Knitting with pearls

[Addy]

I just finished and blocked my shawl. I made a few changes to the original pattern, a different edge and I hooked some 4mm cultured freshwater pearls onto stitches as I went along. It took me a little bit over 58 hours to complete this project. Here are some pictures:

 

[Heidi]

Stunning!!!

Because I have to ask, having trod down this road much less efficiently (my projects are in seemingly eternal time-out), what size hook/pearls and were they regular drill?

 

[Kelly]

It is very beautiful!

 

[GemGeek]

It's dreamy!

 

[Addy]

Heidi, thank you! I did not use a conventional hook, it would have been way too big for the hole through the pearl. Instead I used floss threaders. You can get them at the grocery store. You just need to pull it apart so the wire is in a U shape. I got the tip from the Ravelry forum. Yes, they were regular drill. I hope this helps

 

[Addy]

Thank you, Kelly

 

[pattye]

Amazing! I get a sense of the large size as it is draped across the recliner, too. Only a couple hours per day for a month to make, impressive, and a reasonable time investment for something so beautiful and unique. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Addy]

Amazing! I get a sense of the large size as it is draped across the recliner, too. Only a couple hours per day for a month to make, impressive, and a reasonable time investment for something so beautiful and unique. Thanks for sharing!

Patty, thank you! Good observation

 

[Heidi]

Heidi, thank you! I did not use a conventional hook, it would have been way too big for the hole through the pearl. Instead I used floss threaders. You can get them at the grocery store. You just need to pull it apart so the wire is in a U shape. I got the tip from the Ravelry forum. Yes, they were regular drill. I hope this helps

A floss threader = brilliant!

And I hope my questions didn't detract from my compliments - this is a beautiful shawl!!

 

[Ash]

Addy,

What a very pretty and elegant looking shawl. I am in awe of those who can do this beautiful craft.

Cheers
Ash

 

[Marianne]

Just beautiful Addy! Floss threaders are great little tools. I introduced them to a group of "older" lady friends who tie quilts for orphans.... really helps them get the yarn through their needles. Just curious, what is the yarn and size of knitting needles that you used? Have been thinking of doing something delicate lately. (not bead knitting, just lacy)
Thanks for sharing.
Marianne

 

[Addy]

Thank you Marianne! Very true. The yarn is from Cascade Yarns 70% Super Kid Mohair, 30% Silk, shade 425 blue bell. The needles: Addi Natura Bamboo 3.75mm US 5, 47" I hope this helps.

 

[Addy]

Thank you Three years ago I did not know much about knitting, just one step at the time....

 

[Addy]

Not at all I got the tip from Ravelry, and it worked very well.

 

[Marianne]

Thanks Addy, Just as I suspected, Very fine yarn and needles . I learned to knit from my mother with the throw method. Sure wish that she had been a picker as it seems so much faster and easier on the wrists. Thanks for the inspiration.
Marianne

 

[Nerida]

Okay - the pick method? Can someone explain the difference to me please? I used to love to knit, but developed excrutiating wrist pain .... if there was a technique that didn't cause the pain, I would be super keen to learn it!

Addy, the shawl is exquisite,congratulations on such a beautiful job. And Pattye is right about the time investment for something so beautiful and unique. Can we see a 'neck shot", please??

 

[Addy]

Nerida, thank you!! Check out some of the videos at http://www.knittinghelp.com/videos/knit-stitch to see how different ways of knitting operate. They show 4 methods of knitting.

 

[Marianne]

Awesome website Addy! I am going to try Continental style tonight After 50+ years this old dog is gonna try a new trick.
Thanks again,
Marianne

 

[Addy]

Marianne, that's sounds great! Good luck to you.

 

[junebug]

What an amazing shawl...and to incorporate pearls into the design is just breathtaking! I thought pearl stringing was one of life's challenges but Addy's shawl takes 'pearl stringing' to a whole new level. I'm in complete awe.

Hope everyone here on Lowly Beaders had a great festive season. I have been away from the PG on account of all the baking commitments of the holiday period.

I can't for the life of me knit but bake and knot pearls is what I love to do to de-stress.