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The fix for the Gradient Sweater, that is.

At least I think it is.

I’ve done a lot of thinking about it, and am fairly certain that what I need is some bust shaping
(And maybe some waist shaping,, but I’m going to wait on that one because it might involve sewing.)

I’ve never done short-row bust shaping on a sweater before, probably because most things I make aren’t very close-fitting, but this is roughly what I’m envisioning.

The extra rows will being the color change down a bit, and the wedge-shape of the insert should help with how the sweater hangs in the front.

In order to make this happen, I’m going to have to open it up.
Sweater surgery.
I’ll snip a yarn near the underarm and unravel a row, work the short rows, and then graft it back together with the stitches on the top side of the incision.

Easy, right?

Maybe, but I’m not quite ready to jump into it yet,, so I’m engaged in some distraction knitting for the moment-

finishing socks:

and starting slippers:

And if anyone has experience with this kind of sweater mod, I’d really appreciate your suggestions!

Just saw this photo online and had to share-
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/expat/expatpicturegalleries/7719516/Britains-weirdest-days-out.html?image=12

Gotta love those crazy Brits 🙂

It was a beautiful weekend- complete with sunshine, fencing, and visiting my little woolly mariners!
I was glad to get the chance to go back and get some more photos of the guys-

Edgar:

Chone:

Edgar and Griff:

Also, I’m pleased to announce completion of The Gradient Sweater:

and from the back:

and on me:

That’s the only half-way decent photo we could get of it on me.
Guess I’m photogenically challenged today,,, and though I’m really pleased with how the sweater fits,, I’m kind of concerned about the color change right at the bustline.
Not especially flattering.
Any creative suggestions (that don’t involve reknitting half the garment)?

Many thanks to Donna for the award!

Life is good for many reasons- and here are three new ones!

Meet my new little guys-

Edgar:

Griff:

and Chone (pictured here with his mama):

(Anyone pick up on the naming convention yet?)

And so, onward to the questions!

1. What would your prefect day consist of?

Hanging out at home, working in the garden, spinning and hanging with The Man and our critters.

2. How would you describe yourself if you were an item of clothing?

I’d be a wool sweater, of course. Pullover, shades of natural gray or brown, maybe some cabling, with a turtleneck for extra toastiness.

3. What hobbies are you currently working on?

Spinning, knitting, gardening, etc, etc.

4. Walking in the woods in wellies or bare foot on the beach?

Definitely the woods. I’m not much of a beach person.

5. Have you ever hugged or sang to a tree?

No, but have been known to talk to them. ‘Specially my fruit trees.

6. Growing your own veggies or nipping to the supermarket.

Growing our own.

7. Have you found anyone exciting in your family tree?

Not sure. I’m sure there are some real characters up in the branches,, but probably noone famous (or infamous!)

8. Slap up meal in a posh restaurant or fish ‘n’ chips from the wrapper

Either, depending on the circumstance- but please don’t make me get dressed up!

9. Which element do you most resonate with, Earth, Air, Fire or water?

Earth

10. Do you believe in fairies?

No, but I do believe in gnomes. Love the gnomes.

I’m gonna keep this award going and pass it and the questions on to:

Michelle of Boulderneigh

Jody, aka “Gypsyspinner”

CrazySheepLady of Punkin’s Patch