gaby Avatar
    Gaby

    The shawl is very innovative; I love it!
    And I like the shade of pink that you chose for your projects :)

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  29. Elizabeth Avatar
    Elizabeth

    Ooh! I love the … is that a hyacinth? … the flower in the otherwise plain lace of the shawl. What a great idea! Sign me up.

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  30. Rachel Avatar
    Rachel

    Oh wow that cardigan is amazing! Are you writing up the pattern, or is it someone elses?

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  31. laurel Avatar
    laurel

    love the flower!!
    i could see some pearl white coloured buttons going well with the sweater. the lace is gorgeouss

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  32. Christine Avatar
    Christine

    Love the shawl and the sweater–both so gorgeous!!!

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  33. Debbie Avatar
    Debbie

    One thing I remember from my trip to Kauai and Oahu, was the Plumeria flowers or Frangipani. Your shawl and its flower reminds me of those flowers. I can still smell them!

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  34. Melanie Avatar
    Melanie

    Love the little flower! Cute :)

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  35. Lynne Avatar
    Lynne

    I’d call it Daisy.
    And I love the Honeybee lace cardigan!

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