Monday 29 November 2010

Modification Monday: Ms. Bennett-Darcy


Original Pattern: Mr. Darcy

Knitter Extraordinaire: Cheryl (Rav ID, website)

Mods: Altered this men's pullover to fit and flatter a feminine shape, using her hip measurement as a basis for her calculations.

What Makes This Awesome:  I loved this sweater when I first saw it. The texture and classic shape (along with the prefect sweater name!) were so attractive, but I never stopped to think if I could change it up to suit me. I'm so impressed that Cheryl took the pattern and modified it to make a gorgeous, flattering sweater for herself.  It looks beautiful! It's so chilly here today, and I'd love to slip into a cozy sweater just like this.  Awesome project guidelines on how to modify any men's sweater into a smaller woman's sweater can be found here.

5 comments:

Nat at Made in Home said...

That jumper looks ideal for the winter, love the colour and the shape. Really clever.

jennifer said...

Wow! Still roomy and cozy, but totally feminine. What a great job!

Hilary said...

That texture is amazing! I love the feminine version of this sweater!

Teresa said...

Lovely!

Anonymous said...

This is nice!