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Showing posts with label tanks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tanks. Show all posts
Saturday, August 27, 2011
As for the Soleil . . .
Its done. Sorta.
At least the knitting part is done. Shoulder seams need to be sewn together and ends need to be woven in. Then I've got to crochet a border 'round the neckline and armholes. But the actual knitting part is done--it just ain't completely done.
As for the fit: a preliminary fitting proved successful--as in the tank fits. Yay medium covers my perfectly plump self very well. Only drawback: it's a wee bit shorter than I'd like, but I can live with it. Besides, I'm not sure but the silk-bamboo may stretch with wash 'n wear. Only time will tell.
For now, back to the Navy Bohus.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
A Little R and R
So to soothe my rattled brain and replenish my spirits, I picked up the latest copy of Knit Simple's Spring/Summer edition (now that I know where to find it in town).
There are a few cardigans, but the one below is my fave. I like its swingy design.
It looks like its knit in one piece from the top down, but is in fact worked in pieces. Thankfully I've gotten over my fear of seaming (although it's not my favorite thing to do, but it's better than weaving in ends).
While cardigans are my fave garment to make, I also enjoy making tank tops. I think it's the simple construction and the lack of sleeves; in other words, it's usually a quick project. And this issue has no shortage of tanks. Lots of cute options, including the pretty pink tank on the cover.
The orange item above is actually a dress, but it should be easy to shorten it, thereby making it a tank.
I must say that Knit Simple has tried to improve their website. I noticed they now have additional photos of their projects on their website (the feature is called "Close Up"). The more pictures, the better! Different views can help a knitter decide if a particular item will suit her body type. Also, additional photos can offer a better view of details. My only "complaint" is that it would be helpful to see the clothing item on a real person (but that's asking for too much, isn't it?).
By the way, my crocuses are in full bloom!
Lovin' the wonderful splash of colour amidst the faded, dried-up remains of last year's bounty. How's your weekend?
Cover Showing Ruffle Trim Tank
There are a few cardigans, but the one below is my fave. I like its swingy design.
Swing Cardigan
It looks like its knit in one piece from the top down, but is in fact worked in pieces. Thankfully I've gotten over my fear of seaming (although it's not my favorite thing to do, but it's better than weaving in ends).
While cardigans are my fave garment to make, I also enjoy making tank tops. I think it's the simple construction and the lack of sleeves; in other words, it's usually a quick project. And this issue has no shortage of tanks. Lots of cute options, including the pretty pink tank on the cover.
Lace Rib Shell
Lace Dress
The orange item above is actually a dress, but it should be easy to shorten it, thereby making it a tank.
I must say that Knit Simple has tried to improve their website. I noticed they now have additional photos of their projects on their website (the feature is called "Close Up"). The more pictures, the better! Different views can help a knitter decide if a particular item will suit her body type. Also, additional photos can offer a better view of details. My only "complaint" is that it would be helpful to see the clothing item on a real person (but that's asking for too much, isn't it?).
By the way, my crocuses are in full bloom!
Lovin' the wonderful splash of colour amidst the faded, dried-up remains of last year's bounty. How's your weekend?
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