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Tres bien ensemble

Dublin

6/21/2012

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**WARNING: PICTURE HEAVY POST!***
I'm going to do my best to consolidate the past month(s). I wouldn't typically cram vacation photos, an FO, and fabric/fiber acquisitions into a single entry; then again, I typically am a more efficient and expeditious blogger... on with it.
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Danielle O'Connell Statue, O'Connell Street.
Our first stop was Dublin, Ireland. Immediately upon arrival, we took a guided drive and got acquainted with the city.  We were pleasantly surprised to discover, despite the absence of a grid street system, Dublin is very walk-able and easy to navigate.   
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We spent the majority of our time on foot and enjoyed wandering and admiring the  beautiful elements of downtown Dublin: statues, mosaics, Georgian architecture, and artfully designed green space. 
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A little bird tells me this harpist has been a staple among street performers near Trinity College, for some time.
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St. Stephen's Green
In addition to meandering, we did manage to make REAL tourists of ourselves. We joined in on a pub crawl highlighting the favorite watering holes of some of Dublin's finest literary figures. We took a peak at the Book of Kells and drooled over the magnificence that is  Trinity College Library. 
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We tested the public transportation on our way to the old Jameson distillery. 
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We took tours though the distillery and Guinness.
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And, we had beers in the Gravity Bar
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The weather during our time in Dublin was, well... perfect for giving my latest sweater a spin. 
Pattern: Serina Cardigan by Gretchen Ronnevik
Yarn: Dream In Color, uneven sock yarn, purchased at their warehouse sale
Needles: US 4 Addi Click Circs.
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I love this sweater (x infinity)!!! I knit to the specifications for the"34 bust, but upped my needle size to US 4 instead of 3. I, literally, finished this sweater the morning we flew to Dublin, so I didn't have the opportunity to properly block it; however, it fit beautifully off the needles.  
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I absolutely adore the lace detail over the shoulders. I think it adds a nice spice to the sweater without creating too much distraction. And, I really like the increases over the the front panels. This is going to be a great all-purpose sweater come early fall! 
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Finally, no trip, of mine, anyway, is complete before seeking out fiber and, recently, fabric! 
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My options were a bit limited, shockingly, but I did find cute fabric and yarn shops to snatch-up some souvenirs. 
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This is Knit
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And, I brought home some gorgeous printed satin and some bona fide Aran Tweed.  
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Phew. That was a lot. Too much? Overstimulating? It's been fun to recap, so thanks for putting up with me. I'll be back with another heaping helping soon, but first, some time to digest.  
12 Comments
Pumpkin link
6/21/2012 06:51:44 am

Ah such a wonderful vacation! Your photos are amazing (and I'll bet that there are more where those came from). I also love that you took your new sweater out for the trip too! It looks fabulous on you!

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geeky Heather link
6/21/2012 07:14:34 am

Definitely not too much! More!!! =) The sweater is beautiful, and what a great picture of you!

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Robin link
6/21/2012 08:49:50 am

Not too much at all! I love going on mini virtual vacations. Your sweater is perfect and I really like the picture with the people kind of blurry behind you - it could be in a magazine!

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Ptinutz link
6/21/2012 02:38:30 pm

Woaw, I nearly have the same picture as you. My boyfriend and I with a guiness in our hand. It was a beautiful trip, but I miss the shop, I was not addicted to knit at this time...

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Regula Bartholdi link
6/21/2012 11:06:39 pm

I was in Dublin when I was 20 years old because I got an interrail ticket for my 20th birthday. That was 30 years ago. First thing in Dublin was going into St. Stephans Green and having a nap after the long journey. I've seen "that" yellow door!

Thank you for bringing memories back.

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Jazz link
6/22/2012 01:01:25 am

Nice pictures, thanks for sharing!

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Nicky link
6/22/2012 01:06:23 am

I love it all. Looks like you had a wonderful vacation and the sweater and purchases are awesome!

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jessica link
6/22/2012 03:41:56 am

I love the Jameson chandelier!

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Wooldiaries link
6/22/2012 06:00:27 am

Really nice photo heavy post. Loved all of it.

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Tracy Rogers link
6/30/2012 07:37:28 pm

Gorgeous pictures, I just love Dublin. My brother lived over there for 3 years and it was a wonderful place to visit. Your cardigan is perfect :)

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Christina link
7/21/2012 07:17:08 am

Dublin is such a beautiful city. My husband and I fell in love with it when we went on our honeymoon there last August. Looking at your pictures make me want to go again so badly!

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katie metzroth link
6/3/2013 01:24:12 am

heavens! That sounds like FUN! :)

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