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I had the idea to do the same sweater in a smaller gauge in very neutral, non-gender specific colors (or as close as I could get to them). I picked my palette:
And when my yarn finally arrived, I got a'knittin:
I am totally in love with the color scheme, but I am having some tension issues. Colorwork with a silk alpaca sportweight yarn on size 0 needles was maybe not the greatest idea- lesson learned. I'm hoping blocking helps a bit... we'll see.
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Your sweaters are lovely! I think both colorways are wonderful. Your baby will be cozy in style!!
ReplyDeleteThose colours are absolutely wonderful together. Very nice!
ReplyDeleteI love the colors! It's going to look awesome!
ReplyDeleteI have the same problem with any project I use Blue Sky's alpaca silk for. It's beautiful but really tricky.
ReplyDeleteAdorable sweaters!
Oh it's lovely! Great colors!! It will be perfect!!
ReplyDeleteThe colors are so soft and pretty! Blocking usually does wonders. This is proof!
ReplyDeletehttp://stringsofpurls.blogspot.com/2010/03/blocking-magic.html
Wow, a cardi on a pregnant brain! I think the colors are really beautiful and it looks perfect to me.- Steph
ReplyDeleteoooh, your colour scheme is perfect!! I love the muted, natural colours you chose.
ReplyDeleteI really love your color palette, especially now that it's all together. I'm sure blocking will help!
ReplyDeleteI got the pleasure of seeing this in person… it's such a sweet knit. Your lil' one is going to look just perfect in it - can't wait for you!
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