First came my love of reading, then came knitting. Their roles seemed to have been reversed over the years. I am trying to get back to a point where they are on equal platforms.
My mom picked up this biography for me thinking I would like it. She was right, so far it has been captivating. Hopefully I will finish it soon and be able to share a review of it for you.
See that knitting huddled on the side? That is yet another shawl cast on.
The pattern is Shaelyn and the yarn is the ever yummy Twist & Twine Tula in the color Calle Lily. It is knitting up like butter. This may be the reason why it is more than half way done, I can't stop knitting on it.
Are you joining in on Ginny's Yarn-Along this week?
I will leave you with Christopher Walken's reading of The Raven. Enjoy your 4th of July and be safe!
XO
Andi
I read a work of historical fiction which dealt with poe's wife and their life. It was very interesting and led to much reading on my part about this famous maligned author. I will need to check this book out. As always I love your projects.
Posted by: Heather | 07/04/2012 at 08:32 AM
I cannot remember the last time that you were working with yellow! I love it, such a cheerful color for a cheerful shawl! That biography does look fantastic, I would love to hear your thoughts on it.
Posted by: Pumpkin | 07/04/2012 at 09:01 AM
great choice of pattern for that yarn. the strong variation is working up so nicely.
and like Pumpkin - i was surprised to see yellow!
Posted by: Jody | 07/04/2012 at 09:22 AM
i love it andi, what a perfect choice for that pattern, twist and twine yarn is SO pretty! and that yellow! oh my. are you using size 9 needles? what a sweet mom you have, enjoy your book.
Posted by: lori | 07/04/2012 at 10:25 AM
I love the yellow yarn! Have a happy Fourth of July!
Posted by: Melissa | 07/04/2012 at 10:34 AM
The Shaelyn is looking beautiful in that colorway. And I love the butterfly stitch marker dancing along on the needles! (Where do you find it?!)
Posted by: Robin | 07/04/2012 at 10:38 AM
Will be interested in reading your review of the book! The yarn reminds me of a creamsicle! Have a great 4th of July!
Posted by: Wendy | 07/04/2012 at 11:31 AM
I haven't seen that pattern before - it is really pretty, thanks for sharing. Loving the yellow for summer.
Posted by: sam | 07/04/2012 at 01:02 PM
Love the yellows - that shawl is on my list.
Posted by: Leslie | 07/04/2012 at 01:37 PM
What yummy wool! The colorway is lovely and cheerful. Edgar A. Poe is a favorite of mine--that looks like a great read! happy knitting!
Posted by: katrina | 07/04/2012 at 03:37 PM
Ohh, why do you do this to me? I started a Shaelyn, but wasn't loving the color. Your colors are so lovely! Maybe I'll try again sometime.
Happy fourth to you as well!
Posted by: Kee | 07/04/2012 at 04:41 PM
scrumptious yarn! Love the color and the pattern. Happy 4th!
Posted by: Lisa | 07/04/2012 at 05:00 PM
Another shawl cast on? ;-))) This is exactly why I'm addicted to your blog Andi! It's beautiful already! What a beautiful yarn! Happy 4th of July to you!
Posted by: Maryse | 07/04/2012 at 07:35 PM
Great reading material! Love the pattern in your work.
I agree with the other girls, I like that yellow also.
Posted by: Angela | 07/05/2012 at 08:52 AM
goodness that yellow yarn is lovely. i find Poe a bit creepy, but that's okay. :o)
Posted by: cauchy09 | 07/05/2012 at 06:00 PM
Your shawl is lookin' so amazing! I love how you picked such a sunny, fun colorway for it.
Wow, I'm in awe that you're reading Edgar Alan Poe.
Posted by: Kepanie | 07/06/2012 at 11:39 PM
I too, have been pushing myself to read. I feel much better when I feed my mind a bit. I'm off to knit. You always give me the push I need!
Posted by: jane | 07/10/2012 at 05:22 AM