Set In My Ways
Who knew my sleeve discussion would elicit so many differing opinions. I really didn't anticipate that. But, I'm glad it happened -- it really got me thinking about what I wanted to do, and what defined "St Brigid" to me.
In the end, I've decided to do a set-in sleeve with a saddle shoulder. Marnie was the first to suggest this, and I think it's going to work well.
I didn't come to this decision lightly. I sketched and sketched, and poured over pics of sweaters online to find something similar to each that I was considering.
What finally got me was when I stumbled upon a few pics of Demi from Rowan Vintage Knits. The button band works very much like a shoulder saddle and it was all I needed to convince myself that this option can work with a set-in sleeve aran sweater. Here's a pic of Kate's Demi to show you what I mean.
The Schedule
I am a bit behind on my schedule. I've been doing a lot of work on the house and garden, and didn't even knit 2 weekends ago at all. I'm almost caught up, and have knit until my thumb started to hurt. I should be back to knitting tonight, and if I finish the back by Friday I think I'll be OK -- I'll still have 2 weekends left to knit on the front, and that's really the bulk of my knitting time.
The Next Question
Once I start the front, I'm going to have to decide:
- Where to split the front for the start of the hood split?
- What to do with the cables once the split starts?
- What, if anything, do I want to do with the edge of the hood?
All these decisions are slowing me down, but they're necessary if I'm going to get the sweater I want in the end.
Comments
You've probably addressed this already, but have you seen the way that a hood on a Rogue pulls the front way up? How did you prevent that with St. B?
Posted by: colleen | August 28, 2007 02:01 PM
WOOHOO, I think it's going to be great. I'm really anxious to see how it all comes together.
Posted by: Marnie | August 28, 2007 02:17 PM
Ok, now I'm curious..... where is St. Brigid from? Is it a Starmore pattern? It is absofreakinly gorgeous!!!!!!!!
See, if you can saddle the sleeve pattern all the way to the neck. That would be really cool.
Posted by: Kenny | August 28, 2007 02:21 PM
WOW! That is one gorgoues sweater so far! colour me jealous. I have yet to do an 'allover' cabled sweater but I am plotting to fix that this fall/winter. I will happily admire yours in the mean time.
Posted by: Glenna | August 28, 2007 02:23 PM
Absolutely love the color, Jody. I've seen some other saddle/set-in sleeve treatments since your last post and there's no question it can work beautifully (and I'm so happy that a saddle will remain). It's fantastic!
When I first saw mention of the hood on Ravelry, I couldn't help but chuckle to myself as I considered "The Rogue St. Brigid." I think there are some very exciting options for a hood!
Posted by: Vicki | August 28, 2007 02:25 PM
Wow, it is looking absolutely FANTASTIC - I love love love love love the color.
Posted by: anne | August 28, 2007 02:37 PM
It's coming along so nicely! What amazing work...and the color...
Posted by: Christie | August 28, 2007 02:45 PM
you did that so FAST! and you are behind on schedule? Crazy rabbit!
Posted by: lomester | August 28, 2007 02:53 PM
Gosh, that looks just gorgeous. . . . the color, the cables, all of it!
Posted by: --Deb | August 28, 2007 03:00 PM
Those cables are just amazing.
Posted by: Liz K. | August 28, 2007 03:52 PM
I think it'll look pretty genuine if you have the shoulder strap. As for the hood, somehow I picture it in reverse stockinette...
Posted by: Tana | August 28, 2007 03:55 PM
Seems to me that this is the most knitting you've done in a St. Brigid yarn. Could this really be the one?
I'm waiting with bated breath.
Posted by: Christy | August 28, 2007 04:36 PM
I'm glad you've figured out a plan for the sleeves! It sounds like a good one.
Posted by: Kristy | August 28, 2007 05:21 PM
my god, it's gorgeous. nothing else of substance to say. i'm just drooling over the perfectly beautiful cables. *pant*
Posted by: heather | August 28, 2007 06:30 PM
That's the most beautiful picture!! Wow.
Posted by: Julia | August 28, 2007 09:48 PM
I am totally dying over this picture. Wow the cables really pop out nicely in this color. Good luck!
Posted by: Sharon | August 28, 2007 10:34 PM
I really admire your thoughtful approach to this one! It looks gorgeous!
Posted by: Mary Beth | August 29, 2007 08:02 AM
that is looking amazing. good decision on the sleeves.
maybe splitting for the hood so that a cable splits on either side and travels around the edge of the hood?
do you have another pullover with a hood you could measure to see where to split? or maybe go to the mall and try some hoodies on to see where you need to split so it falls right...
Posted by: stacey | August 29, 2007 09:08 AM
this is beautiful! your cables are perfect- Great job!
Posted by: mindy | August 29, 2007 04:16 PM
I don't know anything about designing yet, but I just have to say that that is GORGEOUS! I love the cables and I love the color.
Posted by: Heather | August 29, 2007 08:12 PM
Your progress is impressive! I can't wait to see your modifications, the sleeve treatment intrigues me.
Posted by: kelp! | August 30, 2007 12:25 AM
Wow. I'm drooling.
Posted by: Cassie | August 30, 2007 09:27 AM
It looks amazing so far.
Posted by: Katie | August 30, 2007 05:59 PM
Oh my gosh. So beautiful!
Posted by: Laurie | August 30, 2007 06:06 PM
It is coming out beautifully. That you're behind schedule does not matter, by thinking things oven and planning ahead you are creating a master piece.
Posted by: Pioggia | August 31, 2007 01:03 PM
I just found your blog and I love it! That sweater is absolutely gorgeous and I'm looking forward to seeing more of it!
Posted by: Sarah | September 1, 2007 03:15 PM