lk2g-073 Blocking Lace

Check out http://letsknit2gether.com/2010/05/03/lk2g-073-blocking-lace/ for complete show notes with links!

In this latest episode of our web video series, we demonstrate how to block lace scarves and shawls.

Book Review:
* Shirley Paden's Knitwear Design Workshop: The Comprehensive Guide to Handknits

What's on the set:
* Whisper scarf in Cherry Tree Hill Suri Alpaca
* Boundary Waters Square shawl (out of print) from Two Old Bags in handspun
* Square lace (my own design) made in Kauni 8/2 Effektgarn
* Doily made with DMC Coronet size 10 cotton
* Childrens foam floor tile
* Blocking board
* Knit and Lace Blocking Wires Kit
* Colinette Giotto ribbon yarn

What am I wearing
* Cowl made with handspun from Spunky Eclectic South African Fine wool in Think Spring Colorway

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[apricotzombie]

Thanks Cat for another fabulous video! The timing couldn't be anymore perfect; I'm about 20 minutes away from finishing my very first knit shawl! Just thought I'd mention that the orange square sample is GORGEOUS!!!

Do you know of any inexpensive ways for DIY blocking wires?