It just goes to show that occasionally I can make a deadline, even a self-imposed one.I just finished the ribbing on Hey, Teach this morning and just need to go shopping for some special buttons to make this cute little number even more delightful. I have to say that I managed to get this sweater to fit like a dream. But not without some thought.
I knew I needed to add additional length to the upper bodice of the sweater, considering my rather ample bustline would require a few extra inches to make the empire waist shaping actually sit where it should sit. This made it necessary to lengthen the lower half as well, to keep the proportion between the two halves correct. I added an extra inch to the sleeve length as well, just to make sure it hit my arm in the right spot.
All in all, it turned out so lovely, I can't wait to add the buttons and wear it. Alas, I have to work all weekend long at the ice cream shop, so the trip for new buttons will have to wait a few days. Thus, you all will have to wait for a shot of it on moi for a few more days as well.
I hope you can stand the strain of waiting . . .
4 comments:
Gorgeous! What yarn did you use?
Wow, Lori, that's spectacular, and I bet it'll look great on you, with all the custom modifications for fit. Love the color! Hey Teach, Feb. Lady Sweater, Cece, and Helena baby sweater are all on my mental list as winning patterns -- lotta bang for the buck, so to speak.
That is beautiful! And the color is just stunning. Nice work!
Don't forget to put it on Ravelry! I have one of those on my favorites list already . . . Nice Job!
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