WIP - Update on Crochet Sweater

February 3, 2022



I recently decided to make a goal for myself and make a crocheted sweater.  I have an update on the crocheted sweater project that I started working on.  

I thought I would need more yarn for the sweater I was working on as I bought six skeins of yarn.  I went to a Michaels store again to find more of the yarn as directed in the crochet pattern.  Well, the Michaels store did not have the Taupe color I needed for the sweater.  I thought I would pick up two to four skeins of the yarn.  I walked out of the store with no more extra yarn.


Well, I've been working on the sweater for about an hour each afternoon for the past two weeks. 


I've made a good amount of progress on the sweater when I realized that the sweater was going to be too big-fitting on me. 
 

I used the pattern directions for a size small.  I held the rectangle piece up to me and it looked too big.  This is for an oversized sweater but I don't want it to be huge fitting on me.  I unraveled and took apart the sweater.  I now had to figure out the different chain stitching to start the project all over again.  I figured it out and I'm hoping the new sizing will be better. 


I realize that this crocheted sweater is a challenge to make.  I'm not in any rush to have this sweater done but I want it to look good.  

Wish me luck on the progress with making this sweater.

 


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17 comments

  1. That's a shame that you had to start over, but when you finish it, I'm sure you will feel a great sense of accomplishment!

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  2. I know it will be beautiful when you finish this sweater. It seems like a big challenge but when you are done it will look so pretty. I love the color. xoxo Kris

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  3. It's good you figured it out before you got too far into it. It will be worth it when you're done I'm sure. I can't wait to see the finished sweater on you!

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  4. It's looking really good and it's helpful that you noticed the sizing was too big early so you could adjust the pattern! I think perfection can't be rushed and you have to take your time and be happy with it :) Good luck finishing it!

    Hope that you are having a good week :)

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  5. That really is a big project and know you'll make it beautiful! This color is pretty on you!

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  6. I know it’s frustrating when you’ve invested time in a project and realize it need to be tweaked but it’s worth taking it apart and starting over. I think it may have to do with how much tension you have on the yarn as you hold it. Wishing you lots luck this time! It looks beautiful so far and I know you’ll enjoy wearing your own creation! Zenda

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  7. I love the color, best of luck! I have a hard enough time finding the patience for itty Barbie clothes, couldn't imagine making a sweater for myself:@)

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  8. Beautiful, beautiful work and I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE the color! Happy needlework! xo Diana

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  9. I hope that you will have enough yarn for the sweater Julie, it's awful when the size doesn't turn out right you have to start again and figure out the number of stitches. Good luck with it I hope that it turns out the perfect fit. Have a lovely weekend. xx

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  10. It looks beautiful, Julie. Sizing is so hard, I'm glad you were able to rework it, but I know that's a lot of work. It's amazing that you have the skills to modify to fit you better. Can't wait to see more updates! Have a great weekend!

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  11. I am sure it will look good in the end! Too bad you had to frog it.

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  12. Aww Julie, so sorry the sizing is wrong. The color is lovely and when it gets finished, it will look so pretty. Happy week ahead.

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  13. I'm another who believes it will be beautiful and well worth all your hard work. Yarn looks lovely.
    Amalia
    xo

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  14. I’m impressed that you want to make a sweater, Julie, and I wish you luck!

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  15. Gah, I hate when you go back into the store for something you need and it's no longer there. I hope the sweater turns out great and fits just right.

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