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july 24, 2008

more bright, more fun!


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Wee one's bright, bright placket neck sweater dress is taking shape. The neckline ended up a little high, so I'll go back, rip a few rows, and reknit that contrast edging, lowering it about an inch. And I've still got to seam the arms and close up the placket (which I've put in the back). But I can see how it's gonna look and I like it. I actually like it. Funny how I was unsure about one variegated yarn, but adding a second one made it all okay. In fact, I love the way the lighter color pooled in the bodice area. And the sleeves practically look like argyle! It's crazy. But then again, so's my little girl.

posted by alison at 10:19 am | in placket neck sweaters
Comments

I have a feeling your Wee Lass will totally rock haute coture.

If nothing, having an outfit that stand out in the crowd is important when you're out in the, um, crowd. I had special neon t-shirts for my kids when we hit large events. I couldn't lose them (not that I tried-too hard).

Posted by: Liz Andrsn at July 24, 2008 10:47 AM

I love it! She should have white go-go boots to wear with it, I think.

Posted by: Mandy at July 24, 2008 10:53 AM

That is so sweet (like cool sweet)! I'm amazed. I'm generally also not a big fan of crazy multis, but this looks great! You give me inspiration to try out some of that "scary" yarn...!

Posted by: ruth at July 25, 2008 8:38 AM

yes! go-go boots!! ooo and a little puffy white beret, too!

you definitely made it work!

Posted by: rebecca at July 25, 2008 4:29 PM




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