Because nothing says Summer like wool and cashmere..
The red colour is the point here. It took me a long time, and loads of mistakes, to find a soft warm red colour that is right for me. It had to be warm in a tomato kind of way, but not too orange. Very tricky. But I think I got it right. I intend to wear it with the chocolate brown skirt in the picture. An odd combination, I know, but I like it. I never liked to mix red with black, white or navy - too much contrast for my taste, too 80's I guess.
Spec
Pattern: Based on a template in 1000 Sweaters
Yarn:RYC Cashsoft DK
Started 29 September 2006
Finished 28 May 2007
Necklace to match: Glass nuggets and metal chain
Notes: I have used body 7 from 1000 Sweaters again. It's fitted, and I love how the decreases/increases are placed a quarter towards the middle rather than the sides. The piped edges and scooped neck was added by me. The yarn is already pilling, I guess it's all the proof I need that there really is cashmere in this yarn! I love the colour but am not sure I would use the yarn again.
Anyway, goodbye for now red sweater, see you in October!
17 comments:
Marie, that's lovely. The style looks fabulous on you too. I like red and brown together.
Really great fit! I love the softness of this yarn.
I love red with brown - very sophisticated.
The color you chose is gorgeous. It looks beautiful on you. That's how it always works out for me, I finish the winter things just in time for summer ;)
Very beautiful, I fully understand you quest for the perfect red.
Beautiful sweater!
it's gorgeous, marie, and a perfect fit! i love the neckline/cuff details.
Flott genser, den sitter veldig fint på deg :-)
Gorgeous! Lovely color... something to look forward to cool weather for :)
Marie, the glass nuggets and metal chain necklace is fabulous. You are so talented!
The colour and piping together with the matching necklace make a great look. Clever!
Reds are tricky, and I'm glad you found one that you like. The sweater is just gorgeous; I love the scoop neck and the piped edges.
Wow! it is so flattering on you! beautiful pattern and wonderful neckline. The red is perfect. Enjoy!
wow! more like hot spicy pepper! great top!
Nydelig genser og den satt som støpt. Flott!! KJedet var også spesielt og passet helt fint til! Gratulerer, du er dyktig som alltid!
beeeeautiful red! Perfect fit! and the neckline - fantastic!!!! I'm so impressed!!should we just skip summer, maybe?! ;-)
Lovely, lovely, lovely! I have '1000 Sweaters' and have never used it, but every time I see one of yours I think I should.
At least you'lll have some reason to look forward to autumn!
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