Yarn: Knit Picks Cadena in Peat
Needles: 5 mm/ US 8 circulars
Mods: increased 4 stitches extra for the bust, added extra button holes, shortened sleeves by 2 rows (due to a deep, ongoing fear that I would run out of yarn with only a few rows left to do).
Notes: You know how sometimes the knit you're working on turns out to be your kryptonite? This was my kryptonite- it took me waaaaay long to knit than I ever thought it would. After all, bulky yarn, short sleeves- it should have been a breeze! But I had some trouble with this, most noteably because I accidentally didn't buy enough yarn and had to order 1 more skein, and then wait for said yarn to arrive. There is also the fact that there is a lot going on- the increases and decreases to create the diagonal front, as well as the button holes. I had to rip back a few times to sort out problems that arose from me losing count of buttonhole rows.
But the final result- ah, the wonderful final result. This sweater is perfect over a long sleeved tee, just the thing to keep me warm. I love it, this was totally worth my little struggle. And G loves this sweater- every time I wear it, he raves about it. And I love wearing it- it feels comfortable, a sweater to play in.
52 comments:
I Love it! those buttons are pretty awesome, I didn't notice the fact they looked like yarn but they look like it!
It really did turn out fantastic! The pocket is great :)
It's so beautiful!
Love it!! I'm not a sweater knitted but I might have to become one for this pattern.
So pretty! I can imagine that keeping track of the diagonal shaping and button holes and stitch pattern and normal sweater shaping would be a lot to handle! It's amazing you didn't have more problems with it. I love this sweater!
Absolutely beautiful!
The color is perfect and suits you really well. Now I can't even think about knitting that cardigan in any other color. :)
It's beautiful!!
I agree -- the final result is well worth it. You look gorgeous in it!
Fantastic!!! Absolutely fantastic. How cute is that one pocket in front?! All around, that is a great sweater. The texture, the shape - great job!!
That is supercute. I love it, and I think I want one. Great job on it. I'm glad the end result was worth the trouble for you.
That's a great looking sweater! The additional buttons make it look better than the sweater modeled on the pattern site.
You are so lovely! I always enjoy your FO photo shoots. The sweater is so so cute. It looks amazing on you.
What a terrific sweater! It suits you to a T. Enjoy :)
I love how this came out! It really does look like the end result was worth all of the pain and struggle.
Gorgeous! What a nice job he did with the photos, and I LOVE this colour on you.
Oh Julie, your cardigan looks so amazing! I knew it would be good looking on when I saw it on Sunday. That G has good taste! :)
I'm also highly impressed with the lack of props. Your modeling skills are unparalleled.
Cute! And I love the golden-light photos.
That looks SO much better than the original I saw on her website. When you first told me you were knitting this, I thought the style wasn't quite you. Now that you've made it fitted and added your own personal touches, it's just perfect! Great work Julie!
Ooohhh I love this on you! The asymmetricle shape on this really makes a difference. Lovely job as usual. Love your pics too!
Wow, I love it! It's beautiful and interesting. How do you finish so many projects? You are an inspiration.
Very, very nice. it looks great on you!
Another fabulous FO! This pattern is in my faves pile and I do plan on knitting it some day...but as usual, I will have to live vicariously through your great knits. ;-)
P.S. Tell G he takes great photos!
Pretty! I love it!
Very cute cardi, great pictures!
This cardi is so beautiful! Everything is perfect: the texture of the pattern, the color, the short sleeves and I like that you added more buttons! Gorgeous! Really nice photos as well! The sun complement your cardi à la perfection!
Your photograph is fantastic, the pictures are so beautiful! The cardi too, i love the change that you've made. Great great job! You must be proud!
This looks great! It looks like it would be the perfect layer for when (if?!) it starts warming up around here. I was really thrown off by the asymmetry at first but now that I see it on a few different people it is starting to win me over. Thanks for the great pics! It is so helpful to see these sweaters really being worn.
that is gorgeous! I love the diagonal feature at the front. It looks really cool.
Totally cute sweater - you did a great job! It is always those projects that you think are going to go quick that take the longest.
I love your both your new cardigan/jackets! You are very productive!
so pretty! that color looks AMAZING on you! my friend sue just started this cardi. i may just have to make one as well... i love the extra buttons!
Beautiful!
I had to laugh at the kryptonite comment, because I'm experiencing the very same thing right now. It's not so cool. I can only hope my FO turns out half as lovely as yours!
That is fabulous! I dig the diagonal line and the pocket! Off to see if I can mod it down for worsted...
Lovely!
You are on a roll! I had not paid much attention to that pattern, but you have made it so tempting!
that looks fantastic! What do you think about the yarn??
Wow--it is a beautiful sweater and looks amazing on you, especially because it perfectly compliments your hair. Really, truly, wonderful!
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Absolutely radiant photos, stunning!
I love the cardi... the colour, the stitch pattern, and the fit.
Well done!
lovely colour. it looks great on you.
It is perfect on you, and the color suits you too! What a wonderful sweater and worth all the effort.
Stunning! That is one amazing cardi. Fabulous job!
The fit is perfect, and the asymmetric front is going to be flattering on a lot of body types. Great job as always!!
Beautiful! You look great!
Really beautiful, and a great fit!
wow!!! so lovely.
I love this!
you look gorgeous in this! nice work.
Wow this turned out amazing. Looks fantastic on you! I really love the one asymetrical pocket.
Oh I love it!! It looks really great on you. Cool colour too.
this is so beautiful (and so are you!)
i love your knits- they're so inspiring.
I love it! :)
I don't have pay pal, is it some other way to buy the pattern?
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