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[tree_and_leaf]

Hi, I'm new(ish) to the community, and also fairly new to knitting. I've just got into knitting lace, which I love, but I'm having problems with the blocking. I've been improvising using a yoga mat, but I tried to block Traveling Woman (a lace shawl) recently, and the pointy edges didn't come out right at all - the mat's not solid enough, so it kept warping out of shape. The shawl looks OK, but it could look so much better.

Does anyone have any suggestions on better methods/ equipment, preferably from UK suppliers? I'm on a tight budget, but I'm willing to spend a bit, given that I really enjoy knitting and my cheapskate solution wasn't much of a solution *g*

I'd be very grateful for any hints, tips, or suggestions.

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[medrin]

When I block something big I use my bed. I just remove all the bedding and stuff and pin it directly on the mattress. Nice big surface. If it's something like a scarf I have a sofa that I use (less work to clear it).

Important to note: Start blocking early in the day so it's dry when it's time for bed, and be careful about picking up all the needles.

[tree_and_leaf]

Thank you!