Thursday, January 31, 2008

First FO

Usually, after I have finished the actual knitting on a project, I procrastinate with the finishing. But this time, I was uncharacteristically prompt about it because I really wanted to have an FO by the end of January, and I just made it.

Actually, I think I have made my peace with the finishing process, at least mostly. I actually kind of like seaming with mattress stitch now (shocking!), and I try to weave in ends as I go along so that it's not too tedious at the end. I still have trouble with set-in sleeves, but these were not the set-in kind, so I lucked out! I think I'd like to take a class on finishing techniques (maybe I'll ask my LYS whether they might want to have one) or make myself read one of the books on the topic. If you have a favorite book on finishing techniques, suggest it to me!




This is the Boatneck Pullover, a free pattern by Tahki Stacy Charles. You might recognize it from the ads in Vogue Knitting last year. More details are in the gallery.

9 comments:

  1. Oh, that's gorgeous! And it looks like it fits you perfectly. Nicely done for the first FO of 2008!

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  2. It looks gorgeous! What a great FO. Looks like you'll ge ta tonne of wear out of it!

    - Julie

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  3. What a great sweater - it looks great on you and looks like it fits perfectly.

    I'm trying to work on my finishing skills too -- I feel like that's where my trouble lies with coming out with a really nice garment.

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  4. It's gorgeous! It looks completely professional. I love the little cable inserts.

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  5. That looks wonderful! That is nice pattern...hmmm, gets me thinking of yarn subs. Thanks for all the details on your mods!

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  6. I looks great! I bet you'll wear it all the time...looks comfy!

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  7. love love love it. And it fits perfectly. Congrats!

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  8. That is such a pretty and flattering sweater on you! Keep up the good work!

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  9. It definitely worked out nicely - I love the fit on you! Beautiful : )

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