March 09, 2005
Go wit' the Flo
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Project Specs:
Pattern: Rowan 30 Flo
Suggested Yarn/Used: Rowan Wool Cotton in Gazelle (original in Tulip)
Needle Size: bamboo straight US 2's and 3's
Gauge: 22sts/4" in St st
I really like how the collar falls when it is open. I definitely see myself knitting another as its a nice basic "kick around town all the time" cardi. I really need more cardi's and this is great weight. This is my first sweater using US 3's and I have to say that I'm in love with the drape of it. Just can't get this on big needles(though big needles have a plus side as well). Lookin' forward to knits with a similar type of feel. I'm hoping that Strike from Rowan 27 using some Rowan Wool Cotton in Spark knits up the same way. I'm seeing a trend forming wit' the orange. Now I'm wishing I had enough Spark for another cardi. Hmmm, how many skeins did Flo take again? If I don't have enough, maybe an accent color for the seed stitch is in order.
Could've, would've, should've...and did
I could've knit it one size bigger to accommodate some layers, but now that is supposed to be warming up I'm not going to worry about it. Maybe on the next one. And I wish I would've been a bit more careful in eliminating all of the edge stitches that I added on all pieces. It threw off a few numbers when working out the collar and the seed stitch pattern, but nothing too major. It would have made it easier to just get rid of them before picking up on that neckline. I usually get rid of them before I bind of, but I left everything live on this one and forgot that they were there until I did a stitch count on the collar. Just ripped back a bit and it was "all good". End stitches are such a habit at this point that I forget them all the time. When I work on Rebecca patterns (which usually include end stitches in the pattern), I almost always throw off the stitches if I don't remember they are already included. And I should've blocked Flo 'cause the girl does deserve a decent blockin'. Note to self: There is really no point in blocking after you complete the pieces if you are going to ball them up and put them in a bag for months on end.
But for the most part Flo's a keeper 'cause I did really enjoy wearing her when I took her out to test drive those buttons. Boy, I just love cardis. Gotta knit more of them.
Posted by froggy at March 9, 2005 05:22 AM
Hey: that's really nice. The colour looks great on you. I think it's a case of with the right yarn, in the right colour, even a plain item can look really special.
Kudos, Froggy!
Hey Froggy!
Love the cardi...it fits you perfectly and a great Spring color. Orange sounds beautiful too!
I love the colour and the edging.
looks great froggy - something i am sure you will wear for a long time
Looks great Froggy. Nice oclour.
I'm with you that cardies are the best.
Hello Miss Froggy :) Cardigans are the ultimate live-in knit, in my opinion... I use them all of the time in every season. Yours is perfect for the spring that our area will hopefully see very soon! I love the versatility of it: simple and can be dressed up or dressed down depending on the occasion!
Hope all is well :)
i agree, cardis are great! flo is beautiful, congrats! i really must try me some of that wool cotton, it looks lovely.
What a great sweater!! I am terribly impressed. I can't imagine knitting a sweater for myself on 2's and 3's. I am far too impatient for that right now :-)
THAT IS AWESOME! How much do I love those buttonbands? Wear Flo proudly!
The sweater looks wonderful! Classic styles like that can be worn forever. Great job.
It looks great!!! Love the color :-)
Fantastic knitting Froggy ! It looks great on you.Will look fab with a little top for *Spring* !
Why's everyone shouting in your comments ? ;0)
That really looks great! Those are my ultimate favorite sweaters, basics with some nice details to make them special. And of course, cardis rock. Great job!
Hey, hot damn, that is pretty much the idea I had in mind for my koigu cardi....and it sounds like it's the same gauge maybe? In which case, I wouldn't have to search high and low for a pattern or make one up myself. Very cool, this!
I'M NOT SURE WHY EVERYONE IS SHOUTING IN THEIR COMMENTS, BUT MAYBE IT'S CAUSE FLO LOOKS GREAT!!!!
;-)
It's great, beautifully finished.
It looks lovely. The fit and the finishing look great. Cardigans are so versatile - here's hoping you get some spring weather to wear it!
Oooh La La, Froggy! A cardi on 3's - that is a great idea! Small needles are the best. The raglan sleeves are fantastic.
Looks great. It's a really nice length on you and I love the buttonband and cuffs. Very nice!
Such a pretty cardi! Thanks for sharing your adventures in knitting this gorgeous piece!
I get an extremely spring-like feeling from that sweater. I nominate Flo to be my crocus.
Perfect spring-time cardi! Spring will come...
Looks terrific! The fit is wonderful - lovely knitting. You will ADORE the Wool Cotton! Have you used it before? I just love that yarn. I need a cardi. Haven't made one yet (for myself) and they're really all I'd wear. Thanks for sharing. Wonderful cardi.
Woot! What a great cardi! And you're right, it _is_ supposed to be warming up around here, one of these days - and it looks like Flo will be just the thing when spring hits! Loved your orange lace, BTW!
Someday it will be warm enough with out the layers. Someday soon, I hope.
Looks great!
Color, edging, fit - yup, all are excellent. 3's, did you say? Yike!
That is one great cardi, girl! The fit looks perfect, and the color is beautiful. I've never knit with Wool Cotton, but it looks luscious!
FANTASTIC JOB my friend. Fits you like a glove....
Beautiful. Love the color. I agree with you, I also need more cardi's. Gonna need to get that pattern. I love it, it has such a casual feel to it.
Great job!!!!
Thank you very much for your congrats on my blog !
My eyes are wide open visiting yours, your knitting is so beautiful ! I do love Flo and your lace is wonderful. And your little girl is so adorable while cuddling her bunny !
(I hope my English isn't too bad !)
Oh, I love it! The color is yummy. The perfect mix of "not boring" but "can go with anything." Congrats on a great FO. You're an inspiration!
fabbi cardi. congrats on another job will done!
I think Flo looks much better on you than the model!
Love the colour!
that cardi is just looking great! dont worry about making it a size bigger, its a perfect spring color anyways, and youre right, you wont be doing layering for much longer!!!!!
Very pretty and it is such a classic that you can wear it anytime anywhere.
Great cardi, Froggy! That would look cute with a cami underneath, and a skirt. Or with a t-shirt and pj's. The perfect all-around sweater.
Adorable! The patience involved to knit a full sweater on 2s and 3s... I love all of the edgings.
Wow! that turned out really good!
Hi Froggy,
Congrats on your completion of Flo. It looks/fits great on you! I too love cardi's ~ they're so versatile. So what's next on your list? Take care, and hope to see you soon:0)
Donna
Flo looks gorgeous - I love wool cotton, so lovely and soft! Pretty colour on you!
ooh we almost have the right weather for flo! She's lookin good! I love the edging. It's simple and chic.
Plus who doesnt love purple in spring...
another wonderful project! it looks great on you.
Beautiful cardigan! I can't wait to see the orange one.
Thanks for the model shot - looks great - I'm sure you'll get heaps of wear out of her (and lots more compliments!)
Pretty cardie, makes me thing of spring!
First time here. You have a nice blog and nice projects. Thanks for the pics!
flo looks wonderful! I really love that color.
Hi ! I love the purple cardigan ! It liooks great on you !
Congrats on another fantastic project- it looks great!
What a beautiful cardigan! And knit on 2 & 3's no less...wow! That would have taken me years! ;)
Merci de ton commentaire sur mon blog !
Je viens de parcourir le tien et je dois dire que tu fais des merveilles !
Amicalement,
Yay...for cardis. I just LOVE them too. Flo looks fabulous and fits perfecty. Great job Froggy!
I really like Strike also. I'm a hooded kind of a gal! I may have to do that one for spring.
Take care! ;-)
Froggy, it's just gorgeous! I love the color and what a lovely pattern. I might have to put this on my lst of must knits!
The color is absolutely beautiful and the cardigan is lovely. Impressive, as usual!
Flo's beautiful! Looks like a great cardi for cool spring and summer evenings. Might have to put that one on my list. I( agree, finer gauge knits do seem to have such great drape. Of course, it can take forever and a day to finish them...
Ooohhhhh, I love it ! Flo suits you perfectly and I agree with you about cardis : need more.
Wonderful Flo! One would never know it wasn't blocked already. This is the kind of great little sweater (cardi) you wear all the time and you can't have too many! Enjoy!
BTW, I love end (selvage) stitches--they've made a great difference in the finished appearance of my knits.
OMGOSH - that sweater is wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!
I do like Flo on you. What are end stitches ? I figure they are the same as a making selvege edge ?
Flo is beautiful! She suits you so well. And I'm also on the cardigans are the perfect sweater bandwagon -- go cardigans!
Me too, I want one! Oh so nice.
Wow, Flo certainly looks wonderful on you! Can't believe I missed this for so long. The colour is beautiful and I love boxy cardis. And I have to say yours looks so much better than the one in the mag :-)
Froggy - I just love the sweater, the color, the fit, the fine example of expert knitting (beautiful stitches!), the buttons the model and the amazing creator! Wear it well.
wow, this looks awesome!!!! nicely done!
:)
Lovely, elegant cardi! Looks fantastic on - the dusky lilac is so pretty, too. Lilacs - oh, now I'm longing for spring again *sigh* (lol)
Great cardi! Lilac must be the "in" color; I just had one done up too!
I LOVE this. I'm getting into finer gauge stuff now - so classic and elegant, even when casual.
Great knitting and finishing.
I'm a bit behind, but wanted to chime in my with my praise for this gorgeous sweater. Your knitting and finishing is flawless. Don't you just love Rowan Wool and Cotton yarn? It is one of my favs. Congratulations on such lovely work!
I love Flo! It looks so pretty and comfy on you and the color is perfect.
