Thursday, March 26, 2015

Off the Needles











It came off the needles almost a month ago, and judging by the many times I have worn, yes, I do indeed love my February Lady Sweater.

This was a top down knit, with a lovely repetitive pattern that was easy to memorize. I loved knitting it, and love wearing it even more. There will definitely be another in my future.
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  1. UnknownMarch 26, 2015 at 5:31 AM

    Oh it's really really lovely. You're soooo talented... (sea shells have made their way to Pyrenees...- Issa was so happy!!!! - Thanks a lot to Reece)

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:08 PM

      Thank you Sandra. So happy they arrived, and that Issa is enjoying them :)

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  2. YanicMarch 26, 2015 at 6:30 AM

    Lovely finish my friend, and lovely pictures!
    Have a wonderful day. xo

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  3. moongirlMarch 26, 2015 at 7:13 AM

    Oh my that is so beautiful! I can see why you love it so much. I am going to check out the link! ;)

    And I love the door ornament you show. Looks perfect with the surroundings of lingering snow.

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:09 PM

      Thank you! It is the perfect cardigan.

      That is the gate that goes out to the "back forty". We added that ornament years ago, and love it!

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  4. AnonymousMarch 26, 2015 at 8:28 AM

    It is so pretty Kim... mari

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  5. Old Gates FarmMarch 26, 2015 at 8:36 AM

    Love it! You did a great job! Does the pattern seem true to size? I want to knit on now. :)

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:11 PM

      Thanks! Yes, true to size. I have to admit though, I didn't knit a swatch first :)

      Definitely knit one, you will love it!

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  6. karenMarch 26, 2015 at 8:49 AM

    beautiful! and in a color I adore :) I think that the FLS is one of the best top down knitting sweaters.

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:11 PM

      I knew you would love the colour Karen. It is such a wonderful knit, can't wait to do another one.

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  7. Tracey ~ CloverMarch 26, 2015 at 9:59 AM

    I love it all Kim, the sweater, the buttons, the gate handles, all of it are just so beautiful.
    I have had the February Lady Sweater in my queue since I first learned to knit, but have
    yet to cast on ,now seeing yours I will be casting on soon.

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:11 PM

      Awe, thank you Tracey. You definitely have to, you will love it!

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  8. EMMAMarch 26, 2015 at 10:24 AM

    What a beautiful sweater and a lovely interesting way of presenting it. Is that door on your land? Such a detailed handel on such rustic wood, I wonder what it looked like when it was brand new?
    Thank you for your beautiful card, it arrived today.

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:13 PM

      Thanks Emma. Yes, it is a gate that goes out to the "back forty". Justin found it years ago, and we thought it looked lovely on the gate. Justin made the gate out of old barn boards.

      Wow, that was quick!

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  9. ericaMarch 26, 2015 at 10:29 AM

    it is lovely!!! I'm sure it looks wonderful on you. xoxo

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  10. AnonymousMarch 26, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    Love the color! Beautiful sweater. I also love the gate!

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  11. AnkeMarch 26, 2015 at 12:08 PM

    Your February Lady Sweater is beautiful!! I adore the color you picked for it! I made one for myself a while back and it is one of my favorites. The only thing I changed was the sleeve length, I made my sleeves longer.

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:14 PM

      Thanks Anke. And you see, I love it with the three quarter sleeves, that way they aren't getting in the way :)

      Definitely added to my favourite knit list :)

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  12. Darcel {MahoganyWayMama}March 26, 2015 at 1:26 PM

    That is a gorgeous pattern and color! I like the buttons and it looks bright against the snow.

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  13. AndreaMarch 26, 2015 at 2:44 PM

    What a cool photo series...love that gate knob. AND gorgeous sweater. One of my favorite colors. Nice work!

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  14. CocoMarch 26, 2015 at 4:11 PM

    Beautiful, Kim! I especially love those handmade, I'm assuming ;), buttons. I've tried those myself quite a few times, but no matter what I do, they get huge cracks in our arid climate. I will try again someday, but for now I'll admire yours. Love the color too. Like Marigolds.

    I've been sitting on this pattern for a while, I even already have the yarn. I thought it would be perfect for my mother, who has been asking for a sweater for several years. I'm not quite disciplined enough to take on adult sweaters. Vests I can usually manage. Although, I'm on year two of one for John. Well, maybe if I cast on now I'll have them both down by Christmas!

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    1. Kim March 26, 2015 at 5:16 PM

      Thanks Coco, and yes, handmade buttons. You can see a crack in one of them too, it happens. Yes, like marigolds, I like that :)

      I think you should go for it, it is an awesome knit, and if you start now, you could definitely have it finished in time :)

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  15. sustainablemumMarch 26, 2015 at 4:13 PM

    What a gorgeous colour. I love the buttons.

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  16. JulieMarch 26, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    Just beautiful, Kim!!

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  17. Luisa Holistic Massage & HealingMarch 26, 2015 at 6:04 PM

    Oh wow! absolutely stunning!!! and all the photos are really nice :)

    Lluisa xoxo

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  18. Carie @ Space for the ButterfliesMarch 26, 2015 at 7:33 PM

    It's beautiful - I love the colour, it's that lovely warm shade to brighten up the greyist of days and it looks wonderfully snuggly too!

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    1. Kim March 27, 2015 at 8:09 AM

      Thanks Carie. It has been brightening up my days, and keeping me warm on the damp, cool days of spring.

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  19. ShelMarch 26, 2015 at 8:48 PM

    Oh Kim, it's just gorgeous! Will you make me one?! Someday I hope to have half the knitting talent you do! Well done, dear friend! xo

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    1. Kim March 27, 2015 at 8:10 AM

      Awe, thanks Shel! Hmmm...you know if you want one, we could chat about it :)

      Just keep those needles a clicking my friend, you will get there.

      xo

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  20. AimeeMarch 27, 2015 at 2:35 AM

    Oh thats gorgeous!

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  21. Mama Gone GreenMarch 27, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    It's lovely!!

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  22. Julie Maloney HandmadeMarch 27, 2015 at 4:10 PM

    Love the handle, love the gate. It looks like the gateway to a secret garden.

    Love your knit Kim, the buttons, the pattern, gorgeous. I have this on my list of things to knit. I'm currently knitting the Tea Leaves Cardi in a gorgeous natural green and I'm loving it. Slowly but surely.

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos. Much love xo

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    1. Kim March 27, 2015 at 4:22 PM

      Awe, thank you Julie. I should look at the Tea Leaves Cardi, I think that would be a good one to knit too. Slowly but surely is the best way to go my friend.

      My pleasure, sending much love and hugs your way. xo

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  23. kathy bMarch 27, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    that is just so beautiful . Orange is so refreshing in winter

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    1. Kim March 27, 2015 at 9:05 PM

      Thank you. And yes, refreshing, especially after the winter we have had :)

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  24. KristenMarch 27, 2015 at 9:51 PM

    Kim, so glad to hear from you today. Our year has been long and unbelievable in many ways, but I'm slowly feeling a renewed hope. I have checked in occasionally with your blog and have enjoyed your beautiful work. Thanks for your kind comment today

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    1. Kim March 28, 2015 at 9:35 PM

      It was lovely to see you in your space Kristen. I am glad hope has found you again, you will make it through this, and your strength will continue to grow.

      Hugs. xo

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  25. UnknownMarch 27, 2015 at 10:51 PM

    LOVE that color so much and the little buttons - and judging by the size I'm gonna say you are petite haha. I bet you look lovely in it!

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  26. NoémieMarch 28, 2015 at 6:18 AM

    I love it, so beautiful... I hope that I arrive to knit a wonderful sweater like that some day (for me for once) ! ;)

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    1. Kim March 28, 2015 at 9:36 PM

      Thank you! Yes, you do need to knit one, and it has to be for you :)

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  27. АллаMarch 28, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    Прекрасная работа! Браво! Очень красивый цвет!

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  28. fjord girlMarch 28, 2015 at 6:26 PM

    What a gorgeous cardi Kim , I bet it looks beautiful on you . Such a warm, pretty color and love the textured pattern!

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    1. Kim March 28, 2015 at 9:37 PM

      Thanks Camilla! I think after seeing your barn sweater, that just might be next for me :)

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  29. jennyMarch 29, 2015 at 11:33 AM

    oh my... love that sweater... love that gate!! lovely stitching!!!

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  30. UnknownMarch 31, 2015 at 6:08 PM

    That sweater is stunning Kim. Oh my, those buttons. I like the gate very much too. :)

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  31. Wonky PatchworkApril 1, 2015 at 4:04 PM

    What a beautiful photo shoot there! Love the gate, love the sweater and love the buttons!

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  32. Karin-IdaApril 6, 2015 at 12:46 PM

    It is beautiful Kim, I love the colour! And the pictures!!

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  33. FrontierDreamsMay 13, 2015 at 1:19 AM

    This is stunning!! You are inspiring me to finish mine!

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    1. Kim May 13, 2015 at 7:01 AM

      Thanks Nicole. Can't wait to see yours :)

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