Comments on: It’s Hot and Humid So Let’s Talk Sweaters

By: Becky

Becky — Fri, 08 Jul 2005 14:46:11 +0000

I love the GGH soft kid I am working with right now. You can see it at http://www.beckyanddaniel.com/knitting/Projects/pink_lace_scarf.html I think it is a little thicker than other similar yarns which made it good for me (a beginner in lace), and would also make the sweater a tad more substantial (but certainly still very lightweight) and a quicker knit.

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 14:19:53 +0000

Mohair is supposed to be big this fall or so sayeth the reps. I like that lacey pullover. Very pretty and I am also considering Martha in Baby Ull.

By: Lolly

Lolly — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 13:45:40 +0000

The one time I don’t renew my Family Circle subscription–and then they come out with those lovelies. However, I think my vote is for Elfin. That is really pretty!

By: Christie

Christie — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 12:23:39 +0000

I just saw that FC mag yesterday. I’m intruiged by the lacey pullover and the ruffled wrap. I made the Airy Cardigan…it was pretty easy, it just took me forever to seam it up. I used some mohair that I got off ebay.

By: Kathy

Kathy — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 12:22:22 +0000

I made Elfin last year in deep purples and she is my hands down favorite sweater. I love, love, love this design. And the ruffle doesn’t at all draw attention to your bust – moreso to your face. The ruffles are heavier right around your neck/collarbones, then taper down from 3 rows of ruffle to 1 for the front bands. The line of the sweater draws your eye vertically rather than horizontally. Plus, it’s actually a loose fit. I literally knit the body TWICE when I realized how much ease there was in my regular size. I frogged the whole thing and knit it a size smaller and there is still a lot of ease. (I think the model in the picture must have some pins going on in the back to make it look snug.) Anyway – I’m for Elfin – but I must admit I do like Ava as well. Can’t wait to see what you choose!!

By: Jessica

Jessica — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 12:10:36 +0000

Of course, I’m partial to Martha. I’m making her in Baby Ull and I think it will end up being an all-season sweater.
Ava has been on my list for a long time too but the cardi version instead of the lace up.

By: adele

adele — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 12:03:33 +0000

Ooh, thanks for sharing the Family Cirle preview. I’m all over that mohair cardie with the frilly edge. I’m off to the LYS on lunch for sure. You enabler!

By: Karma

Karma — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 11:59:18 +0000

Those are all fabulous fall knits. I’ve always kept Airy Cardi in the back of my mind. It’s so feminine and light looking, but that mohair would keep you warm.

By: grumperina

grumperina — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 10:45:39 +0000

Lovely choices! It does seem like you’re stepping out of your typical MO, but that’s great! I kind of like the ruffled wrap sweater, but those never look good on me – it’s never clear whether the wrap wants to go squarely below the bust, or on top of it, or what. I’d be curious to see what you make of a sweater like that.

By: Colleen

Colleen — Wed, 06 Jul 2005 09:48:17 +0000

I hear you on the Silky Tweed–it’s lovely. The cotton in the mix might lighten the yarn. Silky Wool can be a little bit warm.