A Sweater a Day
I got to wear a hand knit sweater to work for all three of my work-days this week. Rogue, Ariann and the newest - Hourglass.
Project Specs:
Pattern: Hourglass Sweater, from Last Minute Knitted Gifts
Yarn: K1C2 Angora Soft, Color #635 (main color) and #257 (contrast hems)
Needles: #7 Denise
Notes: I has been worried I wouldn't be able to wear this, but was pleasantly surprised that I can. The yarn is 45/50/15 Nylon/Viscose/Angora and has great drape, however I'm still not positive the yarn was the right choice - after one days wearing, it is already losing its shape (a lot like cotton would, I imagine). Perhaps it will just be one of those that really needs a washing/reblocking after wearing? I do like how it fits when its "fresh" though. The fabric itself is soft, but there are spots where it is scratchy - I'm guessing where the viscose is heavier or something? No idea, but I don't have terribly sensitive skin, so no real complaints from me.
The contrast hems are a stray from the pattern as written, but I liked the way it looked on other Hourglasses out there, and I am pleased with how they look on mine. I did knit about 6 extra rows on the neckline, and added one extra decrease round to combat the common complaint of too wide a neckline as written. I like the way it turned out - still collarbone bearing, but enough coverage to hide the bra straps. Speaking of which, this sweater quite obviously highlights the fact that I need to invest in some good undergarments! Eek.
Project Specs:
Pattern: Hourglass Sweater, from Last Minute Knitted Gifts
Yarn: K1C2 Angora Soft, Color #635 (main color) and #257 (contrast hems)
Needles: #7 Denise
Notes: I has been worried I wouldn't be able to wear this, but was pleasantly surprised that I can. The yarn is 45/50/15 Nylon/Viscose/Angora and has great drape, however I'm still not positive the yarn was the right choice - after one days wearing, it is already losing its shape (a lot like cotton would, I imagine). Perhaps it will just be one of those that really needs a washing/reblocking after wearing? I do like how it fits when its "fresh" though. The fabric itself is soft, but there are spots where it is scratchy - I'm guessing where the viscose is heavier or something? No idea, but I don't have terribly sensitive skin, so no real complaints from me.
The contrast hems are a stray from the pattern as written, but I liked the way it looked on other Hourglasses out there, and I am pleased with how they look on mine. I did knit about 6 extra rows on the neckline, and added one extra decrease round to combat the common complaint of too wide a neckline as written. I like the way it turned out - still collarbone bearing, but enough coverage to hide the bra straps. Speaking of which, this sweater quite obviously highlights the fact that I need to invest in some good undergarments! Eek.
posted by Pumpkinmama at Saturday, March 24, 2007
16 Comments:
You look great in it! I love the red contrast with the blue! I've had yarn for this marinating for awhile, I might finally have to knit it up!
I love the contrasting hem! What a great sweater. :)
That is lovely. I love the blue and contrasting red. And you thought it was to soon to wear something fitted--silly, you!
It does look quite good and I like the addition of the contrasting hems. Get thee to Lady Grace. ;-)
That's a beautiful sweater. I love the contrast that you added!
Love the piping! Love! LOVE! You just made me burn with desire to knit an Hourglass with beautiful piping on on it. A pink one with brown piping! Or a green one with pink piping! That would be so much fun. :-)
And you look *amazing* for a woman who just had a wee pumpkin. Seriously.
It looks great....and so do you for having had a baby not so long ago!
WOW those contrasting hems! Fantastic! Also, it's a very flattering sweater and you look wonderful!
Lovely, Erin! You look like a model in one of your knitting mags. Kudos!
One of the nicest Hourglass' I've seen!
Very, very pretty. The piping is an excellent touch.
You look fabulous, especially for having a baby such a short time ago.
the contrasting hems are brillinat and were the forst thing i noticed (and liked) about hourglass here! i love that color of red with a pale blue or green. very nice and you DO look great!
Wow that looks so great! I love the little contrast detail, and the fit is perfect!
The sweater is very beautiful. I've always admired the design, but I like much more with the contrasting trim. It really makes the plain sweater pop.
Ooh, it's beautiful! I'm sorry it gets out of shape with wear. It's too bad, since the color is smashing and it fits you so well.
hi - just found you through ravelry (yay!). i really like the contrast hems, your version has just clinched that decision for me. it's beautiful - congrats!
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