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....
It's such a pleasure to be able to see the work of such a fine craftswoman. I hope your next step is to do some pattern design yourself. Clearly you are able to handle some complex stitch work and garment making, and you have a great eye for what fits you, and you make good yarn selections. See you soon!
Posted by: Denise | August 08, 2007 at 09:17 PM
It's such a pleasure to be able to see the work of such a fine craftswoman. I hope your next step is to do some pattern design yourself. Clearly you are able to handle some complex stitch work and garment making, and you have a great eye for what fits you, and you make good yarn selections. See you soon!
Posted by: Denise | August 08, 2007 at 09:18 PM
It's such a pleasure to be able to see the work of such a fine craftswoman. I hope your next step is to do some pattern design yourself. Clearly you are able to handle some complex stitch work and garment making, and you have a great eye for what fits you, and you make good yarn selections. See you soon!
Posted by: Denise | August 08, 2007 at 09:18 PM
Fantastic, you are stunning in Cherry!!
Posted by: Heather | August 08, 2007 at 10:36 PM
That's a really great sweater! How on earth did I miss it until now?? I love the color you chose, especially. It's so sweet with the ribbon and buttons.
Posted by: Amy | August 09, 2007 at 10:42 AM
It's so pretty! It's a lovely pattern and you did a fantastic job with it. I imagine you'll wear it tons. I bet it'll look really cute over a long sleeve top, too.
Posted by: Jean | August 09, 2007 at 12:26 PM
wow, your cherry is amazing. it looks fabulous on you!
Posted by: rachel i | August 09, 2007 at 03:07 PM
That is so beautiful! Well done. It fits like a glove.
Posted by: rfg | August 09, 2007 at 06:16 PM
That is stunning on you! Terrific job - and it's nice to see all of you (figuratively speaking, of course). LOL
Posted by: Mr Puffy | August 09, 2007 at 09:27 PM
Beautiful Sweater!
Posted by: Karen | August 10, 2007 at 12:26 AM
Really, truly gorgeous! The color is great, and shows off your tan even more! Reading that you knit this while in Italy brings back memories for me - I worked on my version of Cherry when I was in France. I think about the trip every time I wear/see my sweater!
Posted by: jan | August 10, 2007 at 11:50 AM
Wow, what a beautiful piece! It looks perfect on you! The yarn really works well with the design.
Posted by: Jennifer | August 10, 2007 at 12:40 PM
Oh my! You look wonderful! What a beautiful Cherry and such a great colour for you!
Posted by: anna | August 10, 2007 at 03:58 PM
wow..cherry looks amazing on you. It's design is gorgeous. I've now got the pattern bookmarked because of you! I love that you used sonata too! It'll be less of a splurge when I make my own. :)
Posted by: rhoda | August 10, 2007 at 08:11 PM
wow, I hope you are not done blushing because you have many more compliments to come due to the beauty of that sweater. The Elann really makes it sparkle too. Great Job.
Posted by: Nubiancraftster | August 11, 2007 at 06:47 PM
What a pretty sweater, it looks so great on you too. The buttons you chose are especially great with the yarn color. Add me to the list of people who want to make this because of your version.
Posted by: Maia | August 13, 2007 at 12:10 AM
That looks fantastic!
Posted by: Romi | August 14, 2007 at 05:44 PM
You are super cute! Again, thanks for contributing to my already ever-growing ravelry queue - again!
Absolutely magnificent
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