I decided yesterday to make a knit wrap top from Simplicity 4095, a new pattern to me.
I had one of my co-workers take my picture just now as I'm wearing it to work today:
This pattern was super easy. I made no adjustments to it, except for a fix to a boo-boo I made on the neck trim. It really has to be stretched to fit the neckline opening and I didn't really do that, so there was an end that wasn't covered by trim. So I decided to use the coverstitch machine to go around the trim after I sewed it on, and also fold under the other part of the wrap (a few inches) and coverstitch that too so it looked the same. It turned out pretty well despite that little mistake, which I don't think anyone would really notice. I plan to make a few more of these for spring!
As far as the rest of the weekend, I finished my knit cowl dress (2.0) that I started a few weeks ago and I plan to wear that tomorrow, I finished one panel on my sampler afghan and got about 1/3 of the way done with another panel (there are 22 in total, so moving right along!) and finished both sides of the upper body on Vienne (ready to join/separate the sleeves.) Still slacking on Habanero's second sleeve and Tang's neck re-do. I got my chaise lounge for the bedroom, and after some initial concern about the fabric as there were a few dents, it evened out with use and I like it very much. I moved a side table and lamp from another room to accompany it and it looks really good. Also, Japonais was FAB on Saturday - perfect food, wine and service. Loved it! Pics of everything else to come soon!
Ooh, I likey! I have this pattern somewhere; I'll have to dig it out & try it! Cute fabric- it goes good with your hair.
Posted by: Jenny | February 23, 2009 at 10:58 AM
Looks great!
Posted by: Roslyn Hazen | February 23, 2009 at 11:16 AM
So cute! And very flattering.
Posted by: Mary Heather | February 23, 2009 at 11:18 AM
I agree with Mary. It's a very nice staple piece for your wardrobe and it is very flattering.
Posted by: Andrea | February 23, 2009 at 11:59 AM
That is the perfect fabric choice for that pattern. Can't wait to see cowl dress 2.0!
Yes - Bijou would be perfect for the next SKC KAL. That'll be my nomination!
Posted by: Susan - Knitters Delight | February 23, 2009 at 12:53 PM
Oh I really like that top, it is such a good fabric too. Looks great.
Posted by: meg | February 23, 2009 at 04:06 PM
That looks great on you. It's very flattering. Nice color, too. Clever fix on the trim.
Posted by: stefaneener | February 23, 2009 at 05:28 PM
Very cute!
Posted by: adrienne | February 23, 2009 at 06:41 PM
Very cute outfit!!
Posted by: tiennie | February 23, 2009 at 11:49 PM
This is fabulous, Robin! This one is in my stash, and I've been wanting to make this top for a while.
Posted by: Kat | February 24, 2009 at 06:10 AM
Great top!! I really love that print and it look so flattering on you!
Posted by: Zonda | February 25, 2009 at 07:04 AM
I love wrap tops. And now for the important question....what shoes were you wearing?
Posted by: Carol | February 25, 2009 at 03:27 PM
Yes, a very flattering fitting top in a great color!
Posted by: Debby | February 25, 2009 at 03:56 PM
OH I love that top! Very cute on you! I love the fabric too!
Posted by: Michelle | February 25, 2009 at 08:50 PM