While rifling through my yarn stash, I found this sweater. Not quite complete, but almost . . .
The knitting is less than stellar, and the wool not of
excellent quality. Perhaps that is why I
abandoned it so close to being finished?
I decided to wash the thing to see if it would even out some
of the imperfections. That did work, for the most part.
It was then I noticed other issues with the garment. How did I manage to knit two separate cuff
lengths?! What an annoying mistake to make. Oh well, things can't always go smoothly. But I really must do something about that ribbing; that is the part of a sweater I actually see, and it will drive me crazy!
Despite the cuff lengths, it is a very pretty sweater.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love it though. The colours together the shaping, the sleeves. It's definitely definitely worth go finishing. Have a lovely Christmas.
ReplyDeleteImperfections aside, this is such a beautiful jumper...I really hope you finish it soon so you can show it off to the world! You're such a talented knitter (and seamstress)...wish I could learn from you!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous sweater! Any chance you can share the pattern? I'd love to knit it too :-)
ReplyDeleteI found the link you shared. Unfortunately I can't get it to print very clearly? I am inspired by yours though. It'll be worth making the changes to make you happier with it.
DeleteIt's a beautiful design, yes that cuff thing is a bit puzzling but it's nice for us more novice knitters to see that everyone makes mistakes. I am just finishing off my fist jumper and it's taken me years to get it done for various reasons, including two years of frozen shoulder... well when it's done it will be more than a jumper, it will be minor miracle. Hope you have a happy Christmas.
ReplyDeleteI love that sweater--what a great design. Didn't even notice the cuff until you pointed it out. How does it look on you?
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous! Never mind the imperfections, this is a beautiful sweater. I hope one day I'll be able to knit something like this
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. You should totally go back and fix the cuff issue. You would look great in this.
ReplyDeleteCut them both, pick up the stitches, knit the right length and bind off. that is the easiest solution.
ReplyDeleteI mean, cut them to have most part of ribbing left on the sleeve. This way you will have really small amount of knitting to be done.
DeleteCertainly worth it. As you know, as someone who hand-bastes darts, it really is worth the time to redo them. If the color hadn't worked out, or if the yarn didn't wash up well, that would be one thing. Considering the hours you've got in there already, it's worth the couple you're facing to redo a static portion.
DeleteThe design and colors look like something Prada would design and Vogue would feature in the fall 2015 issue. Prada would add more color with a print skirt and boots and bag, etc. and it would be a head turner. Fix the cuffs and it will be perfect. Love it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool sweater -- especially those sleeves! I hope you can adjust the cuffs to your liking, because it would definitely be worth it.
ReplyDeletePretty colors, pretty yarn, pretty design, pretty sweater. Thanks for all the great blog posts this year - it is a major gift of time and teaching to all of us readers. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a great 2015!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! This looks like it will fit you so well and I love this color block choice.
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous so far. I am sure the completed garment will be fabulous.
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