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Pattern coming soon!
Tuesday, March 1st, 2011
I made a 42 for myself, which is a couple inches larger than I’d usually make. Wanted a bit more ease at bust and armhole, so that I can wear it over long sleeves or not…it’s for spring & variable weather invariably happens!
I’ll block this sweater one more time to smooth out the neckline (& entire front, really) now that the trim is on. Just adding that garter stitch around the neckline raised the hem up a bit, see? That’s because it’s actually the trim that helps the top of the shirt hold its shape and not stretch out (makes up for lack of seams at top!)
Amazing how knitting works.
This is a pattern that I’m planning to release here on the site and for wholesale. When it’s ready, I’ll post the pattern and the details.
I’m already casting on for more garments along these lines…love where this is taking me! 
The yarn in the picture above is Honor, from Lorna’s Laces in the colorway “poppy.” It’s a beautiful yarn and a very inspiring color!
Sweater progress! (and a little bit of planting!)
Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011
I’ve done a little more on my sweater…I know this pic doesn’t show much besides more length, but there is some reverse-shaping at the sides! What’s reverse-shaping? It’s how I’m giving this sweater a little bit more volume and an interesting hemline. So, instead of curving in toward or along the body, it curves out away from the body. I’m looking for volume in this one because I want a little bit of flow. It’s semi-fitted at bust, but then will drape gently over the curves. I’m really excited to finish so that I can wear it before it’s 105 degrees here!
This was a long, three-day weekend for us, so we were able to fit in some work around the house. Mazie and I planted our veggies, herbs, and flowers. We’re out of the freezing temps at night, so it’s safe to plant! Looking at this pic tells me that it’s time to clean out the screened porch!
Olive was banished to the exersaucer, can you guess why?
Hi Knitty Gritty Fans!
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010Welcome!
There have been a LOT of changes on the web since my episode aired back in 2007! You may have noticed that the pattern is no longer available on the DIY website. I’m not sure why it’s gone from there.
Here’s the new link to the free pattern.
I hope that you enjoy it!
