Three views of Morning Blush Shawl

Pleased with the way the blocked shawl turned out I lay it on the table and was caught by the tulips. The patterns chosen all came from Barbara Walker's Treasuries of stitch patterns, but not all from the same one. I chose to start with English Mesh, moved on to Eyelet and Bead with a variation, and then used the Palm Leaf Chevron, which worked from the top down appear as hearts. I enjoyed watching as the patterns developed and the colors changed where they would. It looks much better planned than it was.

I had to try it on right away, despite not wearing appropriate colors to show it to advantage, but this gives an idea of the size of the shawl. Relaxed it is about 60" across the top and 29" down the center point.

I am happy with the way the stitch patterns worked with the colors to give a very soft, pretty result.

Now to plan a shawl for the Dreaming of California Sunsets colorway. And to start knitting!