But, like all Kim Hargreaves sweaters that have come before, it was entirely worth it:
The variegation works well, especially in the edging. I had the hardest time working in reverse stockinette--I kept having to remind myself that the purl side was the right side; it just didn't look as good. But in the finished sweater it looks just fine.
I'm so proud of this sweater it's embarrassing. I took unusual (for me) care with finishing, and really paid attention to how evenly I was picking up the stitches for the collar, and how I sewed the pieces together. Sewing up reverse stockinette is a challenge for sure--the fabric's natural inclination is to curl under, so the seams tend to dip in a bit. I can't think what to do about that--maybe just wear and a few more washings will tae care of it.
I want to make another really complicated sweater now! It's like backpacking--while you're doing it you're wondering what on earth you were thinking and why would anyone want to do this, but then as soon as you've finished you feel so accomplished and want to go again!
Plus, with results like this, who can complain? I love Kim Hargreaves.
3 comments:
Wow! It's beautiful, and it looks great on you. Well done!
Beautiful! It looks gorgeous on you!!!
This sweater looks amazing. I'm truly impressed. Very nice :-)
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