My First Cardigan: Tah Dah!!!

This is a big Tah Dah for me.  My first cardigan is finished! Yay! I actually like it.  Being able to make it “custom fit” is awesome.  I made mine long and with short sleeves.  I haven’t added the button yet because I’m not sure I want too. I wouldn’t wear it with the button closed anyway so why add it?  Also, I’m not sure where I want to put the button. At the top neckline or lower across my chest?  I think I will leave it off for now.

The trim is my own. I did a single crochet down the sides and around the neck.  Then I did a double crochet skipping one sc around the neck. Then two rows of sc to finish it off!

I’m very pleased with how it turned out. I like the color and yes “I love this yarn” yarn is very nice.  I can’t believe I made this sweater for $7.50. That’s amazing. Will I make it again? You betcha!

I have a feeling I will wear this to work a lot!

Finishing projects on Sundays is no fun. I have to wait until Friday for Finished Object Fridays! J
Someone needs a “Finished over the weekend” Link Party! Maybe I will do that…need a catchier name though…any ideas? Post your thoughts or ideas in the comments! Who knows? It could be a fun way to start the week…

Okay, now for the stats:

Yarn: 3 skeins of I Love This Yarn Super Soft Sport Weight

Color: Ivory

Hook:  “J”

Pattern: Chevron Lace Cardigan

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Crochet Cardigan Progress: WIP Wednesday

Here it is! I am making progress on my cardigan.  I am starting to get a rhythm with it so it won't be long now until I have a finished project.  I tried it on the other night and I love it.  I can't wait to wear it.  I think I chose the right pattern for my first clothing item.  It is pretty easy.

It does't look like I've done much but remember I had to frog it back to the sleeves because it was too tight around my arms so...Ive done quite a bit.  

Don't forget to visit Tami Ami's WIP and see what the others are working on!






Happy Crocheting!

Progress on my Cardigan

So far the Cardigan pattern is a dream. Super easy and I'm making great progress. I am getting excited to wear this someday.

Here is the pattern for the Chevron Lace Cardigan

Cute isn't it? I really do love the yarn from Hobby Lobby and the color.

There is just one little problem...too small! Ugggghhh! So I will be frogging it back to before the sides begin.

Oh well...

it is a really cool pattern though so...

I will have another update next week. Have a great weekend!

Happy Crocheting!!

Making My First Cardigan?!

I am so excited! That's right...I'm going to bite the bullet and make a cardigan for me!  I know...I'm crocheting something to wear...something fashionable, (I hope). 

 So, I picked out a pattern that is very popular on Ravelry and is "Easy" and...has no seams...and...is cute!

Chevron Lace Cardigan

by milobo

Isn't this the cutest sweater you ever saw?




I just hope I can make the right size and of course the right color and the right yarn! Well, for starters it calls for a "J" hook. Now that I can handle. I have a couple of "J" hooks so I think I'm ready!

Oh yes, the yarn choice. Well, I have this beautiful yarn I bought in Colorado on vacation last Summer. Cascade Yarns Hertage Silk in Vino..




I'm not sure the fingering weight will work since this is calling for a DK. So, we will see. I'm just gonna do it. Wish me luck and I will keep you updated as often as I can.