Proof of progress...

I finally finished my sister's sweater!

All that seed stitch took forever, but it's finally done and, thankfully, fits her without any weird gaps or bunching. The pattern is Roam from Knitty, and I really liked the shaping that's hidden in those long chains of slipped stitches that run up the front (and are on the back, too).

Yarn: Knit Picks Elegance, in Ash
Needles: Nickel Plated Options, US 5
Pattern: Roam, Knitty.com

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Comment by Alison on May 6, 2009 at 11:33am: Yep, I just left it open for my sister - she uses a shawl pin or a brooch to fasten it right under the bust. And you're right, it's funny how much of a difference your yarn choice makes. The final fabric of this cardigan just flows along the body, and it looks great on her.

Comment by julieandcompany on May 6, 2009 at 11:21am: wow, it looks like a completely different pattern. I wouldn't think changing yarn would make a sweater go from fun and funky to beautiful and sophisticated. Great work! I assume you're leaving off the zipper or other closure?

Comment by Designbee on November 21, 2008 at 8:41pm: I agreen with Roxane. I looked back at the pattern and your version in a solid color is so much more interesting. Although the shaping was interesting enough for me to download the pattern, your sweater makes me want to knit it up ASAP! Great job!

Comment by Roxane on June 19, 2008 at 1:29pm: The solid color really shows off the details--reminds me of Adrienne Vittadini. You know, I didn't look twice at that pattern in the space-dyed yarn, even though I'm still in the market for The Perfect Hoodie.

Comment by Patty on June 1, 2008 at 3:21pm: It is fabulous! You get Sister of the Year from me. I agree that it looks nicer in the solid. Great work.

Comment by chavahsdaughter on May 31, 2008 at 3:28pm: Oh my goodness, that sweater is stunning! It looks so different than the one in the Knitty pattern. I just love how elegant a solid colored yarn can make a simple shape look. Beautiful, beautiful work! Congratulations on finishing it.