Lush and Lacy is finished.
Lush and Lacy, by SweaterBabe, and it is knit with Sublime Merino Cashmere Silk DK.
This sweater? A winner.
Modifications? Many.
1. I used a smaller guage yarn, so I knit the largest size on a #7 needle. But even with that, I found this to be a smaller fitting sweater, for me anyway. So, I did more increases for the bustline.
2. I modified the lace insert so that it did not have the two purl stitches as border stitches of the lace panel. Instead, I did stockinette. I didn't want the change in texture. ( I lost my detail photo, so I'll add it later!)
3. The lower gathers are sweet. I love this detail. Here, I changed the transition from the gathering to the lace panel to a 1X1 ribbing instead of the garter stitch. It made for a more consistent style element, as there was also 1X1 ribbing along the bottom and the sleeve edges, and along the front. Additionally, I modified the neck from a garter stitch to the same ribbing that is throughout.
4. I modified the sleeve to give it a larger armhole opening, and then I added some fullness to the top of the sleeve, to give it a bit of poof.
5. No buttons. At some point, I may add one button with a loop closure just under the bust, but I'm not sure yet.
In all, I was concerned that I wouldn't like the sweater. Now that it's finished, I have to say it's one of my favorites. The color, the style. I love it...I've already worn it twice! I actually feel like a Sweater Babe!
Another great knit! You look stunning in it...job well done.
Posted by: Jill | May 20, 2008 at 11:39 AM
It came out beautifully!! I just love it on you.
Posted by: Lisa | May 20, 2008 at 11:46 AM
You look gorgeous in it. Great job!
Posted by: sprite | May 20, 2008 at 12:41 PM
I think definitely no buttons. It's perfect just like it is! I think fit is the hardest part of any sweater and you are obviously an expert.
Posted by: Laura | May 20, 2008 at 01:12 PM
And you look like a sweater babe, too! Awesome result. The color is amazing on you, and I love your mods. I've seen that yarn in a LYS and thought it was beautiful.
Posted by: Amanda | May 20, 2008 at 02:44 PM
So, so, so cute!
Posted by: lynda | May 20, 2008 at 03:20 PM
One of the things that makes you an incredible knitter, is your ability to alter patterns for a custom fit. WOW. This sweater is amazing. I love the sleeves. Are you a math woman?
Posted by: kathy b | May 20, 2008 at 04:42 PM
What a beautiful sweater! And the color looks great on you.
Posted by: Nancy | May 20, 2008 at 05:17 PM
Beautiful, Lynne. It looks so nice on you. Good job!!!!
Posted by: Elizabeth | May 20, 2008 at 06:42 PM
Beautiful sweater! Great knitting.
Posted by: Charlotte | May 20, 2008 at 09:34 PM
That color sure is great. And the modifications. It's great that you can flatter your figure.
Posted by: KM | May 20, 2008 at 10:19 PM
Gasp! It's gorgeous. What a fabulous color on you too. You've definitely convinced me to do my mom's without the buttons I think. I think it looks better that way too.
Posted by: Sharon | May 20, 2008 at 10:29 PM
You always carry off your sweaters with such panache and this is no exception. You look mahvelous, dahling!
Posted by: Dorothy | May 20, 2008 at 11:17 PM
You look absolutely adorable in this one. Perfect in pink.
Congrats on another fabulous completion.
Posted by: Teyani | May 21, 2008 at 12:09 AM
That sweater looks fabulous on you! It's the perfect color and the perfect style. Way to go Lynne!
Posted by: Anita | May 21, 2008 at 12:34 AM
Your version of this design is so much more flattering than the original, in my opinion... this is more sleek and fitted, and looks fantastic on you! Brava, my friend!
Posted by: Karma | May 21, 2008 at 02:00 AM
Lynne, this looks wonderful! Love the color and your modifications make it even better.
Posted by: Estella | May 21, 2008 at 06:12 AM
Wow. It looks stunning. I think the style is so cute and funky and the colour just perfect. I like the lacy panel as well. Well done for remembering your modifications. I'm working on that part.
Posted by: alison | May 21, 2008 at 06:35 AM
I love it!
Posted by: Carole | May 21, 2008 at 06:48 AM
It turned out beautiful! Is this what Chrissy is knitting?
Posted by: Denise | May 21, 2008 at 07:53 AM
Super cute! It looks fantastic on you!
Posted by: Dani | May 21, 2008 at 08:50 AM
Well, I love you in this pink, for starters. I've had my eye on this pattern as well. You did a marvelous job. Perfect for lunch at, say, Niagara-on-the-Lake?
Posted by: Elizabeth | May 21, 2008 at 12:24 PM
It's gorgeous, as always. And to echo Elizabeth above, the pink really looks great on you!
Posted by: Dorothy | May 21, 2008 at 12:45 PM
this looks gorgeous on you Lynne! i love the color and your slightly poofy sleeves. great color on you too!!!
Posted by: e | May 21, 2008 at 12:47 PM
What a beautiful sweater! I love the color :)
Posted by: Terrie | May 21, 2008 at 02:39 PM