The climbing period in the region extends from June-August when most of the rest of the Himalaya remains inaccessible due to the monsoon. Easy accessibility by road and the shortest possible approach march to reach base camp makes Nun one of the most attractive mountaineering destinations in the Western Himalaya. Climbing this peak is a great chance to get high altitude climbing experience on a classic expedition. Nun Peak is located in the remote landscape of the Zanskar ranges in northern India and is the highest mountain in the region.
Familiar reminds us to reach outside ourselves into the rich world of camaraderie and connection that waits for us, closer to home than we might imagine.The Nun Kun mountain massif consists of a pair of Himalayan twin peaks: Nun (7135 m / 23,409 ft) and its neighbor Kun (7077 m / 23,219 ft). Making, like magic, can be something of solitary pursuit. As such, it seemed like a fitting end to this magical season of The Shawl Society.
The Familiar shawl is a tribute to companionship and loyalty wherever we find it: furry or feathered friends, close human confidantes, or a tribe of like-minded makers scattered across the globe, connected by technology. The yarn, a fluffy, luxurious bulky weight, is soft enough that your first instinct is to stroke it affectionately.įamiliar knits up so quickly some people might suspect you’ve used a helpful household spell in its construction. It has a “familiar” favourite shape: a crescent, and is finished with a simple ribbed border. Texture plays a strong role in this design, which features unusual soft cables, inspired in part by Hedwig’s downy feathers. Familiar will be a cosy companion on frosty days, offering warmth and comfort when the wind blows wild. Our sixth design for this season, the Familiar Shawl, taps into a little of that magic. More than just a pet or a mail carrier, she was one of his very best friends.Īnyone who has ever formed a bond with an animal knows that friendship is one of the strongest kinds of magic we have here in the real world. Harry Potter’s beloved Hedwig, the beautiful snowy owl, is an updated interpretation of a familiar. The life of a magic-maker can be a lonely one, and having someone by (and on) your side is important, even when it’s “just” an animal. They could deliver messages, assist with magic, defend their human, but most of all they were company. Some say these magical animals could change shape to suit the task at hand.
A dog, an otter, a raven, a discreet little mouse or fleet brown hare. This pattern is part of the second Shawl Society eBook - you can buy the collection here: The Shawl Society 2Ĭompanions of wise women and magicians down the years, these helpful household beings took the form of a loyal animal: a black cat was the most traditional, but your familiar could be just about anything. Build your own Bundle: Buy any 4 patterns from my Ravelry store and the least expensive will be yours FREE! Note: You need to add all 4 patterns to your cart at the same time.
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