I finished my Molly Ringwald today. I decided NOT to start the another project until I was finished with this! This was an overall easy knit. The issue I had with this top is the sizing. Even though I was able to get gauge on a size 5 knitting needle, the top still turned out about 4" too big on top. I had to do a lot of (crochet) decreases to get it to fit right. It's a good thing I can crochet, thanks to my mother in law! I used 6 skeins of Elann Sonata in Jade. This pattern was purchased through Ravelry byMichelle Rose Orne.I love the length of this top and the overall design. The pattern was fairly easy to follow and I'm glad that I finally made it. If I was to make this top again, I would make it in a smaller size and really keep my stitches super tight around the ruffles.
I'm undecided on which project to do next. I'm a bit reluctant to start the feather cardigan. I'm worried that it's going to be a hard knit because it's done with a lace yarn. I have never knitted anything with lace and I'm worried that it will take forever! I like projects that are quick and that uses a worsted or bulky yarn. In the Spring/Summer, it gets so hot here so it's not really feasible for me to make a sweater or else I'd be making sweaters all year round! Anyways, I'm sure that I will probably start a project tonight if not tomorrow. I just love to knit!
5 comments:
Very pretty!
Beautiful top and color. I've been collecting lace yarn, but haven't knitted with it yet. I'm like you...I prefer bulky or worsted as the knitting goes faster. I would think a lace pattern would knit fast.
It's so pretty and girly! You did a really good job. I love the jade color. :-)
How about trying the February Lady Sweater for your next project? It's pretty lacy so it probably won't be too hot if you use cotton. Plus, since so many people have made it, it can't be too impossibly difficult. :-)
Its beautiful as all your knits and crochet are!
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