Two FO posts in a row... who am I??
Well I figured with all the wonderful Fall Knitting I am drooling for it was time to finish my main summer knit! This fabu cardigan traveled with me to Italy spending countless hours at the airport waiting for a flight that at one point felt like it would never come. It came out a bit at hotels in Rome and Sorrento getting the attention of some the girls who made me promise them to teach them how to knit come September.
It waited patiently while I went on a Zimmermann binge. Also knowing that I wouldn't be able to devote precious seaming mindfulness to it while at the beach - not when there were Pancakes and Pina Coladas to be had. But she knew... she knew how beautiful she would be when done.
Here's the details:
Pattern: Cherry by Anna Bell of My Fashionable Life
Yarn: Elann Sonata about 7 balls
Needles: Size 3s and 5s circs
The pattern was very well written. You have to though be mindful of how the pattern works with the increases and decreases as there is no explicit detail. I loved how it's shaped truly brings out the feminine character in this sweater. I already know this is going to be worn a lot this fall.
The yarn was surprising to me. I used Elann Sonata and it worked out very nicely. I am someone who believes that a beautiful pattern deserves a beautiful yarn (aka $$). That's not to say that you can't get a yarn that's less than 3 dollars a ball and it not work well but usually that's not the case! The only qualm I have is the knots.... seriously - it would be about a YARD in and there would be a knot. You kiddin' me man! Obviously that didn't hold me back but just something to think about for your knot-conscience.
The buttons and ribbon were acquired on my latest trip to MJ Trimmings. I actually had bought two colors for this top but the other ribbon as you now know has made a home in the Coquette Tube Top. I will go back though to get more because I like the idea of changing that up to change the "flair" of the piece.
OH look it's me. I figured since I do all the headless knitter shots might as well give you all something to look at - oh and to show off my tan ;-) Now what to knit next....
LOVE IT!!! You look marvelous. What a great design.
Posted by: margene | August 07, 2007 at 10:52 AM
that is beautiful! I love the subtle color - you could add a black ribbon and really dress it up!
Posted by: stacey | August 07, 2007 at 10:57 AM
it's gorgeous! it looks great! and you look really happy to be wearing such a great knit (as you should). :) Hooray!
Posted by: jess | August 07, 2007 at 10:58 AM
Look at you! You are too freaking cute!!! I love the knit - it's perfect for you.
And while your tan is nice - are you wearing SUNSCREEN!?!?!?!?!?
Posted by: Cara | August 07, 2007 at 11:00 AM
That is truely gorgeous!
Posted by: lekkercraft | August 07, 2007 at 11:05 AM
Breathtaking is all I can say, and how fast you knit!
Posted by: Leslie | August 07, 2007 at 11:25 AM
Beautiful!! It looks just great on you! Love Coco, too. ; )
Posted by: Vicki | August 07, 2007 at 11:30 AM
Lovely! It looks like the fit is perfect. I wish I could wear that color -- it looks great on you.
Posted by: Stella | August 07, 2007 at 12:09 PM
that is a really beautiful sweater.
Posted by: karen | August 07, 2007 at 12:24 PM
That sweater is gorgeous!!! I think that will have to be added to my Ravelry list of must haves!
Posted by: Christine | August 07, 2007 at 01:11 PM
Another beautiful FO ... glad to see you had a great vacation and have some fabulous work to show for it as well.
Posted by: LizKnits | August 07, 2007 at 01:41 PM
Gorgeous! You AND the sweater!
Posted by: grumperina | August 07, 2007 at 01:53 PM
Simply beautiful!
Posted by: jillian | August 07, 2007 at 03:29 PM
wow, that really is beautiful. one of the best knits i've seen! congratulations!
Posted by: Katyaflutes | August 07, 2007 at 03:32 PM
Yay, you! I love Anna's designs, and this is no exception. It looks great on you, too! PS: Great necklace!
Posted by: Nonnahs | August 07, 2007 at 03:52 PM
Looks great! And it's reassuring to know that an inexpensive yarn can look so nice.
Posted by: celeste | August 07, 2007 at 03:59 PM
Another gorgeous FO on you!
Posted by: tiennie | August 07, 2007 at 04:13 PM
Too cute! Thanks for the yarn info. I've had my reservations about some of their yarns.
Posted by: Lola | August 07, 2007 at 06:53 PM
i love, love, love it!!! once i get rid of some of my stash yarn (cringe), i'm buying some sonata pronto! what size did you make?
Posted by: mai | August 07, 2007 at 08:16 PM
Nice tan! I love the cardigan! So good to hear that Sonata is worthwhile. I've got quite a bit in the stash.
It is nice to finally see your face!
Posted by: Kirsten | August 07, 2007 at 08:39 PM
I love! I've had this on my Maybe list, but seeing yours definitely elevates it to the Must Knit. You are SO tan, that color would totally blend in to my skin tone.
Posted by: kelp! | August 07, 2007 at 10:22 PM
Very pretty, and it looks like it fits great!
Posted by: Cindy | August 07, 2007 at 10:35 PM
Just gorgeous! It's so beautiful on you!
Posted by: Octopus Knits | August 08, 2007 at 12:23 AM
I just want you to know how much I enjoy your blog and your beautiful knitting!! Cherry is gorgeous!
Posted by: Pat | August 08, 2007 at 09:15 AM
Absolutely gorgeous! Perfect fit, great color (shows off your tan), beautifully done. I actually started knitting Cherry because I have yet to see a bad version. I just love yours.
Posted by: Erin | August 08, 2007 at 01:12 PM