Cotton Thread Shawl

[mimicat]

Hi! I would like to share another shawl I made with cotton thread size 8, 4 balls. The pattern is from solutia yarns. The link is available at crochet pattern central look for Shawl, crocheted. This is the second cotton thread shawl I made, so in case you want to see the first one, its here (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=9909). :hook

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[threeolivemartini]

stunning.. simply stunning

[Katchkan]

Very, Very Nice, :rose Lovey Shawl, :rose Very Classy.:rose

[ReneeH]

Wow, that's really, really lovely!

[manda]

Beautiful!

[Raquel]

Wow! Gorgeous. That must have taken you forever! What a beautiful shawl.

:book Raquel

[Brie]

Wow! Great job!

[MarvieN]

That is just gorgeous! How long did it take? I'm curious bc I am considering doing a thread shawl but haven't started yet... I tend to flake out on long projects lol.

[faithpa76]

Oh my that is lovely!! I can only imagine how long that took!

[RachelG]

Oooooooo that is classy!!!!!!!!!!!!! I like that VERY much.

[yarncat]

Gorgeous stole,Mimi!

[Terri/LadySorce]

Oh.. that is beautiful

[Broncrochets]

Just beautiful! So delicate & classy!

Bron

[mimicat]

Thanks to all who made nice comments on this shawl! :D

That is just gorgeous! How long did it take? I'm curious bc I am considering doing a thread shawl but haven't started yet... I tend to flake out on long projects lol.
Hi Marvie! I didn't count the hours it took to make this shawl, but it seems to come up quite fast specially if you're watching t.v. or chatting with someone. I'd guess about 8-10 nights doing this, you'll be finished with it. And I dont think its that big a project. I've never attempted to make an afghan or blanket, but you've done some and several shawls I see, looking at your photo gallery! So why not try making a cotton thread shawl?? ;) By the way, I used 4 balls of 50gms mercerized cotton thread and a 3.00mm hook. It came out smaller than the pattern so I added 12 more rows to make 2 more set of squares and shells pattern. :hook

[crochet mama]

Wow! Wonderful job. :cheer :clap :yay

[truelove730]

I love your shawl.

I did the same pattern with Red Heart Tweed. I love the look it has with thread.

Great work!

[crochet smartcat]

Oh my. I have the thread and lurex already wound to do a shawl for my sil and was all set to do the Lover's Knot Shawl until I saw yours. Now I can't decide, your's just came out so beautiful. Oh no, tough decisions. Will have to think on this awhile before I start.

[bubblefizz]

WOW STUNNING ..........on size 10 thread aswell, you must have a lot of patience lol
well done

[crochetdiva]

That is really gorgeous. I bet it feels wonderful too. I love the color. You did a wonderful job!!!:manyheart

[3doxies]

It is absolutely beautiful! :clap I have this pattern, among other shawl patterns, but hadn't decided anything - until now :) . DH and I are planning a short vacation, and I think this will be my in-car project. :D

[MiCountess]

Beautiful!!
Michelle

[AshEgypt]

Wow! That's gorgeous! :clap

:frog

[LolitaChase]

beautiful! i was considering making that. i think i just might

[momofgmd]

That is a beautiful shawl. Wonderful job!

[Kathleen]

I've seen the pattern several times, it looks so pretty made up! I love it!

[dennymare]

Beautiful and what lovely workmenship.:cheer

Mary

[mjcrochets]

Ohhhh , so delicate looking in the number 10 thread. Great job!!

[NancyCA]

That is gorgeous! Great stitching! :hook

[klouised]

I like it! You know what? I think that would make a GREAT shrug. :manyheart Very nice.

[thecrochetdude]

very very cool. the dude likey! :bounce

[Julie]

Beautiful Mimi, very nice! Very classy. :yes :tup

[mimicat]

Oh my. I have the thread and lurex already wound to do a shawl for my sil and was all set to do the Lover's Knot Shawl until I saw yours. Now I can't decide, your's just came out so beautiful. Oh no, tough decisions. Will have to think on this awhile before I start.
It is absolutely beautiful! :clap I have this pattern, among other shawl patterns, but hadn't decided anything - until now :) . DH and I are planning a short vacation, and I think this will be my in-car project. :D
Thanks so much for your comments on the shawl especially crochet smartcat and 3doxies for your messages!!! :D
In answer to your questions: I used cannon crochet cotton (the one I'm selling through my blog), I used up 4 balls of 50gms. each (approx. 175 meters per ball) and I used a 3.00mm hook. The original pattern used an acrylic yarn and a 3.25 hook, so that would take shorter time to finish than what I did. I added 12 more rows making 2 more horizontal shells and squares pattern. I hope I answered your questions well, good luck on your shawl!!:hook

[crochetobsession]

WOW. I have been thinking about doing a stole/shawl to have ready for some dressy fall/winter parties. That might be the pattern! Thanks for sharing.

[crochetlady]

Mimi, your shawl is absolutely gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing your tips on how long it takes and how much thread it takes:) I was planning to make one too but with a thread called knitting cotton available here in India. That also comes as 50 gms but don't know how many mts there are in it.. Its by Anchor thread!!

Hugs
Vims

[DesertCrocheter]

Ohh, Mimi, what a beautiful shawl! I'm in awe of your shawl. Wowza! Patty

[crochetaddict033]

:eek Looks awesome! You did a great job, and all in thread? :nworthy

[craftybutterfly]

Love it!!!! i have looked at that pattern several times, and thought i might like to try it some time. I think it would also make a beautiful afghan pattern. make it in ww with a big hook. great work!!! :cheer

[Jewels]

that is so elegant and beautiful!

[hookedoncrochet]

Really beautiful! I love the pattern!

[craftybutterfly]

i went home and started it, and i was RIGHT!!! it will make a beautiful afghan! I can't wait to post the picture when it's finished. thanks MIMI!!!! you inspired me.

[Etaria]

stunning! I love the color too... great job on that!

[NexStitch]

WOW! Nice!

[twoqtgirls]

That is so gorgeous!