- Pattern: Lace-up Pullover by Robin Melanson from Classic Elite #9106 "Sunday Brunch"
- Yarn: Classic Elite Yarn Classic 150, #7258 "Radish", 1005 yds
- Needles/Size/Gauge: 34" bust, 6 spi on US 4's, US 3's for ribbing
- Time to knit: Just under 2 weeks in February 2011
Although I do question the utility of a short sleeve wool sweater, I admit that I really love this top for it's great fit, darling details, and cute vintage aesthetic.
The pattern is fine, no errata. I added some additional length (13.75" hem to armscye, 7.25" armscye depth). The armscye mod was for comfort and the body mod was for wardrobe utility. I know it's supposed to cropped and all, but I don't have many high waisted skirts/pants. To ensure that the beaded stockinette portion covered my bust, I did short row shaping (10 short rows or 5 wraps and turns per side, starting 1.25" below armcye shaping). Also, I decreased the frequency of short rows for the garter edging at center front, as the pattern directions were creating a ripply edge.
I have mixed feelings about the yarn. The color is wonderful, deep and saturated; the knitted fabric is soft and light with wonderful stitch definition. However, I wasn't crazy about the texture (plied of many tiny threads) and the fact that most of the balls had multiple "unplied" sections with loose threads hanging off. I obtained the yarn via closeout last August and it was over 50% off; yay for stashbusting.
Overall I am very pleased with this project- at times the yarn was a bit annoying, but the FO is great and it was a fast knit- production knitting for the win!
I love seeing all your FOs! This top fits you perfectly, I think the bust mods were an excellent addition. Well done!
Posted by: BeckyinVT | April 05, 2011 at 11:12 AM
Two weeks?! Wow! It looks like a perfect piece to wear under a sweater or jacket now, and then on its own when it gets warmer. The ribbon braiding looks a little tricky. :)
Posted by: Debby | April 05, 2011 at 02:19 PM
Gorgeous! Love the colour.
Posted by: Christine S | April 05, 2011 at 10:54 PM
Lovely the vintage look and it's good for spring time when it's not too cold or warm, the ribbon gives more the air of vintage look.
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Posted by: Eco Chic | April 14, 2011 at 12:21 AM