I have finished my Gemini, although not in time for the end of the Ravellenic Games. But it is now complete and I am certainly happy with how it came out.
The pattern is Gemini by Jane Richmond, published in Knitty Spring + Summer 2012. I've struggled with Knitty patterns in the past, but this one was very clearly written and a simple knit (I might even suggest it to advanced beginners). I knitted this one in size Small, and like the relaxed fit of that size combined with the drape of the yarn. I did have to play with the gauge a bit to get it to work though (go me for doing a test swatch!).
The yarn used was one of my all time favorites: Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy (41% Cotton, 34% Hemp, 25% Rayon. DK weight), it just seemed like such a natural yarn choice for this project. I definitely think it was a good match of yarn to pattern. The one thing about Hempathy is that it often feels a little rough after knit up and needs a couple of washes to soften up, it takes a little extra love, but the resulting fabric wears really well, especially for a top (I know this from my experience with my Buttercup).
I think that I will be wearing this one to the farmer's market this weekend to celebrate the end of Summer and start of Fall!
Okay, you through me for a loop with flow cytometry output - I thought, am I supposed to know what that is?!? And I thank Google for reassuring me that it is perfectly acceptable for me to have no idea what that is!!!
ReplyDeleteI do know a really lovely sweater/top when I see one though! This is really terrific and I imagine that the fabric will end up being great too. Your color (my latest passion) is perfect for fall - reminds me of Paprika!! Wear it well and enjoy!!
Wonderful top, that turned out so well and fits you perfectly, another triumph. Whats next?
ReplyDeleteYour top is lovely and really does fit perfectly. Enjoy your outing and all the compliments you'll receive.
ReplyDeleteOh yay! Such a great color. I really do need to make more tops! So many cute patterns, so little time! I love that you are able to complete tops so fast :)
ReplyDeleteYou are such a fast knitter to get that finished already. I love It and you pick the best colors!
ReplyDeleteThat looks fantastic. Love the color.
ReplyDeleteLovely! The color is perfect for this top. I have the pattern on my queue; I'm itching to cast on after seeing who well your Gemini turned out. Have a great week. Don't worry too much about the outputs. Yeah, I'm clueless on the subject.
ReplyDeleteI'm happy to hear that Hempathy softens up. I've wanted to try it, but was worried it would remain stiff.
ReplyDeleteAnd that top looks really cute on you.
Oh my gosh it turned out so cute! I may have to give that pattern a look as my first sweater. Thank you also for all the sweet comments on my blog. It really helps hearing advice from someone who has been through the whole new college thing. I can't wait to see what beautiful thing you do next!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful!! It looks so cool, yet cozy, and I totally love the color you chose. :) And it looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the Hempathy softens up with washing. It sounds like a fun yarn to work with!
Oh my goodness, that's adorable! I love the color you chose, too-- it's so perfect for autumn. I'm glad to hear Hempathy wears well-- it's so frustrating to spend a lot of time knitting something only to have it pill or fall apart. I love the open work at the top of the sweater!
ReplyDeletexo Julie
♥Julie Rose Sews♥
love it. looks great on you too!!
ReplyDeleteThat is gorgeous and fits beautifully! Can't go wrong with Hempathy
ReplyDeleteWonderful new top and in such a pretty & interesting yarn. You must post this in our Jump for Fall KAL challenge...please?!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous, I really love how this knitted up. Please make sure to make time for knitting so school doesn't drive you crazy! :]
ReplyDeleteAwesome job!!!!!!!!!!!! Love the color with jeans! How can it be the end of summer already.......went by to fast...but I love Fall as well. Fall, Farmers Markets and your new sweater are a perfect combo!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out great ! ! !
ReplyDeleteLove the color and it's a great fit ! ! !
Love that it can be worn either with the openwork in the front or with the solid knit in the front.
Congrats on a terrific finish!
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Oh I love Gemini - it really looks wonderful and suits you perfectly. The colour goes great with your hair and I love the collar!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy wearing it!
Wow, this looks great on you, what a perfect fit!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks lovely. And thank you for reading my sparse posts these past few days XD
ReplyDeleteLovely!! Though it reminds me that I have a naughty Gemini sitting in the basket waiting to be frogged. Yay for test swatching, it turned out beautifully!
ReplyDeleteYeah! It's done! I love it on you. You are a skinny Minnie as the gal at my OB/GYN would say. The color is so perfect for Fall! You must take a pic of you wearin' it while strollin' about the market.
ReplyDeleteAh, this is so pretty! So fall-like too!
ReplyDeleteHi Sweetie! That looks fantastic. You know that tobacco color is my favorite - very appropriate for your new home in a tobacco-growing region.
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Mummy
It looks beautiful! I love the color and it looks very good and feminine on you!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous Ivy! The color is just perfect.
ReplyDeleteI have been eyeing that pattern for awhile, it's so neat the way it turns out so you can wear it whatever way you want. I think you chose a great yarn for it, love the drape!
ReplyDeleteIt's so beautiful! I love Hempathy too. That color is fantastic on you! Good luck with school, but you're right, don't forget about your knitting (though look who's talking, eh ;])!
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