Sunday, February 17, 2013

rebekka









this is rebekka, she is from iceland. not really the shawl, but the icelandic lace weight wool. while dreamily looking around helene magnusson's site, the icelandic knitter, i found this shawl as a kit available for purchase. the wool is handdyed with wild icelandic plants by the dyers at ullarsellid in hvanneyrri in the west of iceland. i read that the plants used are foliaceous lichen, leaves from mantle's lady and roots of snarrotapuntur, a very green tussock grass. and there is a lovely smell, the smell of iceland. it is made in all garter stitch with an elegant top down construction, and a minimalistic floral lace motif. the designer planned the color changes to happen in the eyelet rows which makes this shawl fully reversible. helene offers beautiful patterns, wool and kits and also, hiking ~ knitting tours (i know!) nature and wool and hiking and travel, someday, oh someday i would love to do this! ravelry notes here









early mornings on the beach, late afternoons in the marsh. simple sweet peaceful, days like these. wishing you a wonderful, wonder~filled, week ahead!
xxx lori
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51 comments:

  1. Melissa ~ twoknitwitFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    what earthy soft colors ~ I love that you can tell us what the natural dyes are

    it's so lovely and feminine, Lori!

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  2. momto5February 17, 2013 at 10:46 PM

    that shawl is stunning.so delicate.
    are all those rocks with the holes, ones you found with holes in them? or did you make the holes in them?

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    1. Lori annFebruary 17, 2013 at 10:54 PM

      i found them that way, somehow the ocean sometimes creates holes in stones. i thought the one with two holes looked like a rock button :)

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    2. nicoleFebruary 18, 2013 at 3:44 PM

      That's exactly what I thought: a charming rock button. I find it amazing that this happens.

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  3. AliseFebruary 17, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    Beautiful natural colours in these lacey shawl! Thanx 4 links...

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  4. little macaroon.February 17, 2013 at 11:12 PM

    Knitting tours?! Be still my heart!!

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  5. millefeuillesFebruary 17, 2013 at 11:54 PM

    Dear, inspiring Lori!

    What an exquisite shawl and your description of it makes me desire it all the more. You must feel like you are wearing a tiny, glorious part of Iceland on your shoulders!

    Every picture is a stunner as usual; thank you!

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  6. Andrea @ little bucklesFebruary 18, 2013 at 12:13 AM

    Wow, the colours are amazing! Love! xxxx

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  7. Tracey ~ CloverFebruary 18, 2013 at 2:49 AM

    Lovely Lori, just lovely.

    I spent the day at the beach yesterday, and while it was extermely cold, it was exactly what my soul needed.

    Wishing you a beautiful start to a beautiful week.

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  8. UnknownFebruary 18, 2013 at 3:59 AM

    My kiddos would love those rocks. The simple beauty showing the power of the ocean. amazing. And your shawl so pretty. I too would love a visit to Iceland. I just bought a pattern bundle with photos by Jared Flood during his trip to Iceland. Such beauty.

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  9. karenFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    beautiful! I love the colors of the shawl so very peaceful and muted :) Hope you are having a lovely week!!

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  10. eidolonsFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:28 AM

    Rocks with holes! You are very lucky to have found so many of them. (:
    (the shawl is lovely, too!)

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  11. stephFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:31 AM

    Iceland is HIGH on my 'list' of must do-s!!! I may not wait to go, though, to knit a beautiful Icelandic something! Your shawl is so lovely; thanks for sharing the link.

    Have a beautiful week, Lori.

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  12. Leanne CoppolaFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:33 AM

    Love love love the shawl!!!!!!!!!!!!! Happy monday my west coast friend.

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  13. fjord girlFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:56 AM

    SO much beauty. I love, love your beautiful shawl Lori- makes me want to knit so bad- such natural & earthy colors. And your images- I wish I could visit you one day- so very different from the mountains- love the light and all the wonderful scenery. This post really lifted my winter blues.
    xo

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  14. LynFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:58 AM

    Lori, you have a way of making everything you create look so inviting. Love the colours of the shawl and the tranquility captured in your snaps. Hope you are well my friend. xxoo

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  15. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresFebruary 18, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    Oh wow! That shawl is gorgeous and so beautifully displayed. That little owl is just adorable. Knitting and hiking tours -- wow! Sounds fantastic! I love all your images here. So very beautiful. And those stones with the holes are just lovely. Wishing you a great week. Tammy P.S. I noticed that we had the same kinda chocolate bar -- our middle school principal actually brought it back for me from his recent trip to the States -- he knows I love dark chocolate. :)

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  16. Erin @ Wild WhispersFebruary 18, 2013 at 6:53 AM

    So beautiful, Lori. I love the stage of life I am in, but can't wait for the days that are my own for more challenging knitting. I wish you a beautiful week!

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  17. Kim February 18, 2013 at 7:09 AM

    Oh my your shawl is gorgeous! And such lovely treasures from your adventures, those rocks are amazing!

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  18. Baby By The SeaFebruary 18, 2013 at 8:25 AM

    i love how so often your yarn mirrors your landscape. it makes the finished piece so much more of a calming and beautiful piece of artwork.

    the rocks made my heart skip a beat.

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  19. SusanFebruary 18, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Love the pattern and the shawl is the perfect size to take the chill off. I've had such a still neck working and will have to investigate the site you mentioned to get the pattern for a future project. Beautiful colors you've chosen that blends perfect with nature, XOXO

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  20. AliceFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:06 AM

    the shawl is beautiful Lori, it looks so soft, gorgeous work once again :O) I love those rocks with holes, they would make fab necklaces!
    wishing you a wonderful week X

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  21. trishFebruary 18, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    Beautiful wool, beautiful shawl...
    What is it with holy stones, aren't they just holy!
    (I did draw my little skeleton man. I had been thinking about him all day, where he came from I do not know!)
    Have a wonderful week Lori Ann.
    xxx

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  22. MadeliefFebruary 18, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    Your days sound lovely Lori and your shawl absolutely beautiful!!

    Enjoy your week!

    Madelief x

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  23. MinaFebruary 18, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    What a lovely way to start a week, Lori!
    Wishing you all the inspiring things this week to you,
    xo
    Mina

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  24. Helen PhilippsFebruary 18, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Such wonderful times....your post is full of natural beauty Lori! I love your soft shawl, it's beautiful....as all your knitting is, a joy to see and I'm sure a joy to wear. Love the rocks you collected....something I love to do too...especially if they have a hole already for threading (or are shaped like a heart).
    Wishing you a wonderful week.
    Helen x

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  25. Annie CholewaFebruary 18, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    Such pretty things here :D

    I always think that plant dyed colours connect us to the past ... I love the idea that when I wear them I am carrying on a great tradition of making the most of what the natural world provides us with!

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  26. SylvíaFebruary 18, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    Thank you for this, Lori, I didn't know about this website! The shawl is lovely and I love that it has the scent of Iceland! I think I'll be getting this kit, maybe the Icelandic wool and scent will help when I get homesick.
    Hope all is well with you and yours!

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  27. Mel @ Coal Valley ViewFebruary 18, 2013 at 1:42 PM

    This is SO beautiful Lori and now I feel really inspired to try a proper (but simple) lace pattern. Thank you :-)

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  28. nicoleFebruary 18, 2013 at 3:42 PM

    What a pretty little thing! And oh, yes, I dream of Iceland too, and would LOVE to take a knitting tour there!!! It's definitely on my bucket list.

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  29. Bella SinclairFebruary 18, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Whoaaaa! Very delicate and gorgeous, and it looks very soft too! And it smells like Iceland too? Wow, amazing!

    Your rocks are so neat! Have a wonderful week! xo

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  30. GinnyFebruary 18, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    I love it! I want to see a picture of you wearing it!

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2013 at 7:19 PM

    Ms Lori graham: naturalist, photojournalist, knitter extraordinaire.

    And display artist. Definitely display artist.

    Addendum: my favorite colors together

    Love
    A Fan
    :-)

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  32. DebFebruary 18, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    so beautiful Lori & I absolutely love your rock buttons ♥

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  33. MimFebruary 19, 2013 at 4:16 AM

    Two friends and I have been discussing a short fun trip to Iceland - we might just do it! esp. if I can do a knitting tour.....

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  34. yoboroboFebruary 19, 2013 at 5:03 AM

    I just stopped by for a dose of peace and calm and serenity. :) Love the shawl, and the photos - my favorite is the little barnacles. Happy week, Lori! xo

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  35. Annie CoeFebruary 19, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    Lori, Oh, how I wish I was on the beach right now! Sigh. I love those rocks on a cord and the shawl is dreamy, love those colors! xoxo

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  36. MJFebruary 19, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    love the colors for rebekkah, and the story behind them...your photos, dreamy and magical as usual...
    hugs
    xoxo

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    1. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2013 at 7:55 AM

      Thanks once again Lori for the beautiful photos. I love how you used the twig and owl as props, nice job! I'm in love with the color combination of the scarf....I've just have to purchase some myself. Thanks for the inspiration!

      Karen

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  37. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    first, you keep making my knit list grow and grow.
    secondly, the colors in those photos of the sea grass and water...divine.
    and the wee rocks stacked like a cairn on a leather cord...perfect!

    i love stopping by, you are always such a source of inspiration!

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  38. AnneFebruary 19, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Beautiful shawl :)





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  39. studio loloFebruary 19, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    As a non-knitter I come here to feel the love you share in the pieces you create. The photographs are essay worthy, telling their own story.

    I love coming here. It slows down my breathing which allows me to absorb the simple beauty of life.

    Thank you, my dear.

    xo
    Lo♥

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  40. MariaFebruary 20, 2013 at 2:07 AM

    Wow! What a beautiful shawl and beautiful photos! And thank you! I was kind of surprised to get a comment from someone in the US! I didn't think anyone outside Scandinavia read my blog :). Thank you, and now I will be occupied for a couple of hours scrolling through your amazing blog! See you!

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  41. EileenFebruary 20, 2013 at 2:06 PM

    Lori the shawl is beautiful ! And as always the pictures are wonderful to look at.
    I just finished the Snow Child and loved it ! I cried, laughed and could picture all the beauty that Alaska holds ! Thanks so much for recommending the book, a true and wonderful treat !

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  42. HeatherFebruary 20, 2013 at 7:32 PM

    Love the shawl! The colors are lovely...

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  43. NicoleFebruary 21, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    It is beautiful and so light looking. Perfect for Spring!

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  44. AngelaFebruary 21, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Your shawl is gorgeous and the colors match the colors in your "road" picture exactly! Lovely.
    xo

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  45. Lady CordeliaFebruary 21, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    loving those rocks on the leather string!
    Have a fab weekend, friend.
    XO

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  46. NatureStopFebruary 21, 2013 at 10:01 PM

    Lori, your shawl is beautiful...just love it...I also liked the rocks on the leather string and at first glance it looked like a snake to me:)Have a great day!

    Shantana

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  47. nunuFebruary 23, 2013 at 9:13 PM

    I'll go with you! Love this one.

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  48. KristenFebruary 24, 2013 at 2:26 PM

    I love everything about this. :)

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xoxo lori

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