Twisted Stitch Sweater
A bright spot of color in a week of dreary grey. Who needs fireworks, after all?
Pattern: My own (pattern available someday)
Yarn: Brown Sheep Cotton Fine, in color 230 (Victorian Pink)
Yardage: 5 50 gram balls (about 1000 yards)
Yarn Source: Clover Hill Yarn Shop
Needles: 2.75mm (US 2) Crystal Palace bamboo circular needles
Gauge: 8 st/inch over ribbing
Modifications: --
Comments
Wonderful! the fit is beautiful... and yet I cannot stop myself ! Excuse my silliness and let me mention (with a wink in mind!) that it is funny that after your post about your taste in classic fashion style, you post a picture of your with your bra showing!
Posted by: Laurence Brodeur | July 5, 2006 11:26 AM
Eunny, it looks just gorgeous! (Not that I expected anything else, of course.)
Posted by: --Deb | July 5, 2006 11:27 AM
Ah, but it's a camisole covering the bra that you spy.
Posted by: eunny | July 5, 2006 11:28 AM
Wow! Beautiful work, as always. I can't wait for the pattern to become available.
Posted by: Marion | July 5, 2006 11:29 AM
I await the pattern with bated breath. It's gorgeous, and I can't wait to have one of my own.
Posted by: Mollie | July 5, 2006 11:33 AM
another gorgeous, classic top. i love it.
Posted by: jody | July 5, 2006 11:33 AM
Aha! forgive me for being nosy around your bust, the colour contrast just caught my eye. It really makes an interesting difference, a shiny blue with a more traditional look in old rose, once again you manage to mix old and modern with good taste!
Posted by: Laurence Brodeur | July 5, 2006 11:38 AM
Clicked in for a visit and all I could do was gasp. Another stunner! Wow.
Posted by: S.Kate | July 5, 2006 11:38 AM
It's lovely, Eunny. I hope you don't mind if I knit a version myself.... many of the design ideas you post here are things that I've been chewing over myself, but this one is new to me.
I'm actually thinking of knitting it with raglan sleeves (so that the ribs will line up interestingly), a different waist pattern, and inside-out (for purl lazineess).
Posted by: Chialea | July 5, 2006 11:46 AM
Wow! So happy it's done & we get to see it. The finished result is gorgeous & I love the shape.
Posted by: Natalie | July 5, 2006 11:47 AM
Not just beautiful but VERY FLATTERING which is one of those really tough things. You should be overjoyed--you have hit that nirvana of handmade, where it is BETTER BY FAR than anything you could buy. Lovely!
I would knit it too! Congrats
Posted by: suzanne | July 5, 2006 11:48 AM
Gorgeous! I would love to see someone do it in a larger size. I know if I wore something that snug on my abdomen, it would look not good at all. Good work though!
Posted by: Melissa A. | July 5, 2006 11:48 AM
Absolutely beautiful - very well executed and fits you wonderfully.
Posted by: AmyP | July 5, 2006 11:50 AM
Congrats on finishing--and on an excellent finished object, at that! It looks great on you.
Posted by: Mintyfresh | July 5, 2006 11:50 AM
It's gorgeous on you, Eunny!!! Love the color.
Posted by: caitlyn | July 5, 2006 11:51 AM
Incredibly beautiful! I was so glad to hear you are publishing books...I'm anxiously awaiting their arrival!
Posted by: Mandy | July 5, 2006 11:52 AM
So sassy. It looks awesome on you! Mwuah, love it.
Posted by: Mags | July 5, 2006 11:52 AM
STUNNING!
Posted by: Sandra | July 5, 2006 11:52 AM
Wauw, really beautifull! I love it! Will surely make it once you get it written up! :D
Posted by: Emily | July 5, 2006 11:53 AM
I can't believe how incredibly flattering your sweater is and you are stunning in it. Sign me up for the pattern as well. Can't wait to get started.
Posted by: Wavery | July 5, 2006 11:53 AM
Stunning. Elegant and beautiful just like the rest of your designs. You are one talented woman Eunny!
Thank you for your reply to my email about fair isle and color joins. That was a very informative post you sent me to and it helped me tremendously.
Posted by: Helena | July 5, 2006 11:55 AM
i love it, someone once said that good art is something outstanding when viewed from afar and keeps revealing itself as one draws closer-I just love the detail of the lower part of the sweater!
Posted by: Maureen | July 5, 2006 11:58 AM
Truly beautiful sweater. You look amazing in it :-)
Posted by: Charity | July 5, 2006 12:01 PM
Stunning witha serious Wow. The sweater is amazing, all the detailing, and the colour is perfect, and the photo with the chartreus-y walls and the tulips, wow to the whole thing.
Posted by: Liz | July 5, 2006 12:05 PM
Eunny, I am in awe. What a beautiful sweater!! It looks absolutely stunning! I love the tulip picture in the background too :)
Posted by: Alicia | July 5, 2006 12:11 PM
That sweater is crazy cool. I just love the fit and the details.
Posted by: hillary | July 5, 2006 12:11 PM
Very pretty pattern. I imagined the neckline differently, but this is very flattering. Subtle sexiness.
Posted by: Gina | July 5, 2006 12:12 PM
Zowie, it's GORGEOUS! I must get my waist back so I can make it. You look gorgeous in it and it looks gorgeous on you!
*note to Mollie - thank you for saying "bated" breath instead of "baited" breath!*
Posted by: Margo | July 5, 2006 12:12 PM
One word: WOW !!!
Posted by: julia | July 5, 2006 12:15 PM
So pretty! I hope the pattern comes out soon!
Posted by: karenology | July 5, 2006 12:15 PM
Whee! Looks great!
Posted by: spaazlicious | July 5, 2006 12:16 PM
That is just amazing. It is perfect--Very very flattering and cute!
Posted by: Punkie | July 5, 2006 12:23 PM
Wow.
Can I test knit it for the gazunga-boobie size?
Posted by: PuppyMomma | July 5, 2006 12:26 PM
Wow, that's smokin' hot. Great fit and look.
Posted by: Jessica | July 5, 2006 12:28 PM
Oh Eunny, I love it! It came together really well. The neckline is fabulous. I especially enjoyed being able to see the creative process from sketch to finished garment.
Posted by: nikki | July 5, 2006 12:28 PM
Bravo, my dear! I think this one certainly translated well from drawing to finished product. I hope it's everything you wanted!
Posted by: Sachi | July 5, 2006 12:29 PM
Very beautiful!
Posted by: Lori | July 5, 2006 12:30 PM
This is really a beauty. You're VERY talented, greetings from The Netherlands
Posted by: ajoursteek | July 5, 2006 12:31 PM
I'd buy this pattern in 5 seconds. I think it's your best so far!
Posted by: Sherry W | July 5, 2006 12:32 PM
Wow. It's beautiful.
Will you need to write up different cup sizes? Or will the ribbing take care of that? I ask out of pure self-interest.
Posted by: Frith | July 5, 2006 12:32 PM
It looks beautiful on you! Excellent job.
Posted by: holly | July 5, 2006 12:33 PM
Beautiful!
I've been lurking, watching the progress, dying to see the final result. Can't wait for the pattern to be availablel!
Posted by: Lisa | July 5, 2006 12:35 PM
That is absolutely stunning!
Posted by: jennifer | July 5, 2006 12:36 PM
It's even more beautiful than I thought it would be. I just LOVE the cut. Genius, once again. Thank you for sharing.
Posted by: Carine | July 5, 2006 12:37 PM
Wow! I love it!
Posted by: Coleen | July 5, 2006 12:39 PM
It fits you like a dream...
I love cotton fine...and it is so feminine. Love it!
Posted by: heather | July 5, 2006 12:43 PM
gee YOU ARE REALLY BUSTY!!
Posted by: mimi | July 5, 2006 12:43 PM
Beautiful! I love it. It's very figure flattering, isn't it?
Posted by: mari | July 5, 2006 12:47 PM
That is beautiful! All your hard work really shows!
Posted by: Stacey | July 5, 2006 12:48 PM
Oh, please say there'll be more pictures posted! Front and back views would be perfect.
You did a fabulous job!
Posted by: emilie | July 5, 2006 12:54 PM
I love it, Eunny! You are the most amazing knitter and designer I've seen. It looks beautiful on you.
Posted by: Kelly | July 5, 2006 12:59 PM
So so so so so elegant. Really flattering and a wonderful choice of stitch pattern around your waist.
For another version, I would, however, consider something slightly different for the sleeves. These seem a bit "busy" and detract a little from the lovely bodice. Perhaps 3/4 smooth sleeves. Or tiny little sleeves. Or no sleeves at all. :)
Posted by: Katia | July 5, 2006 01:02 PM
Stunning - absolutely stunning. Great color on you too!
Posted by: jessica~ | July 5, 2006 01:03 PM
In a word, gorgeous. I didn't realize that Brown Sheep had such a yarn - of course, I should have known by the name, since I've used their worsted and Cotton Fleece in Victorian Pink before!
I've been to Cloverhill before, when I was living with friends in B-more. What a nice spot.
Posted by: Heather | July 5, 2006 01:03 PM
Fabulous job!!!
Posted by: Vera | July 5, 2006 01:06 PM
Stunning. I love the waist cincher look. Seems like it would be flattering on less ample figures too. :)
Posted by: Jennifer | July 5, 2006 01:06 PM
That looks absolutely FABULOUS! I have really enjoyed watching this masterpiece come together. Congratulations!
Posted by: Carey | July 5, 2006 01:10 PM
It is breathtaking! As is that photograph come to think of it. Is it everything you hoped it'd be?
Posted by: Vicki | July 5, 2006 01:11 PM
wow!
the shaping is fantastic (how big will your patterns go?
Posted by: marietta | July 5, 2006 01:12 PM
Absolutely fantastic! I just love it.
Posted by: Susan | July 5, 2006 01:13 PM
Gorgeous. Can't wait for the pattern.
Posted by: Carrie | July 5, 2006 01:14 PM
Now that's a sweater!
Posted by: sarah | July 5, 2006 01:15 PM
And forgot to add - I *love* when designers use such economical yarns. I loved watching this pattern come together and I love even more that I can make one for about 30 bucks! Thank you.
Posted by: sarah | July 5, 2006 01:18 PM
Amazing, and so flattering.
Posted by: Aija | July 5, 2006 01:21 PM
Eunny, That is absolutely amazing. I have been rendered completely speechless!
Posted by: Erica B. | July 5, 2006 01:22 PM
Best. Eunny. Sweater. Ever!
:)
Posted by: Laura | July 5, 2006 01:32 PM
That is absolutely amazing and beautiful. That's a pattern that I will want. Hope it's coming our way in some form or other. Great job, just stunning!
Posted by: Wanda | July 5, 2006 01:35 PM
Great job! What a beautiful design.
Posted by: Carin | July 5, 2006 01:36 PM
Wonderful! :o)
Posted by: JessaLu | July 5, 2006 01:40 PM
Beautiful. One of the nicest knit tops I've seen, period.
Posted by: Dove | July 5, 2006 01:42 PM
Gorgeous. Simply perfect and so flattering.
Posted by: Stephanie | July 5, 2006 01:44 PM
Eunny, when I say this is the most beautiful sweater I have ever seen, I am not exaggerating one bit. Gosh, it is pretty much the sweater of my dreams - intricate, well-fitting, pink... omg it's so wonderful! It looks marvelous on you! I love it sooo much. I sure can't wait for this pattern! I hope you'll be able to release it quite soon. I would love to see more photos of you in it, and that is the exact color and yarn I'm using for a sweater I'm knitting right now. Also, love the tulips in the background. I bet your home is just beautiful!
Posted by: Crystal | July 5, 2006 01:46 PM
I love it! Gorgeous work.
Posted by: Julia | July 5, 2006 01:51 PM
Beautiful! Faye ain't got nuthin' on you.*
*That was painful to type, I swear I never speak like that...
Posted by: E to the M | July 5, 2006 01:51 PM
Absolutely stunning!
Posted by: The Purloined Letter | July 5, 2006 02:01 PM
I really like how the bust shaping worked out. I'd be tempted, if I made this myself, to end it just a half inch lower -- the ribbing seems to be creeping up the underside of the bust which doesn't work for very well for larger sizes (though you'd never know it based on plus-sized fashions in general). I like this because using the cabling to provide shaping was a wonderful idea that looks great.
Posted by: Marianne | July 5, 2006 02:13 PM
you're really the best your sweater is wonderful.
Posted by: Sand354 | July 5, 2006 02:13 PM
Absolutely stunning! Great work - I love how this sweater turned out, and I enjoyed being "in" on the process as you went along. (Well, okay - not so much involved as a bystander, but it was still fun.)
Posted by: Nanc | July 5, 2006 02:13 PM
That... wow. That is absolutely gorgeous. I can't wait for the pattern!
Posted by: Diane | July 5, 2006 02:28 PM
All I can say is WOW!
Posted by: altaviese | July 5, 2006 02:28 PM
That's drop-dead-gorgeous! Do you have any idea when the pattern will be available?
Posted by: Joanne | July 5, 2006 02:33 PM
That REALLY looks great! How about a modelled shot from the front?? Please ;-)
But what happened to the cables on the sleeves??
Posted by: Helene | July 5, 2006 02:34 PM
I'm with everyone else, WOW. I'm definitely getting this pattern when it is available.
Posted by: betzig | July 5, 2006 02:41 PM
W-O-W! Simply stunning. I can't take my eyes away from the photo. Jaw-dropping gorgeous!
Posted by: Leslie | July 5, 2006 02:53 PM
Perfect in every way! What impresses me most is that you are not only spectacularly proficient in knitting technique and minutiae, but you also clearly have great awareness of and respect for your figure. Every aspect of the sweater fits, shapes and flatters perfectly - a quality that is so often lacking in handknits. (Being a 5'10" athletic beanpole with a B cup I will sadly never properly fit many of your designs, but your approach is highly inspirational nonetheless.)
Posted by: Ruth | July 5, 2006 02:58 PM
I admire the eye you have for detail, and that your designs balance interest and good lines with not-too-fussy. Thanks for the inspiration!
Posted by: claudia | July 5, 2006 03:08 PM
Eunny, that is so beautiful! And I think it could even fit me too! So I'll be waiting… :-)
Posted by: terhi | July 5, 2006 03:17 PM
I love it! Can't wait to see what you come up with next. Will you be offering a pattern for this?
Posted by: Liz | July 5, 2006 03:29 PM
It's very nice, but my first thought was the same as those mentioned regarding the bust. If I purchase the pattern (love the shaping, except for the bust area), I'll probably close up the front a bit more. My size bust and waist appears to be about the same as yours, but I don't like to show as much cleavage. Otherwise, nice work.
Posted by: Susan | July 5, 2006 03:37 PM
damn it it's just amazing. -jing
Posted by: jing | July 5, 2006 03:39 PM
Well, I read all the comments up to this point and there is nothing left to say. But I agree with every one.
And thanks for helping me with the lace; I'm having great fun with it.
Posted by: Leigh | July 5, 2006 03:39 PM
Amazing.
Posted by: Scout | July 5, 2006 03:50 PM
That is gorgeous! It's a great mix of classic and sexy. The cabled waist is perfect
Posted by: Casey | July 5, 2006 03:59 PM
Wow.
Another knock-out design, Eunny!
Posted by: Teresa | July 5, 2006 04:10 PM
I can't wait for you to post the pattern!!! Absolutely-freakin'-fabulous!
Posted by: kyla block | July 5, 2006 04:28 PM
Really gorgeous, Eunny. It's also extremely flattering. Congratulations!
Posted by: Stephanie | July 5, 2006 04:30 PM
Absolutely beautiful! I cannot wait for the pattern!
Posted by: Tammy | July 5, 2006 04:41 PM
Just amazing - you are quiet inspiring. Thanks!
Posted by: wenders | July 5, 2006 04:47 PM
Well, it's all been said but I will throw my 2 cents in as well. Gorgeous and FABULOSO!
Posted by: knittingnurse | July 5, 2006 04:50 PM
hmm, I'm surprised.
I was anxious to see the outcome of this project but I'm a touch shocked at the shortness and the low neckline especially from someone who went on about modesty and who expressed such dislike for things such as camisoles as outerwear.
Personally I find this far more revealing and overt than the cotton camisoles I buy from the Gap.
I love the general design (the shaping)
but would want it to have a shallower vneck and be longer.
Posted by: k | July 5, 2006 05:00 PM
that is a PERFECT fit! nice bod too (in a totally heterosexual way)
great job!
Posted by: Rachel | July 5, 2006 05:01 PM
Gosh, I guess some people never learned the "if you can't say something nice" lesson. There's a difference in showing a hint of an undergarment and wearing one AS the garment. It's what you DON'T see that's sexy and seductive. Very simple premise which not many people understand.
I love the sweater - I daresay I was *almost* as thrilled as you when the cabling came together under the bust - it makes the sweater, in my opinion. Thanks for posting the progress and I hope to see the pattern soon!
Posted by: elizabeth | July 5, 2006 05:13 PM
It is worth repeating what others have written... this is a stunning design. I hope the pattern is available soon. I'll definitely purchase it and knit like a fanatic (a careful, technically proficient fanatic) to get it done.
Very nice work.
Posted by: Jessica | July 5, 2006 05:44 PM
DAMN!! AWESOME!!! Can't wait to see this pattern-it is so great. Congrats!
Posted by: Jeanie | July 5, 2006 05:46 PM
of course it's beautiful. as is everything you do...
Posted by: Nik | July 5, 2006 05:47 PM
Fantastic!
Posted by: Daniela | July 5, 2006 05:48 PM
Truly amazing!
Posted by: Bev | July 5, 2006 05:52 PM
great job, I would absolutely knit this. hope you get it out there soon!
Posted by: teri | July 5, 2006 06:05 PM
good lord, that is beautiful. please publish a book someday, please.
Posted by: mamie | July 5, 2006 06:13 PM
oohlala - foxy!
Posted by: heather | July 5, 2006 06:56 PM
Oooo... so pretty. I like pretty things.
Posted by: Mandy | July 5, 2006 07:02 PM
I believed in you the whole time! I'm so excited that you finished it, this really is a piece of art.
Posted by: elizabeth | July 5, 2006 07:21 PM
Eunny,
AMAZING... and soooo sexy... I love it.. can't wait for the pattern.. I'll definitely be making one for myself for work!
Posted by: Kristin | July 5, 2006 07:32 PM
Eunny, I'm a huge fan of all your work, but this is definitely my favorite so far. It's GORGEOUS and classy, and I bet it's also really comfortable. I would also love to see more pics. It's pure art - great job!
Posted by: Jessica | July 5, 2006 07:32 PM
Absolutely stunning!!
Posted by: Becky | July 5, 2006 07:39 PM
Eunny, you've managed to create another stunning piece of art. Honestly, this sweater has it all. I can't wait for the pattern. It's beautiful :)
Posted by: Heather | July 5, 2006 07:43 PM
that is too pretty for words.
Posted by: Barbp | July 5, 2006 07:47 PM
Beautiful! I will patiently wait for the pattern :)
Posted by: Marisa | July 5, 2006 07:50 PM
Eunny, it looks great! did you decide against the closures we talked about at knit nite the other day? Eitherway, it is beautiful - such an intricate and feminine design!
PS - how were those kebabs on the new grill? ;)
Posted by: Lolly | July 5, 2006 07:50 PM
WOW. It is stunning - and stunningly flattering.
Posted by: Chris | July 5, 2006 07:54 PM
As my friend Dan would say "Meow-how-how!" Very beautiful and flattering!!
Posted by: mia | July 5, 2006 08:16 PM
Wow. That is simply divine. Can't wait to try it myself -- though no way that mine will come out so neatly. You are a terrific inspiration. Thanks.
Posted by: amykatherine | July 5, 2006 08:23 PM
Fantastic! Looking forward to the "someday".
Posted by: heather | July 5, 2006 09:10 PM
IT seems big breasts are your best asset. so you might as well show them off.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: meme | July 5, 2006 09:17 PM
Eunny, you are fabulous. Seriously. I love your design sense, and everything you produce looks professional and gorgeous. I look forward to getting this pattern when it's available. Beautiful work.
Posted by: Elizabeth | July 5, 2006 09:43 PM
Very nice! You do excellent work and you're very inspiring. :)
Posted by: nat | July 5, 2006 09:49 PM
You've outdone yourself!
You could (but don't) stop now and live out the remainder of your days on the merits of this beauty.
I love the color, the pattern, the fact that you pulled it out of your head.
Damn!
Posted by: doulicia | July 5, 2006 09:57 PM
Crikey, that's a hot sweater! Great job.
Posted by: Silvia | July 5, 2006 10:14 PM
Geesh, what can I say that hasn't been said already? It brings awe and a huge smile to me - what a beautiful piece of knitting. You should be proud of your work! (and I think you may start a fashion trend w. a contrast of color there!)
Posted by: Terry | July 5, 2006 10:19 PM
That is absolutely stunning- amazing job!
Posted by: Kym | July 5, 2006 10:33 PM
Absolutely beautiful and tastefully sexy. Great job.
Posted by: Martha | July 5, 2006 10:46 PM
hey.... that stitch pattern looks like a.........
Posted by: Mama-E | July 5, 2006 11:45 PM
Wow!! It's beautiful! I wish I liked to do twisted stitches..it looks beautiful on you!
Posted by: Renada | July 5, 2006 11:47 PM
Wow! Love the new design - sign me up for one. Nice to see a knit that really flatters the curves! You rock, Eunny!
Posted by: Robin | July 6, 2006 12:13 AM
Eunny, that is simply stunning! Very, very beautiful! I didn't realize until now you were knitting it in cotton, but I suppose that makes it more of a summer top. As always, very inspirational work!
Posted by: Katarina | July 6, 2006 03:05 AM
That's very beautiful! I like the way it hugging the body and give some illusion of lengthening our bodice.
It's very feminine too.
The motif and yarn color also good choise.
I am thinking, while you write down the pattern, perhaps can give some instruction on how to make the neck part not too deep? ;)
Once again, congrats! :)
Posted by: Tanti | July 6, 2006 03:26 AM
genius and *wow* - very sexy, like a corset - a winner!
Posted by: debbie | July 6, 2006 04:11 AM
That is one GORGEOUS sweater... you are so talented!!!
Posted by: lyn | July 6, 2006 04:33 AM
Lovely! Looks great on you. And the fit! You really captured that vintage mood!
Posted by: Mari | July 6, 2006 04:49 AM
WOW!
Absolutely fabulous. I feel like I'm in a privileged club getting to see all your work develop.
And of course, it goes without saying, as with everyone else, I really really look forward to buying the pattern.
Well done, you're brilliant.
Posted by: vanessa | July 6, 2006 04:57 AM
This is absolutely stunning. I can't wait for your book/the pattern. I'm not sure how it will look on me as we don't have the same ahem, assets, but I want to knit this sweater.
Posted by: Kate | July 6, 2006 08:09 AM
It's beautiful! Some people want more tummy room, I want something to close up that V neck a little bit... Laces, maybe? we're impossible to please, aren't we!
Posted by: CarolineF | July 6, 2006 08:12 AM
It turned out perfect, as I knew it would. Brava.
Posted by: lorinda | July 6, 2006 08:17 AM
GORGEOUS!!!!!!!
Please, please say your going to offer the pattern for sale!!!!!
I'm truly amazed by your talent;in complete awe.
Posted by: Lora | July 6, 2006 08:42 AM
GORGEOUS!!! Job WELL DONE!!
Posted by: Marsha | July 6, 2006 08:47 AM
Sleek, feminine, but not fussy -- the Juliet sweater updated. It looks fabulous on you!
Posted by: erin | July 6, 2006 09:13 AM
this is an extraordinary sweater. really, really beautiful! there's not a thing about it that should be changed.
Posted by: Betsy | July 6, 2006 09:16 AM
A very classy sweater and very flattering. Very feminine
Posted by: Cathy | July 6, 2006 09:30 AM
Holy crap - my jaw just dropped - it's beautiful.
Posted by: Heather | July 6, 2006 09:52 AM
I already knew that I wanted to knit it, but now that I see it on curves, I HAVE to knit it. Wow. I really can't wait for the pattern to be available!
Posted by: Lee Ann | July 6, 2006 10:12 AM
YIKESA! Gotta make me one of those!
Posted by: farm-witch | July 6, 2006 10:29 AM
The blouse, the photo composition, the tulips, your beauty... I feel slightly faint.
Posted by: Gryphon | July 6, 2006 10:33 AM
GORGEOUS!
Thank you for sharing the entire process with us! I look forward to the pattern
Posted by: artemis | July 6, 2006 10:36 AM
wow - amazing. totally gorgeous - i'd buy this pattern in a hot minute (& then spend the next seven years trying to get my knitting skills honed enough to actually knit it). xo
Posted by: tigerlilith | July 6, 2006 10:47 AM
That looks gorgeous!!
Posted by: Dorothy B | July 6, 2006 10:47 AM
The sweater is great. You're a knitting inspiration.
Posted by: rose | July 6, 2006 10:50 AM
I don't know how you do it, but wow, do you ever get the job done! It's somehow prim and daring all at once. Lovely!
Posted by: Beth S. | July 6, 2006 11:09 AM
well done!!! please post the pattern for us!!!
Posted by: Janice | July 6, 2006 11:28 AM
Gorgeous - wonderful knitting! I can't wait for this pattern to become available!
Posted by: ingrid | July 6, 2006 11:30 AM
One more vote for "fabulous"
Posted by: Barb | July 6, 2006 11:42 AM
Absolutely gorgeous!! It becomes you.
Posted by: Judy | July 6, 2006 12:58 PM
So pretty! I love it!!
Posted by: Brooke | July 6, 2006 01:25 PM
so pretty!!!!
Posted by: carolyn | July 6, 2006 01:31 PM
Gorgeous! Interesting to see a design project from beginning to end. A superb design and exceptional fit - a masterpiece. Congratulations!
Posted by: Debbie | July 6, 2006 01:45 PM
That top is just breathtaking.
Posted by: Cheri | July 6, 2006 03:35 PM
De-lurking to say - wow! I happen to love Cotton Fine, and your design is just amazing. Please please please put this one up for sale!
Posted by: Liz | July 6, 2006 03:44 PM
I gasped when I saw this - absolutely incredible. I cannot emphasize that enough. You amaze me. It looks great and you should be very proud of yourself (I'll be buying a copy of this one when it becomes available).
Posted by: Nicole | July 6, 2006 03:48 PM
gorgeous! i love the color and the silhouette of this pattern. and, as usual, the genius is in the DETAILS. it's so flattering! can't wait for your pattern.
Posted by: kate | July 6, 2006 03:59 PM
First commenter said: "it is funny that after your post about your taste in classic fashion style"...
Yes, I agree it's too low-cut to be considered "classic" and my personal sense of modesty would not be able to handle it, but it looks very pretty on Eunny.
Posted by: Librarian | July 6, 2006 04:28 PM
Beautiful as usual! Please keep us "bigger girls" in mind when you write out the pattern (wink wink nudge nudge)
R
Posted by: Rebecca | July 6, 2006 04:37 PM
Not only can I not wait for the pattern to become available, I even have the perfect yarn: gorgeous alpaca that my mother brought back from Peru. I've been hoarding it for something just like this. I'd be happy to test knit for you!
Posted by: Elspeth | July 6, 2006 04:53 PM
Gorgeous!!!
Posted by: Rose | July 6, 2006 04:56 PM
amazing....
Posted by: Rachel | July 6, 2006 05:24 PM
It turned out perfectly, of course. That is one I MUST make and will drop everything for! Do tell that it will be available soon...
Posted by: Sarah | July 6, 2006 05:29 PM
I don't normally leave comments, and you certainly don't need any more on this post, but...
1. This is one of the most beautiful sweaters I have ever seen - handmade, store bought, period.
2. I would buy (and make) this pattern in a heartbeat. Allow me to join the clamoring masses begging for the pattern!
Posted by: Christina | July 6, 2006 08:03 PM
This sweater is so beautiful it almost made me cry. It also made me wonder if you approach design from an engineering standpoint, or from a shape standpoint first. I always look for hints about your thought process when I read your blog.
On another note, I have thought a bit before saying this, and decided to go ahead. Reading the comments I'm surprised that people would say things on a blog that they probably wouldn't remark on out loud (I hope) if they were to walk up to you on the street and comment on your sweater. I wonder why the internet makes people feel so free to be so...overt? I wonder if they mean to be rude and intrusive, or if that's just my interpretation of it?
Posted by: jayne | July 6, 2006 09:08 PM
AMAZING!!
That's truly something to be proud of, Eunny!
Way to Go!
Posted by: Anna | July 6, 2006 09:38 PM
sheesh! can you possibly read all these comments? ;)
... they are all deserved. the TSS is a coup, eunny! classy AND hot AND what looks like a fun, challenging knit. when "someday" comes i'll be in line for the pattern.
Posted by: jess | July 6, 2006 11:36 PM
That top is gorgeous. I have been keeping my eye on your progress of this top and could not wait to see it finished. How clever are you.
Posted by: Sue | July 6, 2006 11:52 PM
I normally don't comment but the sweater looks beautiful on you. I really enjoyed seeing the creative process from idea to finished product, thanks for shareing.
I am however, curious if the double-purled edging will stop the collar from flopping after several washes. Please excuse my ignorance as I don't often work with cotton yarns so I'm clueless as to how they will behave.
Posted by: Jeanie | July 7, 2006 04:21 AM
so many people have said it, but I'm still going to echo them ;) gorgeous!
I love how clever the stitches mix together, well worth all the works you've done!
Posted by: yuvee | July 7, 2006 06:09 AM
I love it!! You did a great job with this, Eunny.
Inspiring as always. :D
*OtterHuggles*
Posted by: KnittyOtter | July 7, 2006 12:10 PM
I was wating to see it finished...and... what can I say? It's gorgeous, it's absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Paula | July 7, 2006 12:35 PM
Fabulous, fabulous, fabulous... But I think you've heard that already! :-)
Pattern pretty please! If you need a test knitter......
Posted by: Rose | July 7, 2006 01:51 PM
There's really nothing left to say about your design, as it's all been said a dozen times or more in the voluminous amount of comments you've gotten. I love it and I'll definitely be purchasing the pattern when it becomes available. Great job!
Posted by: Melissa | July 7, 2006 04:24 PM
Stunning!
WANT THE PATTERN....please!
Posted by: ~Kristie | July 7, 2006 04:48 PM
"Someday" cannot arrive soon enough. That is bloody gorgeous, Eunny.
Posted by: Juniper | July 7, 2006 05:29 PM
absolutely gorgeous. how is it in the land of knit-blogger-book-deals, you haven't come up?
Posted by: erin | July 7, 2006 09:29 PM
You and the sweater look amazing! I love it!
Posted by: VickeryKnits | July 7, 2006 09:33 PM
that's stunning eunny! go on with your bad self!
Posted by: melissa | July 7, 2006 09:42 PM
I love it!
Posted by: Jess | July 7, 2006 09:54 PM
You are truly an artist. That is a work of art - how beautiful it is. I think it might stretch my knitting skills a bit, though.
Posted by: alice | July 8, 2006 03:37 AM
Yowza! (Now, can you design something for my over fifty figure that will look as nice? Oh, I am sooo jealous!) Long, oh long may you be slim enough to wear that! The pattern companies should just SNAP you up and put you on retainer!
Posted by: roxie | July 8, 2006 09:45 AM
My five cents from Ireland - absolutely stunning! Elegant and stylish - the colour, the pattern, the design! Your work is very inspiring, thank you, you blog is such a pleasure to read. And your style (writing, clothes, knitting - everything!) - ah, don't get me started... I can't wait for the book!
Posted by: Natalia | July 8, 2006 04:19 PM
Hi! Let me be the 195th person to say that this is gorgeous! Rock on with your old-fashioned-clothing-designing self!
Posted by: Specs | July 8, 2006 06:16 PM
gorgeous! you're amazing!
Posted by: shoofly | July 8, 2006 11:19 PM
very beautiful indeed!
Posted by: heidi | July 9, 2006 06:02 AM
I've been a lurker on your blog for awhile now and following the progress of this one ... it's beautiful! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your patterns published!
Posted by: Anne | July 9, 2006 10:06 AM
Hey Eunny! Your sweater is really amazing and inspiring!
Posted by: Susan | July 9, 2006 03:48 PM
Truely amazing. It looks stunning on you. You're designs are so beautiful, Eunny.
Posted by: Aimee | July 10, 2006 05:02 AM
Stunningly feminine and beautiful - really really nice!
Posted by: Nicole | July 10, 2006 05:13 PM
Lovely design and it looks smashing on you!
It's strange, but as you get older, your body changes, and alas, I can't wear designs like this any more, though still knit like a fiend.
I think knitting can be extremely hard on the body though. So look out! Make sure you get enough exercise to keep up your good figure!
I sit and knit for hours, and hours, and listen to old "Suspense" radio dramas and Orson Welles' radio plays. I knit to fit -- my unfortunately expanding body -- but I also dream of exercising to lose the weight I've put on since I took this full time job. So those dreamy ribbon sweaters I'm making will drape much better on my figure than they would now.
SO . . . to make a long story short Eunny . . . you're young, don't waste too much time knitting, or else you will age quicker than you thought and your body will show it! The hours of bending forward and looking downward is killer on the shoulders, bustline, and neckline! Ya heard it from me -- a living testament to the dangers of compulsive knitting!
Posted by: Sooth | July 10, 2006 07:34 PM
Oooh, how pretty. Very 30s! I'm most intrigued by set-in sleeves knitted in the round. I hate, hate, hate sewing them in.
Posted by: Anneliese | July 10, 2006 08:27 PM
that's incredible. Bravo.
Posted by: the kitchener bitch | July 10, 2006 09:18 PM
Congrats, that has to be one of the most beautiful sweaters I have ever seen!!!
Posted by: Jacinta | July 11, 2006 02:18 AM
Sooth et all,
knitting is not hard on the body at all...unless you eat and snack and have high caloric drinks while knitting,as I suspect quite a few do......
Knitting does not cause the body to change, but the extremely sedentary life style many knitters have does.
In order to stay in shape we have to exercise and eat a halfway healthy diet with the appropriate amount of calories.....at least as a rule of thumb.
I know there are certain health problems that make diet and exercise not that easy, but knitting is not one of them.
As a former 249 pound person in October 2004 ( due to a metabolic crash that came with thyroid cancer and made me insuline resistant) I have lost over 100 pounds....not by quitting knitting,but starting a 6 day a week weightlifting, exercise and running program and eating much more healthy then before.
I do not want to offend anyone, but was amazed when a saw photos on blogs of fiber festivals and the International Knitting in Public Day and am really concerned about the health of some of my knitting sisters......
Believe me, if our body has gone through changes that go beyond the normal aging process, it is often because of the life style we lead and that we have built around certain activities....and often for knitters it means little or no exercise...
Angelika
Posted by: Angelika | July 11, 2006 11:14 AM
*hyperventilates*
Must have! Can't wait!
Posted by: Georgia | July 11, 2006 04:03 PM
This is gorgeous!
Posted by: coralie | July 12, 2006 09:17 AM
I gasped! That is beautiful...
Posted by: Tusa | July 12, 2006 04:28 PM
Angelika,
You are right! Knitting alone will not make one heavy. But compulsive knitting can prove to be a problem. Moderation in everything is the ideal, but some people cannot be moderate when it comes to knitting. I am one of those types. You simple cannot turn out garment after garment by hand without doing stress to your body . . . it's a question of proportion.
My point to young knitters like Eunny is simply this: you cannot knit to these almost staggering levels of personal production without eventually doing some damage to your posture and body. Knitting is demanding on the body if it is done hour after hour. As younger knitters grow older, their bodies will need even more care and exercise to maintain their shapes, and that requires . . . (gasp) not knitting, but moving, exercising, anything BUT knitting, which for a compulsive knitter can be very hard indeed -- knitting, after all, like exercise, produces endorphins in the body!
Posted by: Sooth | July 12, 2006 06:03 PM
Eunny, sweet pea, when the fingers start bleeding, it's time to STOP SPINNING! :D
Had fun today - can't wait to see pictures!
Angelika, if you read this, could you e-mail me, please? Have some questions for you...
Posted by: Amie | July 12, 2006 06:45 PM
That is g.o.r.g.e.o.u.s!!!
I love the blog. You're inspirational (and I'm not normally this gushy).
Posted by: Kim D. | July 13, 2006 11:18 PM
Hope a pattern is on the way?!?!?!?!?!?!?!
Posted by: Amy | July 15, 2006 12:09 PM
This turned out incredible. I'm very impressed.
Posted by: Jackie | July 19, 2006 09:42 AM
love Love LOVE this!!!! Dying to have the pattern. Love the Subtle Argyle Socks as well... looking forward to that pattern too!!! You are so talented, I love looking at your work!
Posted by: Allegra | July 21, 2006 09:26 PM
Coming out of lurkdom to say:
This is a fabulous pattern. Please don't change a thing! I love the fit, the deep neckline (wearing with a camisole underneath is a gorgeous way to hint a things), the collar.... and being a mamma with a bussum but small waist myself, I think it would suit me down to the ground...
Something I've learnt over the last decade- it is worth being proud of your assets and showing them off- and I don't mean by flopping them all over the place- but with something like this, that shows body shape and leads the eye down in a teasing but non-obvious way... I love it!
Posted by: skitten | July 25, 2006 07:44 AM
please, please, PLEASE tell me this pattern will be available soon. This would look lovely on my little sister and I've been searching for the right project to knit for her next birthday!
Posted by: Carla | July 26, 2006 11:34 AM
Stunning. Your talent blows me away.
Posted by: Mary | July 27, 2006 11:37 PM
I LOVE it ... so I'm joining the chorus here and pleading you to please publish the pattern soon ;)
Posted by: Tania Ho | July 31, 2006 07:27 AM
Adding my voice to the chorus of "please?" that you're hearing -- asking for the pattern, please? I keep coming back and back, hoping you've posted it (or a link to where I can purchase it). Thanks in advance!
Posted by: Liz | August 1, 2006 10:50 AM