Raspy - The Cheater’s Version

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Raspy is done done done. And here she is, left view, front view and side view (I had to hold a mug cuz I didn’t know what to do with my hands). Note to self: Wear a black bra next time if I’m going to be using the flash on my camera.Pattern: Raspy, Rowan Denim People (sz Small)
Materials: Den-m-Nit Dark Indigo (13 balls - Diana was right, I did have enough to seam). Sz 4/5 needles for body, 5 for sleeves
Notes: No pattern changes except to lengthen sleeves so they’re 21″ before raglan shaping (25.2″ before shrinkage). I had to throw this in my dryer 3 freakin’ times to get it to shrink to the desired size. That was a bitch in itself. This is where I explain why I call it the “cheater’s version“. You see, after the waist decreases, the pattern asks you to start increasing for the bust - which I apparently don’t have. After seaming the sucker, I ended up with a very roomy bust. What’a a girl to do? I don’t have the heart to rip and knit again (esp. since I already shrunk it), so here’s where I cheated. I BACKSTITCHED. That’s right, y’all. I have no shame - and no craftsmanship for that matter. And here’s proof.
It’s impossible to photograph dark indigo, therefore you get the overexposed shots above. But I did manage to get one where I processed like mad in photoshop to show you the details up front. It’s a little dark, but you get the drift.
I’d like to thank Diana, Jade and Michelle for offering their leftover denim yarn when I panicked previously that I was going to have no yarn to seam. Even though I did not need that extra few yards in the end, their assurance to send me that extra ball helped me finish this sweater. It’s no where near perfect - in fact, truly flawed, but I will wear it with grace. Fact is, if I hadn’t mentioned it, no one would ever know right? Say yes.

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20 Responses to “Raspy - The Cheater’s Version”

  1. goodkarma Says:

    It looks so cute on you! The fit is right on. Is this a magical pattern? The few I’ve seen in blogland have been *perfect*.

  2. Angela Says:

    It looks great! Have no shame in your backstitch girl. Do what you gotta do. Now I really want to make one. Can I blame it on you? ;)

  3. kris Says:

    wahey! looking good, girl!

    now please stop finishing sweaters at the speed of light. i’m getting depressed.

    any sign of my package yet, btw?

  4. adele Says:

    Wow, it looks great. I love it.

    Makes me want to get mine out again. My first attempt gave me something that resembled a dress!

  5. Stacey Says:

    This is on my ‘to do’ list - have the yarn and everything. I’m “endowed” like you are, so maybe I’ll omit the increases all together! (did you think you needed them at all?)

  6. Jade Says:

    Maybe you can get a push-up bra to help your boobs ‘grow’ faster. =P Just kidding. It looks wonderful on you. And yes, stop finishing sweater this fast. I am still struggling with Bella, you will receive an email from me soon about the lace part.

  7. cmeknit Says:

    Looks great! Love the new blog look too!

  8. Diana Says:

    Raspy looks so good on you! Love that dark indigo.

  9. li Says:

    Haha like the mug. Raspy looks great - love how you improvised. Cheaters win.

  10. yahaira Says:

    Sometimes you just have to sew the crap out of your knits. Looks great, fits you beautifully.

  11. marirob Says:

    I love Raspy! It looks great on you. And hey, it’s not cheating, you’re being a smart knitter! I’m sure you’ll get lots of wear out of it.

  12. Kim Says:

    Impressive!

    And the backstitch solution is, too.

  13. Moni Says:

    oh my gosh! you are a fast knitter! I love it on you!

  14. caitlyn Says:

    Raspy looks wonderful on you! Nice job.

  15. eastern white Says:

    wow, beautiful!! looks perfect! love your jeans, too.

    oh now i so want one…

  16. Kim Says:

    Love this so much. And the idea to backstitch?…I would have been right there with ya.

    I so love this sweater?!

    Kim

  17. Purly Whites Says:

    I feel for you. I’m also sufficiently boobless. Isn’t it a bitch?

    But raspy looks fab and I am totally impressed with your backstitching.

  18. keohinani Says:

    dang, girl! you sure know how to work a camera! everything you knit and model looks incredible.

    great job on Raspy! i get so distracted from what i’m working on because the stuff you knit turns out so nice; project ADD, i tell you!

    anyways, keep up the great work :)

  19. Michelle Says:

    Hey, that’s not cheating! That’s just bossing your knitting around and making it bend to your will!!

    Beautiful job! I’ll be seaming mine soon!

  20. Steph Says:

    Looks great! There’s nothing wrong combining knitting with sewing…it’s not cheating, it’s being truly creative!

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