Raspy – The Cheater’s Version

Tuesday, 25. October 2005

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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Posted in FOs, Pullovers by winnie

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

  1. October 25th, 2005 at 9:02 pm

    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. October 25th, 2005 at 9:07 pm

    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. October 25th, 2005 at 11:54 pm

    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. October 26th, 2005 at 3:05 am

    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. October 26th, 2005 at 3:40 am

    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. October 26th, 2005 at 4:20 am

    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. October 26th, 2005 at 4:46 am

    cmeknit Says:

    Looks great! Love the new blog look too!

  8. October 26th, 2005 at 4:51 am

    Diana Says:

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

  9. October 26th, 2005 at 4:56 am

    li Says:

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

  10. October 26th, 2005 at 5:31 am

    yahaira Says:

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

  11. October 26th, 2005 at 5:35 am

    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. October 26th, 2005 at 5:38 am

    Kim Says:

    Impressive!And the backstitch solution is, too.

  13. October 26th, 2005 at 5:54 am

    Moni Says:

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

  14. October 26th, 2005 at 6:13 am

    caitlyn Says:

    Raspy looks wonderful on you! Nice job.

  15. October 26th, 2005 at 6:16 am

    eastern white Says:

    wow, beautiful!! looks perfect! love your jeans, too. oh now i so want one…

  16. October 26th, 2005 at 7:35 am

    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. October 26th, 2005 at 9:08 am

    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. October 26th, 2005 at 12:33 pm

    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. October 27th, 2005 at 7:59 am

    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. October 27th, 2005 at 8:29 am

    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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