Chanson en crochet

[Dextersmom]

This is a free pattern http://www.knittingdaily.com/media/p/14010.aspx I used Patons Silk Bamboo. Although I like how it turned out, my husband didn't like it on me so I'll probably be gifting it for Christmas.

[jenniferelyse74]

I think it turned out lovely. If you like it, I say 'keep it'. Not to offend hubby or anything. Just wear it out to lunch with the ladies or other functions where husbands aren't required.

[imanurse55]

Oh, I think it is lovely and if that is you modeling it, I think it looks good. (What do men know anyway:lol )

[Startigerlily]

Beautiful!

[CraftyZone]

Wow that is so beautiful love the intrique stitches on it.

[RoseRed]

That's like a hubby telling someone how to cut their hair. Sorry - my head, my hair - you don't have to like it.

 

Back to the important stuff here. The shawl! It is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!

 

If you really don't want to keep it - I would donate it to the local nursing home. Whenever I donate I make the stipulation that these items are for the people that do not have family that care. That would make some lonely old ladies month!

[crochetbydiana]

Very nice. I agree with others, your hard work, keep it for yourself. smile

[jeannej]

It's beautiful, Christi! -Nicely done!

[cat3crazy]

I like how your's turned out better that the one I made. I think that if I make it again I'll use Patons Silk Bamboo instead of TLC Baby Amore.

[TwistedStitchCrochet]

that is beautiful, i love it.

[ScottyP]

That yarn is beautiful with that pattern! Nice choice. I'd have a hard time giving that up!

[debra way]

I thinks it's beautiful. Great job.

[amdm]

It's very pretty. Why shouldn't you wear it if you like it?

[Dextersmom]

I didn't mean to make my husband sound like an oaf! LOL He's actually very supportive and encouraging of my crocheting. I tried the capelet on with two outfits for him to see and he liked the outfits, but not the capelet with them. I really appreciate everyone's kind words as I was feeling just a tiny bit discouraged over my capelet. I haven't decided what I'm going to do with it yet; I think I'm going to hang on to it for little longer and see if I can find the right outfit for it. If not then I liked RoseRed's suggestion and will probably give it to a widow in a nursing home that we know.

 

Thanks so much for your encouragement!

[RoseRed]

I'm sure she would love it!

 

As gorgeous as that is - you should try it on with just plain jeans and a solid color t-shirt. That would totally set off the gorgeous detail in and really dress up a comfy outfit.

[RoseRed]

and ps - hubby's just can't help it. It must be a guy thing. lol

[Gardener]

Its a beautiful capelet.

[RachelG]

Love it!!

[goldenj32w2]

I think it is lovely too! Beautiful work!

[Dextersmom]

Thanks so much for the kind compliments - you guys are great!!

[Arkie]

I love it, it is much prettier then the one in the pattern! the color really is great. Your stitches look so perfect! di

[Lera]

Oh, I just love it. Nice done!

[JanineW]

I've actually made this, twice! It is a beautiful pattern and easily adaptable to the width and length that you want. My niece (she's 8) wears the one I made her all the time -- even over her coat! And I made the other for an "older lady", who loves it. The adaptability of this pattern makes it appropriate for any age and you should enjoy what you have made, even if your DH is misguided!

[bearlycrocheting]

Beautiful shawl, well done.

TFS,

Linda

[Roli]

I've always loved that pattern. Your shawl turned out just perfectly. Whether you keep it or not, it's quite a fashion statement.