Tuesday, March 9, 2010

I feel Lucky.....



Every now and then something you knit comes out darn near perfect.

As was the case with my Short Lucky.I have to say though, when I first downloaded the pattern, I was a little unsure - it was 8 pages long. I jumped in though and quickly figured out that the pattern is so long because she gives such great detailed directions. Which I need....

I did a wet block on this one, as I wanted mine longer - from shoulder seam to the hem it is 25". I've learned that if I have a shorter sweater I will NOT wear it. Or I'll spend all day tugging at it. And ribbing (to me anyhow) looks very good with some aggressive blocking.



I think I may need some sort of clasp or closure at the top, but for now, I am so wearing this to work today just as is.



Details:
Short Lucky by Thea Coleman
Yarn - Cascade 220 heathers, 4 skiens
Needles - size 8 circulars (I think the pattern calls for 9's, but this yarn just looked so much nicer with the 8's)
Size - Medium.

11 comments:

Patty said...

The sweater looks very nice and I just love the green color!

em's scrapbag said...

Your sweater looks great.
Whoever thought up sleep overs was insane. No one I mean No one gets any sleep. Making for some very crabby people the next day.

Sherri said...

Love this sweater! Wish I could knit!!!

Cheryl said...

Great job on the sweater!

Michelle said...

I'm seriously in awe of you every time you turn out another of your incredible sweaters. If I make one per year, I feel downright triumphant.

The fit is perfect for you too! :)

Lib said...

Love it! You did A Great Job!
Have a great day!
Blessins',Lib

I am Arizona; a person, not a place. said...

It looks great! I like the color a lot. I want to knit White Russian from the same designer, but now I'm thinking maybe I need to get lucky. ;)

Susan said...

It looks great but what happened to the model's head?

Mel said...

How did you know, my favorite color was green.

Come on now, you have done this before~ if not, what a great job, I love it... It looks warm as well as comfy. Awesome Job!!!

Small House said...

OH MY WORD....I LOVE YOUR SWEATER!! YOU made this??? It's wonderful. YOU HAVE A GIFT GIRL!

Aunt Spicy said...

You are a rockstar! It looks fabulous!