Finished my Stephanie, just in time for fall, apparently. The Berroco Weekend I used is actually pretty dense, at least at the gauge I knit it at, so it should make for a good layering piece. I think the yarn might do better at a slightly loose gauge, actually. This turned out a bit bulletproof.
I did my usual haphazard job at seaming, although since the wedding sweaters I’ve improved. The finished project could use some serious blocking, though. I washed it in the sink to get some of the residual dye out (there was quite a lot!) and tossed it in the dryer for a smidge, then hung it to dry the rest of the way.
The pattern itself is well-written, and the few parts I was confused about were quickly figured out. The back scoops down a bit too low for my tastes, but since I’m not planning on wearing it by itself that won’t matter. The sleeves ride up but I think that’s more due to the yarn I used and how tightly I threaded the drawstring. Something with a bit more drape would lie perfectly, I think. It’s worth taking into consideration the last time you shaved your armpits, because those are the very definition of cap sleeves and the way the pattern is written it’s pretty much a sleeveless top with fancy shoulders. All in all, pretty happy. I bought a few more patterns last time White Lies had a sale, so it’s to my pattern stash I look for my next lacy project. Maybe Colette?