All in all, I'm pretty pleased with how it turned out - it was a perfect fit as I used an existing sweater as a template. The only finishing to do once I'd completed the pattern was to graft the underarm stitches together using kitchener stitch (and darn in loose ends of course). This is a technique I'm well used to during my sock knitting so it stood me in good stead - I still follow written instructions for it though! It gives a lovely neat finish and it worked well - no lumpy, bulky underarm seams.
Love that this style of sweater is done entirely in the round and in one piece - I'd definitely make another one :)
If you're thinking of making a lopapeysa, I'd definitely recommend giving it a go - they're great fun and quite straightforward (you might need good arm and shoulder muscles though - they become quite heavy by the time you reach the neck shaping!)
See you soon!
Alison x
7 comments:
It looks amazing, well done!
So pretty !!
WOW!!!! really good job Ali!!!! congratulations, xxxxxx Ale
Oh my goodness, Alison, this is absolutely gorgeous! Congratulations, this is no 'amateur stuff'! :)
Looks great Alison, hope its not worn too many days at the moment or are your 'Summers' that cold on Lewis? x
Oh its a beauty! Weather here has been pretty wintery too but the sun graced good old Aberdeenshire with a visit today... going to have a look at that sweater pattern. Although as I've yet to master in the round knitting it may be a while before I start it haha. Thanks for the inspiration x
Wow, it looks amazing Alison, you are such a clever thing......I imagine it will get plenty of wear in your climate.
Have a great weekend....xx
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