March 17, 2009
Finally, Autumn Rose
And so, finally, Autumn Rose.
This is, officially, my favourite knitted item, ever.
There are not many words, the pictures say it all.
Specs:
Pattern: Autumm Rose by Eunny Jang from Simply Shetland 4: At Tomales Bay
Size: 35" (smallest)
Yarn: KnitPicks Palette (purchased as a kit in the Mineral colourway)
Needles: I had to go down to a 2.75mm (US2) to get the recommended tension. I used KnitPicks Harmony needles.
Modifications: None, knit exactly as the pattern says.
The worst part of it all was weaving in all the ends. I did some as I went, and I'm glad I did, or it may never have been finished!
Now I just need to wait for the weather to get cold enough to wear it!
Comments
Wow!
It's absolutely wonderful. And you look great!
Just beautiful Donna, and it looks great on you. I suspect it was worth weaving in all those ends.
Posted by: Melissa at March 18, 2009 12:05 AMBeautiful, absolutely beautiful. You did a superb job on this sweater, Donna! I can understand why it's your Favorite Sweater Ever!
Posted by: CraftyGryphon at March 18, 2009 12:16 AMBeautiful, as always!
Posted by: Chery at March 18, 2009 12:37 AMAbsolutely beautiful! I love Fair Isle! I have some things kitted up in my stash that I need to cast on. Can't see doing it now that the weather's getting nice now though. Will have to wait til Fall.
Posted by: Jean at March 18, 2009 12:44 AMIt looks fabulous on you!
Posted by: Cathy at March 18, 2009 12:51 AMAbsolutely gorgeous! Wow - great job - it looks wonderful on you.
Posted by: Jeanne at March 18, 2009 01:17 AMTruly lovely. So, what's next?!
Posted by: Sherpa at March 18, 2009 01:37 AMIt's beautiful!
Posted by: monica at March 18, 2009 02:08 AMIt's lovely on you. And how fitting you finished it the week fall rolls into town.
Posted by: sprite at March 18, 2009 03:05 AMThat's incredible! What a gorgeous piece of knitting art. It's nice to know that you followed the pattern exactly and got such a great fit ~ I'd love to try knitting colorwork like this someday :)
Posted by: MrPuffy at March 18, 2009 03:20 AMYou know, my birthday is in September...:)
Posted by: Restless Knitter at March 18, 2009 03:37 AMThe sweater is absolutely gorgeous and the fit seems perfect! Great job. I hope you enjoy the dickens out of it! :)
Posted by: Sus at March 18, 2009 04:12 AMBeautiful!
Posted by: gemma at March 18, 2009 05:44 AMLovely....just lovely! Beautiful knitting!
Posted by: Karen at March 18, 2009 05:50 AMstunning! well done :)
Posted by: happy spider at March 18, 2009 06:49 AMi can see why it's your favourite. A stunning piece.
Posted by: bells at March 18, 2009 07:00 AMThat's just gorgeous! What a fantastic job you did! :)
Posted by: Dawn at March 18, 2009 08:05 AMSuperb! I didnt recognize you in that photo at first. You did such a wonderful job too and I am sure it will be worn and loved for many years to come.
Posted by: sue at March 18, 2009 08:36 AMThat's so pretty! Someday, when I'm not a student, and have more yarn money, I hope to knit a sweater like that.
Posted by: Caroline at March 18, 2009 09:36 AMLOVE IT
it looks fab on too!!!!!!!
It's beautiful and looks great on you!
Posted by: Suzanne at March 18, 2009 10:40 AMAbsolutely, positively gorgeous!!
Posted by: amandaj at March 18, 2009 10:47 AMlike everyone else had said, it is absolutely gorgeous and beautiful!!!!!! i really wish one day i will have the courage and skill to knit something like that!!!
Posted by: Michelle at March 18, 2009 10:49 AMOh wow. Just very - oh wow.
Posted by: Shelley at March 18, 2009 11:35 AMClever chicky, lol ;)
It looks really good on you!
Posted by: Sheridan at March 18, 2009 12:02 PMBeautiful!
Posted by: Lynne at March 18, 2009 03:23 PMstunning! and well worth all the end-weaving!
Posted by: Kylie at March 18, 2009 07:11 PMOh it's so wonderful - I can't believe you knit it on 2.75mm sticks - I'm thinking about knitting a cardi on 2.75mm but I think I might be nuts!! (also, I'd be knitting a much bigger size). Gosh it looks so great, it fits you perfectly!
Posted by: Rose Red at March 18, 2009 08:15 PMLooks alright I suppose. You knitting-savant you.
Posted by: Ailsa at March 18, 2009 09:44 PMWow, you steeked and lived to tell the very happy tale!! Great jumper for the season, very well planned, you look Most Favourite Jumper Happy too.
Posted by: 2paw at March 18, 2009 09:55 PMLovely work! It looks great on you.
Posted by: becky c. at March 18, 2009 10:15 PMIt looks beautiful, just beautiful.
Did Em tell you she wants one yet?
This is not knitting. This is a true work of art. Well done, it's just perfect!
Posted by: Andrea at March 18, 2009 10:57 PMStunning!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Terri at March 18, 2009 11:27 PMFantabulous!!!
Posted by: Carol at March 19, 2009 10:56 AMGorgeous!
Posted by: Janet at March 19, 2009 11:40 AMWow - Autumn Rose is a master piece & you look great in it. Just the thought of sewing in all those ends will stop me from knitting it. Emily looks great with her beret.
Posted by: Ann at March 20, 2009 11:01 AMWow! What a fantastic jumper :-) It looks great but you already know that.
Posted by: lynne s of oz at March 20, 2009 11:42 AMBeautiful!!
Posted by: Samantha at March 20, 2009 11:35 PMBest knitted piece EVER!! hands down!!
Totally deserve the award!! Go Donna!
Posted by: Mira at March 22, 2009 04:27 AM
it looks gorgeous...a fantastically flattering style on you and superb knitting as always.
if you are waiting for cold weather...come on down south!
Posted by: jacqueline at March 17, 2009 11:37 PM