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Bide is such a quiet word. It speaks of stillness, steadiness, and learning to stay. Sometimes it means being able to endure: to bide a winter storm is to withstand its mighty winds. Sometimes it’s just a gentle visit: bide awhile, put your feet up, get comfortable, catch up on all the chat. One definition for bide is “to wait calmly for a good opportunity to do something” which is delightfully specific. There’s so much in that one line. Patience, wisdom and also a kind of peaceful optimism. If you know how to bide your time, you must trust that something wonderful is on the way.
The pressure to rush around in an exciting holiday whirl seems to come just at the time when the urge to remain close to home and loved ones and quiet pursuits is strongest. It requires a calm and steady intention to stay put instead of saying yes to every invitation and opportunity that comes along. It takes a willingness to bide.
Knit from bulky yarn with simple texture and eyelet rows, a smart garter border and playful tassels, this triangular shawl is a deeply satisfying, quick knit. It makes an exceptional present as it’s achievable even at the last minute but is substantial enough to make quite the impression. It would also be a lovely thing to knit for yourself, for those cozy moments biding by the fire.
Each kit contains (4) skeins of Lang Sakura (46% pima cotton, 46% acrylic, 8% nylon, 103 yards). Pattern available on Ravelry for $7.25.
Yarn: Bulky
Needles: US 10.5 circular 32-40"
Gauge: 12 sts/18 rows = 4” in stockinette stitch after blocking
Approximate Size: Medium 52" diameter across the top edge, 20" neck to bottom edge
Care: machine wash in cold water, gentle cycle; lay flat to dry