sweet pea swap

I recently participated in a "swap" on a crochet forum I frequent. Pictured above are the items I sent my swap partner Caroline:

1. a little lucky buddha for pocket sized protection;
2. a soy friendship candle;
3. amber insence resin;
4. Anna Karenina by Tolstoy;
5. a thread crochet bookmark;
6. a leaflet of shawl patterns; and
7. a SWEET PEA SHAWL from Debbie Stroller's Stitch and Bitch.

I made the shawl in Classic Elite Flash, a mercinized cotton yarn that drapes nicely is soft to the touch. She mentioned her favorite colors were blues and greens which is the reason I selected this slightly variegated hue. She received her package yesterday - I hope she enjoys it.

She sent me a box full of lovely things as well and I will post pictures soon.

Darling Clementine

Darling Clementine is what I've named this little shawl. The colours in this variegated yarn remind me of the leaves and blooms of one of my favorite fruits. And of course there's the folk song which always brings a smile to my face.

I've based Darling Clementine on the vintage design pictured below (oh how I adore vintage patterns) originally published by Bernat in 1975. I opted for a light cotton yarn (Patton's Grace) instead of the bulky weight yarn suggested in the pattern. I also omitted the suggested fringe for a simple single crochet edging.

I'm pleased with the light weight airy feel of this shawl. It's the perfect weight for surviving the addiction to air conditioning in Texas.