Both of my current works in progress are in the land stockinette. First I have the Yoke Leaf Top from Knit.1 Spring/summer 2009 (ravelry link). The yarn is Berroco Comfort, a nylon/acrylic blend. I'm hoping the sweater will be cool enough for summer. It's sleeveless, but the nylon might not be that great in hot weather. I really love the leaf design on the yoke. I've already done the I-cord trim on the armholes because I wanted to test out the fit. I just have the neck I-cord and the remaining stockinette body section to do.
I've also cast on for the ubiquitous Hey,Teach! from knitty.com. 1172 ravelers can't be wrong. Miracle of miracles, I'm actually using the recommended Knit One Crochet Too 2nd Time Cotton. I think this is the first garment in which I'm not doing a yarn substitution. I really like this yarn. The hank feels stiff, but once knitted, the garment is really soft with a nice drape.
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That is beautiful! I have the magazine and am thinking about starting the pattern soon. However, I'm a bit worried about the short rows. Was that difficult? How does one do short rows in the round?
Both of your tops are pretty, but I especially like the Yoke Leaf Top. So lacy and pretty for summer.
I love the stitch pattern on the first top - very cute!
Hi crochetgurl -- the short rows are actually not done in the round. They are done on each of the front and back halves before being joined for knitting in the round. They shape the section just above the armpits where the yoke is curved.
I do short rows all the time, so I don't find them difficult. The pattern has a lot of interesting little techniques you can learn, but it's actually a straightforward knit.
I luv your top!! I have about 12 balls of the Berroco Comfort that I may have to pick up that magazine and give it a whirl! :)
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