Deep V Argyle Vest
Deep V Argyle Vest
Found: See Eunny Knit
Yarn: Elegance from Knit Picks in Grass (about 3 balls) and Palette from Knit Picks in Fawn (about 2 1/2 balls)
Needles: Size US 3
Gauge: 5.5 stitches per inch, 6.5 rows per inch
Alterations: Made the entire sweater about 2 inches shorter than the pattern called for by shortening the rib section and knitting fewer rows on the bottom. Adjusted number of rows throughout to accommodate the bigger row gauge.
My first steeked sweater. Well, my first steeked anything, actually. Even this picture shows more contrast than exists in real life between the two colors. They are actually very close in value, creating a pattern that is subtle. I love this effect, and will probably be experimenting a little more with the idea in future. (Check out the Virgin vest from Norsk Strikkedesign to see what I mean.)
Can’t wait ’til winter! (it’s a little warm around here for wool sweaters, even sleeveless ones.)
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Eunny Said,
May 4, 2006 @ 7:58 pm
Oh, my goodness, is that gorgeous! Do you mind if I steal the pic for a gallery I’m putting up soon? I’ll send you the url when it’s up.
Fantastic knitting!
Necia Said,
May 4, 2006 @ 8:21 pm
That looks fantastic on you! You did an awesome job.
Necia
Tanya Said,
May 5, 2006 @ 11:28 am
Ah, it’s beautiful. Looks great on you!
gster Said,
May 5, 2006 @ 4:35 pm
Yay you finished it! It looks gorgeous!
stefanie Said,
May 6, 2006 @ 8:31 am
Your vest looks so wonderful! I’m glad to see that someone’s fit them properly. After seeing how great yours turned out I have the motivation to finish my own.
anna Said,
May 13, 2006 @ 4:53 pm
it’s fabulous! well done!
jess Said,
May 25, 2006 @ 2:08 pm
Phew! I just came across your version of the vest — it’s gorgeous and looks fantastic on you!
Ruth Said,
July 8, 2007 @ 9:00 am
That is beautiful! Can you make me one?