Railbird Posted October 30, 2006 Okay, I know this isn't crochet, but now that it is finally completed (took over a year to make), I can devote more time to crochet!!! It is from the book - "The Knitting Experience" and was my first big knitting project! I'm now in search of a crochet sweater pattern to try to make for my DH for Christmas. The first pic shows the close-up of the pattern. He wore it the other night and says he likes it! Pat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jessc031778 Posted October 30, 2006 That's terrific!! I've only attempted a knit sweater for my 2 yr old, and I'm totally impressed that you managed a sweater for an adult!! Congrats!!! Jessie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TamKing Posted October 30, 2006 Very nice! You've done a great job on it and the finishing looks very nicely done, too. So what's your next project going to be?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoBug Posted October 30, 2006 :clap Great job!!! :clap BUT now you gotta pick up your:hook . There are some great sweater patterns in that new BetterHomes and Garden Crochet magazine, if you can find it. Good Luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crocus58 Posted October 30, 2006 Love it - what yarn is it? Doesn't look as bulky as some of my knitted worsted weight sweaters have come out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
caitlinsmom Posted October 30, 2006 Thats a really nice sweater. I've only knitted a hat. Maybe I should try to get better at knitting!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Railbird Posted October 30, 2006 Thank you for all the compliments - the yarn is Lion Brand Wool ease - it definitely isn't bulky, he can wear it under a blazer and not be uncomfortable. As for picking up the hooks again - I never really put them down that's why it took so long to complete it! I'm currently working on Frou Frou from the Happy Hooker book. I'll post when it's done. I'm also looking for a pattern to make DH another CROCHET :hooksweater (hopefully for Christmas this year).... Want something simple - plan on using Caron Simply soft (tan). Any suggestions??? I also crocheted him a sweater a few years ago - it's from the Leisure ARts book "Season of Love, sweaters for the family" the houndstooth pattern. It is also made with LB wool ease. Here's a pic: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christinacoghill Posted October 30, 2006 Wow both of your sweaters look great! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grrlsmom Posted October 30, 2006 I'm impressed! I'm a total novice knitter working on my first sweater for DGS. A real sweater, full-size! Great work! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindan Posted October 31, 2006 I am a crocheter, but also a wanna-be knitter. You did a great job! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
angel Posted November 2, 2006 Great job with the sweater! It looks very nice -- Michelle Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yammy Posted November 2, 2006 Very nice and I am working on a full size knitted sweater off and on as well, I know you put alot of time and effort into it. Great job! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarah Posted November 2, 2006 Wonderful sweaters! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pyogazel Posted November 2, 2006 Fubby, now when I see knitwear I think "I can crochet that!" and when I saw your sweater it made me think of rows of half double crochet with a few rows of back post ones crocheted from side to sdie to achieve vertical striping... I suppose that means I'm obssessed nice job, I can imagine how satisfied you are! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
silverowl Posted November 12, 2006 Hi I am having a problem with understanding the front instructions for frou frou I have posted on the help thread but have not had much response if you can help I would be very grateful. merry meet and merry part, until we merry meet again. Silverowl Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
