Pattern: Gathered Pullover, Interweave Knits, Winter 07/08
Size: XS (32.5″)
Yarn: Brown Sheep Naturespun Sport in Deep Sea, 4 – 5 skeins
Notes: It was finished for Christmas! Here you see me on Christmas morning, after many a Christmas Eve mass and on my way to the final Christmas mass. My only modification was to knit the body 1/2″ longer than called for in the pattern. I am pretty short waisted, so if you are long waisted I would consider adding even more length. I find that the rolling hems are not bothersome at all, especially on the sleeves. I did wet block everything, and that really stopped the incredible curling. The yarn was nice, but not terribly soft, and I’m not sure it will wear really well. It did soften up after I washed it with lots of conditioner. I found the arms to be very small for the armholes, but I made it work… be prepared for lots of pinning in place! This was my first time sewing arms in that were already knit in the round, and I really did not like it at all. I definitely prefer sewing in my sleeves flat! In spite of that, the seams really look pretty nice. I picked up less stitches for the neckline than called for (I used the 3/4 rule for the sides, and 1 for every stitch in the back) but it seems to have worked out just fine. The color here isn’t totally accurate. The actual color may be a tad more green, but it looks close on my monitor. I love the color.
I found the pattern to be error free, if a bit tedious because of all the stockinette. Be aware that the sleeves on the XS size are pretty small. This is 1″ of negative ease on me, and it fits exactly the way I would like it to. If you’re interested in this pattern I do recommend it – make sure to go with a sport weight yarn, in spite of the gauge, because the loose gauge really makes the top nice and drapey, and lightweight yet warm.
I hope everyone had a lovely holiday. I am finally free of the stress of the Christmas season, and finally get to enjoy a little bit of time off.
Green apples - Stitchywitch Creates 
Looks great on you! Great job.
Another great job! I love how it has turned out – and the length that you added looks good as well. Thanks for the tip 🙂
I really wanted ask you about the crochet little green capelet and light blue scarf pics that you posted on flickr – are they from the Japanese knitting books that you purchased not too long ago?
They look so pretty!
Hope you had a fantastic Christmas!!
You always do a wonderful job on your knits, and really trust your instincts!
I love how your sweater turned out! And just in time for Christmas too! Great job and thanks for all the helpful tips on creating this one, it’s definitely in my queue.
It is really beautiful…I agree, I love the color you chose and the drape. I would love to make one of these eventually.
Looks great! Beautiful color!
Lovely job! That sweater is officially on my queue now!!
Beautiful! The color is lovely on you.
Love the color, and it’s a great fit!
This came out great. I really want to make this pattern and every version I see is better than the last. I love your color.
I’m a lurker, but I had to pop up and say that sweater is lovely on you! I’m going to have to make the pattern as well. I’ve been thinking about it since I first saw it, and seeing yours is the deciding factor. Thanks for that!
It looks fantastic! I was wondering about the curling hem…. It’s in my ravelry queue, and seeing your mods will really help out! Thanks!