I finished weaving in the ends/grafting the armholes on Snow White today and got Jim to do a mini photo-shoot before we went out for lunch. I just have to say, this knit looks so long and narrow when it's not being worn, but when I put it on, I felt amazing. I don't have any other knits that make me feel this, well, SEXY when I put it on. Part of it could be that padded strapless bra, though. I usually don't wear padded bras as I like a more natural look, but my only strapless one (which was necessary with this neckline) is one of those VS crazy padded numbers. Anyhoo... feeling a bit like Olivia Newton-John in Grease in the "post-makeover, bad girl" phase, with the hair done out to match, or maybe one of those 50's pin up gals, here I am:
and here's a picture I took of myself in the mirror while I was waiting for Jim to get up and be my photographer - I am just so HAPPY with this thing!
And all the vital stats:
Pattern: Snow White by Ysolda Teague (thank you, Ysolda!)
Size: 32
Yarn: Brooks Farm Riata
Mods: only to the length of the sleeves and body.
Did I mention this one won't be worn to work? It's kind of nice to have made a top that's clearly for my personal life, that can't really multitask to be work appropriate....
Love the neck line, although I would never be comfortable wearing a strapless bra (I just can't keep them up!), it looks great on you :)
Posted by: Denise | January 25, 2009 at 04:41 PM
That's very nice! I love the fit of it ---- great job!
Posted by: Annie | January 25, 2009 at 04:55 PM
Very cute!
Posted by: Emilee | January 25, 2009 at 05:22 PM
Very sexy, indeed! I am sure Jim is loving it! I am sooo itching to cast on for mine!
Posted by: Lara | January 25, 2009 at 06:21 PM
Va-va-va-voom! I'll bet this is now Jim's favorite sweater as well. LOL It really did turn out great. You look amazing in it!
Posted by: Kerry | January 25, 2009 at 07:30 PM
It looks great! I had thought about knitting this one, but I was afraid the neckline would be either too low or too wide or both. I'm glad for your info about needing the strapless bra -- I figured I would probably need some non-standard undergarment in order to wear it.
Posted by: bettyc | January 25, 2009 at 07:45 PM
What a lovely sweater, and that color is awesome. You wear it well, woman!
Posted by: Kat | January 25, 2009 at 07:53 PM
That is really cute! I love the neckline.
Posted by: Katie J | January 25, 2009 at 08:31 PM
That's a GREAT fit....glad you're happy, you should be!
Posted by: Shannon O. | January 25, 2009 at 08:50 PM
Wow! That looks great on you! Gorgeous and I couldn't fit you any better!!!!
Posted by: Michelle | January 25, 2009 at 09:25 PM
You made an excellent version. Looks great on you!
Posted by: Fernanda (fmlcrochet) | January 26, 2009 at 06:30 AM
That neckline is stunning. Terrific job.
Posted by: Kim | January 26, 2009 at 07:23 AM
The neckline is so beautiful on that sweater and the whole thing looks really good on you!
Posted by: Stephanie | January 26, 2009 at 09:11 AM
Looking GOOD there lady!!!That's a KEEPER
Posted by: Jeanine | January 26, 2009 at 10:16 AM
It looks great on you! Love the color.
Posted by: Heather R | January 26, 2009 at 10:19 AM
You are bringing the sexy sexy out with this one for sure! It looks great on you!
Posted by: Susan - Knitters Delight | January 26, 2009 at 11:44 AM
Ooh, la, la! Very sexy!
Posted by: Jenny | January 26, 2009 at 11:45 AM
Ohhh I love the neckline!!!
Posted by: adrienne | January 26, 2009 at 12:10 PM
It looks great! The neckline is awesome...the girls definitely look, um, perky! lol!
Posted by: Arizona | January 26, 2009 at 02:03 PM
So cute! I really like that sweater and the yarn you chose for it. Really cute!
Posted by: Monica | January 26, 2009 at 03:57 PM
Oh wow. Hell yes you look sexy in that! And now, I feel sorta creepy for saying that. But you understand. ;)
Posted by: turtlegirl76 | January 26, 2009 at 04:35 PM
You look great in Snow White and the colour really suits you. The neckline reminds me of something Marilyn Monroe might have worn. It's a Wow for sure.
Posted by: Rita | January 26, 2009 at 07:06 PM
Very nice indeed ... it is great to have something you just feel terrific in!
Posted by: LizKnits | January 26, 2009 at 08:04 PM
Well, honey, you are looking better that pin-up girls! You are glowing!
Posted by: sandra | January 27, 2009 at 05:42 AM
What an awesome sweater! Definitely one to keep for Jim...I know what you mean about wanting to keep some knits just for you and your personal life. It looks amazing on you.
Posted by: Debby | January 27, 2009 at 10:01 AM
It's fantastic! So glad that you feel so good in it. :)
Posted by: tiennie | January 27, 2009 at 09:57 PM
That is Great. I think Ijsut may have to add this to my queue...runs off to add....
Posted by: Carol | January 28, 2009 at 10:32 AM
That turned out great--and it is another great color for you. It is nice to have a few things that you really like and aren't "work clothes".
Posted by: marjorie | January 28, 2009 at 07:41 PM