Let’s start the week off with a finished object, shall we?
Sunday evening I finished off my modified version of the Lipstick Cardigan – this time I made a Henley! And in case you forgot what my first Lipstick Cardigan looked like, here’s a side by side comparison of the two projects.
When I made the first version I didn’t make it with the intended ease, I wanted it to be a fitted summer cardigan and I love it that way. This time around I decided since I was going to use Berroco Modern Cotton yarn I should make it with the ease intended but turn it into a top instead of another cardigan. And the first time I made it I kept thinking that the shoulder detail needed to POP more so I made it in a contrasting color so it really is highlighted.
I love that this is a longer back style but I didn’t love how my short rows turned out. I didn’t do the German short rows and just did traditional wrap and turns and I ended up with some small holes on one side – but only I will notice unless I point them out. Not the cleanest but hey it’s totally wearable. Plus I like to point out my issues since everyone likes to think I have perfect knits – I make lots of mistakes! I also toyed with making it a bit longer and remembered that this is cotton and after wearing it all day it will stretch a bit more so I’m fine with it as is and will just see how much it really grows in the front on its own.
I decided on going with a henley version, a lot of people have done that modification if you look at the project pages on Ravelry. I worked it like the cardigan pattern and then once I had about 4 inches for buttons I decided to add in 6 stitches and join in the round. I also sewed down the placard/button band to make it more stable since cotton can be drapey. Oh and since it was cotton I went with garter stitch edges instead of ribbing.
Perhaps if I make this one again it would just be a full on crew neck instead of even bothering with buttons. It really is a great pattern that’s easy to modify (I also still didn’t do the lace sleeves and opted for stockinette stitch sleeves). And with the ease built into the pattern it’s light and breezy for the insanely humid DC summer days. Now I have to decide what to knit for myself next! I’ve got a pile of more Berroco Modern Cotton but in a super bright pink! I’m thinking a feminine top should be next, any suggestions?
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Yards of Happiness 
So cute! I love it as a Henley:)
Thanks!
You are one awesome Knitting Chick! Love it!
HAHAHA why thank you. Just trying to fill my closet with stuff I made!
Dana I really love the Henley style!! Great job..
Thank you!
Awesome mods!!! Maybe I’ll just quit looking for patterns and knit everything you knit. LOL
HAHAHAHAH hey it makes it easier 😉
the contrasting on the sleeves and yoke are really eye-catching, great piece! Joji Locatelli has a LOT of REALLY feminine designs AND I think she’s just put out a few new designs THIS month! Vicky Chan also has a great collection of really feminine crochet/knit designs too! Check them out on Rvlry. Way to go DWJ, so glad you’re knitting-ventures are continuing! 😉
Hmmm…I hadn’t looked at any of Joji’s new patterns. Good idea!
You are amazing. I love the henley style FO much more than the cardigan.
The two colours really work well together; I love the lime green! Nice work and nice way to start the week.