I finished the body of Serrano and blocked it. I used my new blocking wires for the first time – they really came in handy making clean edges for the bottom and sides.
You can see from the picture below that I omitted waist shaping.
I was on the fence about this for awhile, but I think I’ll be glad I did it this way. I have broad shoulders, so I have a problem with button-up things gapping at the bust. As a result, I almost never wear cardigans fully buttoned. The side seams are very often behind where they should be so waist shaping on the side “seams” might look strange. I decided to go with an unbroken lace pattern so it will look good open or closed.
Elin’s recent post about her Serrano inspired me to join the shoulders and try it on.
It looks a little strange when worn as a vest, but it fits!
9 responses so far ↓
Elin // August 19, 2007 at 9:13 pm |
Oh, it looks great! I love the colour!
I hate gaping buttonbands too, but I don’t get that with Serrano because of the hook & eye closure. As long as you sew it down properly, it’s much better.
Batty // August 19, 2007 at 9:42 pm |
It’s beautiful! Now I’m trying to remember what yarn you’re using. It’s so shiny and pretty, and I can’t wait to start my Serrano. That’s my reward for myself once I’ve finished my WIPs and taken the LSAT.
robin // August 19, 2007 at 9:46 pm |
Love it! Can’t wait to see it finished. That green is a great color for you too.
Ruth // August 20, 2007 at 7:38 am |
Looks wonderful, Emilee! This stage is one of my favorite parts.
KelInCal // August 20, 2007 at 12:00 pm |
That’s going to look great! I just love that color!
kaiwa4 // August 20, 2007 at 11:12 pm |
Looks great. Green is my most favorite color. Also, you look all happy in your photo
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mel // August 21, 2007 at 6:55 am |
Perfect fit Emilee – Great job! I always really liked this pattern – the lace looks great in that color!!
Moni // August 21, 2007 at 6:44 pm |
It looks really pretty so far! I have yarn to make this, too. I was just thinking today that I need to get on this project
rowjeomma // October 27, 2008 at 4:25 pm |
Hmmm… Be good to my clever integration Sorry, for off top, i wanna tell one joke) What do you call a dog with no legs? It doesn’t matter what you call him he ain’t gonna come.