A little success, a smidge of failure & a learning experience ~
By Sarah | February 26, 2008
All rolled into one simple pull-over.
Pros:
- Yarn: Karabella Aurora 8 (colorway 286 – a dark chocolate brown)
- Pattern: (more like recipe) from Ruth at Seattle Yarn
- Arms: They fit. And they fit well.
- Neck: Love the little roll-neck. In fact, I am already envisioning other necklines for this top…hmmm. The mind reels.
- Super speedy knit – so speedy it practically knit itself. Started this on Saturday afternoon and finished on today. In fact, this could have been finished yesterday or even Sunday evening, but things like work, sleep and a major pinkie cramp stood in the way.
- What a great layering piece. Kicky worn on its own, but I am a huge fan of layering – usually have no less than three layers of shirts on this time of year (in the summer I dial it down to just two layers). So, even though this is a tad shorter than I had intened it is still great for layering and perfect over longer tees.
Cons:
- Cast off edge: I must be tense (ok. There is no “must be” – I am). My cast off edge is too tight for my taste, workable, but still, not to my taste. I was going to ask what can be done to remedy this (hoping against hope that there would be an easier remedy) but I already know. Rip and re-do on larger needles. Need to work up to that. Maybe this weekend.
- Length: The sweater currently hits right at the hip bone. In a perfect world I would have liked it to hit at low hip.
You know, that’s not bad. All those pro’s and just two cons. I think another one is in order. This time in a Springish color. This really has been just the ticket to get me over my sweater phobia.
Now, back to Lu, which is just shy of half done.
And, lest you think I have no yarn for you, there will be a small shop update in the next 24-48 hours. But, no worries, I will give everyone a proper heads-up.
24 Comments
Becky on February 26, 2008 at 9:57 pm.
So cute! And it fits you wonderfully, too. Kudos.
Stacey on February 26, 2008 at 10:07 pm.
The sweater looks great – nice way to get over the phobia! The fit is terrific! Can’t wait to see more Lu and then some more of your yarn too:)
Amanda on February 26, 2008 at 10:13 pm.
It looks gorgeous on you, my friend!
krysten on February 26, 2008 at 10:42 pm.
oh my gosh, girl! good for you!! you made a SWEATER! i bow to your braveness…
Lara on February 26, 2008 at 11:34 pm.
Sooo cute! Simple but pretty and classy. Sometimes, I really think those are the best sweaters. More wearable. I have to say I love your hair…it is darling! If only I could wear mine like that!
mick on February 27, 2008 at 12:03 am.
Adorable! The fit is perfect. I love it.
Regina on February 27, 2008 at 12:31 am.
Sarah-your sweater looks awesome!! I love the rolled collar and the brown. You keep inspiring me, one of these days…
kathryn on February 27, 2008 at 6:41 am.
That fits so beautifully and looks lovely. I’m wondering if it would be easy to make it long sleeved…off to see.Thanks for the link
Macoco on February 27, 2008 at 7:50 am.
Oh that is an awesome sweater! You are such the quick knitter over there!
Veronique on February 27, 2008 at 7:57 am.
Lovely sweater! And it looks fantastic when layered
Paula on February 27, 2008 at 9:23 am.
Way to go!! What a great sweater, and it looks perfect on you. Love that color…
As far as bind offs, I’ve started using the Purl Bee’s recommendation and it’s the bomb:
http://www.purlbee.com/the-purl-bee/2008/1/5/whits-knits-a-better-bind-off-tutorial.html
No more tight bind off edges. The Yarn Harlot has a tutorial on this as well and it was posted on her blog a day or two later than Purl’s.
mai on February 27, 2008 at 9:53 am.
i love it! it’s beautiful and looks great on you. congratulations!
Wannabe on February 27, 2008 at 9:59 am.
Loves it. Loves.
Rachel on February 27, 2008 at 9:59 am.
That’s a gorgeous sweater, and looks so nice on you! Great job!
Emily on February 27, 2008 at 2:50 pm.
I think it looks great!
Shannon on February 27, 2008 at 6:13 pm.
Ok, did I miss something? You finished a sweater that actually fits? That was so fast. I love the color and rolled collar. What a great job!! YAH for you!!!!!!!
sheepishone on February 28, 2008 at 1:10 am.
hello, friend!
i love pics of you in your knits. all of your pros are right on. that color is so rich and purty.
ps: your pilates-body is fabu!!
lolly on February 28, 2008 at 7:28 am.
i love it! this is something that would be an absolute staple in my wardrobe. yours looks fabulous on you!
dw on February 28, 2008 at 12:40 pm.
Is there any way to get a copy of the pattern? I dont’ see that you can buy it on the site.
Helena on February 28, 2008 at 1:11 pm.
That sweater looks fabulous on you! I love the roll neck.
I’m looking forward to the shop update.
Karen on February 28, 2008 at 3:23 pm.
Wow, that sweater is wonderful!!! It looks like it fits you perfectly. Awesome. And you look so pretty in the picture too – your hair is fabulous.
I second “dw” in wondering if you know if the pattern is available for purchase. I have a bunch of Aurora 8 that I bought years ago on my first ever yarn store trip. I later realized it was all wrong for the pattern I intended it for – but this could be just the thing!
Stacey on February 28, 2008 at 6:26 pm.
cute cute cute. I usually try to remember to bind off with larger needles when I need th efinish to be just to my liking too.
Robin on March 8, 2008 at 2:22 am.
Hi, would love to find out about the pattern for this great sweater. How can I get it?
Thanks!
Nora on March 12, 2008 at 1:55 pm.
So beautiful – both you and the jumper [sweater].