Romantic Shawl

I love yarns and patterns of all types. I wish that I had more time to craft, because I would make projects of all kinds. I have a large storage tub filled to the brim with yarns waiting to be worked with. Most of our time at home is spent doing chores, cooking, studying, sleeping, and trying to get the house fixed up. I have found that the best time for me to crochet is in the van when I carpool to blood drives. I keep whatever project I am currently working on in my work bag. I received two skeins of Lion Brand Homespun yard in Wildberries from my mother in law a few years ago, and I just couldn't find a pattern I was satisfied with. I had a jumbo crochet hook that I hadn't used yet, and when browsing Ravelry one day I came across this pattern: Romantic Speed Hook Shawl. 

I didn't have any of the yarn the pattern called for (it is discontinued), but I thought that this would be a good fit. Plus the pattern is a simple one, so I wouldn't need to carry any instructions with me. It took me a few months to complete, but I was only working on a few rows at a time. The shawl is very soft, and not too heavy or too light. It is simple and pretty, and nice to toss it over my shoulders when I get a little chilly, and I have taken it with me to my in-law's. It rolls up and fits into my bag easily. I recommend this pattern if you are looking for something that works quickly and wears nicely. Belle recommends it because she likes to play with the ends and curl up on it. Gary was too shy for any pictures today.