Night Sky Summer Top


I finished my top and guess what!  It fits pretty okay.  I swear to you I was fretting all the way to the end when I measured and remeasured again and again.  Now the best part is I haven't blocked the top yet so maybe I'll smooth out another 1/2 of wiggle room, maybe.

I need to block out that yoke :)

This pattern, night sky, was a ton of fun to knit.  I'd say you would have to have lots of experience to knit this sweater. 


I also liked the nettle yarn - it was soft enough and I'm assuming once the top is soaked and washed there will be more softening.



In other news, I am currently babysitting full days Tuesdays and Wednesdays and will be posting my knitting news on Tuesday late afternoons (unless I forget).  I worked today and I'm exhausted!!


Ravelry notes are here

Comments

  1. MaryAugust 28, 2018 at 5:08 PM

    oh, I remember those Tuesdays with Charlie and how I felt by the time he'd left with his mama. I prescribe feet up, leftovers for dinner, and a glass of wine :-) Also - I think the sweater looks great - and blocking will surely work its magic on all the kinks!

    ReplyDelete
  2. BonnyAugust 28, 2018 at 6:27 PM

    That top is beautiful, and I bet you'll get another 1/2"so it will feel just perfect. That nettle yarn amuses me; it's really lovely, but encountering nettles on the bank when you're canoeing is quite the opposite!

    ReplyDelete
  3. margeneAugust 28, 2018 at 6:48 PM

    The top is lovely! I'm sure blocking will be just the ticket. I agree with Mary! Time to totally relax and enjoy your evening.

    ReplyDelete
  4. AnonymousAugust 28, 2018 at 7:39 PM

    A very pretty finish. I like how the stitch detailing is only around the bottom and the sleeves.

    ReplyDelete
  5. CathieJAugust 28, 2018 at 8:51 PM

    Your top looks wonderful. I love that yarn. Thanks for the warning on the experience needed. Now I know not to try it any time soon.

    ReplyDelete
  6. chrisknitsAugust 28, 2018 at 8:58 PM

    It is so cute!!! I love the underarm/sleeve detail! I think it fits well, you didn't have to worry at all. Good luck on your getting back to babysitting!

    ReplyDelete
  7. Judy S.August 28, 2018 at 9:09 PM

    Love that top! It's a perfect color, too. And so glad that it fits! Yeah!

    ReplyDelete
  8. AnonymousAugust 28, 2018 at 9:33 PM

    I love that ruffled bottom edge. You picked a beautiful color too.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Angela PitoutAugust 29, 2018 at 12:30 AM

    It is beautiful! I love how soft it looks and the colour works with its feminine feel. All the best with your baby sitting adventures xx

    ReplyDelete
  10. GeriAugust 29, 2018 at 7:22 AM

    Love your top! The fit looks flattering on you and the yarn choice is perfect. This summer I’ve been drawn toward tops like yours. I’ve only knit one, Edie, and I love everything about it. Best wishes on your adventures in babysitting.

    ReplyDelete
  11. AsKatKnitsAugust 29, 2018 at 7:52 AM

    I second Mary's advice for the feet up, an easy dinner, a glass of wine - and yes, blocking! The top looks lovely!

    ReplyDelete
  12. DebbieAugust 29, 2018 at 9:24 AM

    Your top is beautiful! I love the sleeve & hem details. It looks like it will work perfectly for summer & fall!

    ReplyDelete
  13. kathy bAugust 29, 2018 at 2:35 PM

    Im all in. YOUR knit is amazing! I love the color. You really fit your knits perfectly!
    wishing you a little nap

    ReplyDelete
  14. DiannaAugust 29, 2018 at 9:43 PM

    Oh, Karen! That turned out beautifully! I love the shells at the top of the sleeve and around the bottom...just darling!

    ReplyDelete
  15. elizabethAugust 29, 2018 at 10:56 PM

    love the colour and pattern! God bless you dear one!

    ReplyDelete
  16. BridgetAugust 30, 2018 at 8:12 AM

    I think it looks fabulous and I love that color! Wear it in good health. :-)

    ReplyDelete
  17. ShirleyAugust 30, 2018 at 1:24 PM

    Your top is beautiful and looks so comfortable! The edging detail on the bottom and sleeves just takes it to a new level. Love the color.

    ReplyDelete
  18. Caffeine GirlAugust 30, 2018 at 8:04 PM

    That sweater is absolutely gorgeous. I'm glad to hear that the yarn is soft because this sweater should get lots of wear! And it's my favorite color.
    Babysitting is exhausting! It's not something I'm willing to do while I'm still working full-time!

    ReplyDelete
  19. elnsAugust 30, 2018 at 8:46 PM

    So cute. You wear it well too :)

    ReplyDelete
  20. JaneAugust 31, 2018 at 8:11 PM

    The top is very pretty. I think I looked at that pattern. Taking care of young children is exhausting. Pizza or order in on some of those nights.

    ReplyDelete
  21. Helen BSeptember 1, 2018 at 3:14 PM

    Oh that is a beautiful top, loving the colour and the pretty edging. :)

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment


Your comments are welcome as long as they are relevant to the post and spread joy, thank you for visiting and sharing your ideas.

Popular posts from this blog

Weekends

Image
My weekend happily contained: -wearing the above woolens all at the same time without being hot -so many walks and taking in the changing leaves. -a leaf shower on Saturday-the wind swirled the leaves off the trees up in the air to float down -changing screen savers to autumn themes! -a craft fair where my husband and I say "we could make that", but we don't. -french fries at the craft fair -scrambled eggs and toast for dinner because we were lazy. -football season has descended in my house. he was in the front room watching whatever is on today -I sat in the family room and watched A Tree Grows in Brooklyn .   Now I want to read it again. -Oh! I finished the socks!! So I wound up about six skeins of yarn and have three projects ready -started a cowl for me in fall colors (I hope to finish before fall ends) -enjoying Spirits of Joy .  Hannah graciously had a one day free sign up for her birthday at the end of September which I luckily saw on Twitter.  Than...
Read more

Happy List

Image
  - neighborhood pumpkins - my oak trees showing off - new friends at 'school' - Tai Chi hour - lunch out with my husband - cold morning walks - an unexpected warm up - all the fall knitting (imagined and real) - wearing wool - browsing knitting patterns - sister outings - dark chocolate - blue skies - neighborhood dogs - the kids coming to visit next weekend - the to-do lists that I am creating - afternoon reading (possible snooze) - apples! - soups! - hearing the breeze whisper through the trees - setting intentions - giving myself grace when I need it the most - solitude - grandchildren laughing - Holly being Holly - Blue skies - phone calls from family and friends - the kindness of others - assuming everyone is doing their best - drinking water and staying hydrated - hot decaf green tea in a BIG mug - first sip of coffee - geese flying in V formation and honking all the way (delightful!!) - Focusing on gratitude - focusing on joy  What would make your happy list?
Read more

Knitting News

Image
  Good morning to you! How are you? I'm excited about my hat that I've been knitting enjoying the sea of stockinette stitches. When I first started the hat I thought it would be too small, now I wonder if it will be too big. Gah. I will find out soon I guess. I wish the photo about showed how beautiful the colors are in real life, you'll have to trust me on this! Below is my next knitting project, the habitation throw . I will definitely use the pink and gray, I'm still not sure about that purple, I might have a look-see in my stash and do another ponder about that color. I chose this pattern because I can use up some of my stash and I adore Helen Stewart's patterns. What are you working on this week? Also: I will probably not be posting this Friday and the following Monday because of my family visiting. I hope to be back next Wednesday (unless I change my mind).
Read more