Thursday, November 8, 2012

Julia's Penelope


I finished this little vest quite a few weeks back. It took me about three weeks to sit down and stitch a few little stitches to attach the velvet ribbon. I'm not really sure why, but I have a feeling many other crafters suffer from that habit of procrastinating those last few rows or stitches.

 

I borrowed the delightful, Lovely Knits for Little Girls from the local library. I would definitely describe most of the patterns as being in the advanced category, and while very pretty to look at, they do make me feel a little too nervous to attempt at this stage. Maybe one day.

So of course I attempted the easiest project in the book, The Penelope Garter Stitch Vest. It was very easy, and in fact surprisingly quick. The wool was lovely and soft to knit with. Overall one of those great, easy projects where you don't run into any problems. I'm quite happy with how the back detail adds a little interest to an otherwise plain back.




The one part I did find a little challenging was the crochet border. Most of you will know that I have absolutely no experience with crochet, so I was a little apprehensive about this part. Luckily I found some clear instructions in an old crochet book Introduction to Crochet, a Golden Hands volume I'd picked up at a garage sale a few years ago. I knew it would come in handy one day.





I'm pleased that although made of wool, it's small and cropped, so provides a little extra warmth during this unpredictable Spring, while not being too warm.

I think she likes it.




Ravelled here.


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27 comments:

  1. What pretty colours, isn't she just beautiful xxBrenda

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  2. I love the vest but CANNOT keep my eyes off the cabinet in the background. Elaina xo

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  3. It looks so beautiful on your daughter, the colours suit her....

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  4. So beautiful! Both the girl and the vest...

    Fine

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  5. Lovely vest, great job!
    Also you have chosen the colours really well, they suit your daughter well.

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  6. Lovely vest, and fantastic colour choice - it looks great on your beautiful daughter!

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  7. It's beautiful!! Love the combination of colours - really suits your daughter. I like the gathered detail on the back x

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  8. It's gorgeous Tania and Julie looks very happy. x

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  9. Beautiful colours and they suit her perfectly :-)

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  10. Ha! I've just posted a project from that very same book.
    Mine has a different cover though.
    I only wish I'd borrowed instaed of bought.

    And how gorgeous is your vest!!
    I adore it in all its multi coloured glory.
    Gorgeous!! x

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  11. I see she takes after you! What beautiful eyes and smile she has. The vest is very sweet. I have this book too and hope my skills will be up for the challenge by the time Emerson is a bit older. :)

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  12. What a sweet little vest and those colours look gorgeous on your beautiful daughter! Mel x

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  13. Absolutely lovely - truly. And just suits the wearer perfectly!

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  14. Lovely! And what a beautiful child! Keep the knitty inspiration coming, i'm lapping it up!

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  15. That's one beautiful smile.
    Such a pretty vest. The velvet ribbon really completes it.
    x

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  16. Your daughter looks beautiful and so happy with the vest you made her! What a cute pattern, and you chose the perfect yarn for it.

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  17. The vest and your daughter are very pretty. I also like your collection of vases in the background. Are they all thrifted?

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  18. What a lovely top. I love the little pleat at the back, the ribbon tie, and the mix of colours.

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  19. Looks, beautiful, I love multicoloured wool!

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  20. You did a great job on the vest, looks so pretty and I love all the colours in it. Your little girl is SO beautiful.

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  21. oh so sweet and I am the same I find finishing SO difficult - just too tedious for words :o)

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  22. It is wonderful and Julia looks just terrific in it!

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  23. It's gorgeous. The ribbon is the icing on the cake. Your little model looks beautiful and so grown up.

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  24. What a great and good looking girl! ;o)

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  25. The vest is lovely, great colours. The real star is your very beautiful daughter. I know the feeling of procrastination. I have a rug that needs about five more crocheted rows and it's been like that for about 6 weeks!

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