I really wasn't sure how I'd feel about a pullover sweater when I began knitting Wicked. I'm such a dedicated cardigan girl, that I had concerns I'd feel trapped. It's not so much a claustrophobic thing (because obviously I can wear t-shirts aplenty) as not being able to cool down whenever I want. The biggest selling feature of a cardi is that someone who is always too hot can just unzip or unbutton a bit to regulate her temperature.
As it turns out, Wicked works nicely for me. I wore it all yesterday afternoon post-photo shoot and didn't feel trapped once. The silk in the Brooks Farm Fourplay gives it a lighter, drapier feeling than straight up wool would and the short sleeves and wide neckline don't make me overheat.
In the end I went pocketless and I'm ok with that. The last thing I want is to add some poochiness where I don't need it. Overall, I think Wicked v.2 is a winner. Just remember, if you knit it, heed my warnings and knit it with plenty of negative ease. I knit this one two sizes below my measurements.
looks great! I really like it without the pocket, and Four Play is a great yarn. (also: thanks for the tip on the sizing/negative ease.)
Posted by: ann | March 24, 2008 at 13:22
Oooh that's really cute! I think I need to make one!
Posted by: Jenni | March 24, 2008 at 13:23
It looks lovely!
Posted by: Danielle | March 24, 2008 at 13:30
It looks terrific! That last photo is truly wonderful.
Posted by: Carole | March 24, 2008 at 13:43
You're making me want to tackle Wicked again! My first go-round was, well, my first sweater, so I didn't notice any warning signs and it came out way to big. I'm loving the color of yours and the short sleeves.
Posted by: carla | March 24, 2008 at 14:22
Congrats! The color is dreamy. I love how shapely it is. I've been wanting to knit a vest or pullover for some time. This is great inspiration.
Posted by: Rosa | March 24, 2008 at 14:54
Honey, you are totally rocking that sweater! Gorgeous and marvelous. The color is so deep and rich and looks great! R
Posted by: Rhonda | March 24, 2008 at 15:25
I love it! The colour looks great on you. Thank you for the sizing tip too!
Posted by: terhi | March 24, 2008 at 16:13
Wicked looks great on you! And the colour is perfect. BTW, did Teek give back the swatch?
Posted by: Dotty | March 24, 2008 at 16:48
Your Wicked turned out great and it looks really cute on you!
Posted by: Jaime | March 24, 2008 at 18:06
It really turned out great - just perfect on you!
Posted by: Cheryl | March 24, 2008 at 18:14
It came out really cute. Love the color!
Posted by: mari | March 24, 2008 at 18:54
It looks great and the color looks wonderful on you too. I love green.
Posted by: Sue | March 24, 2008 at 19:07
That looks amazing on you! What a beautiful job and yarn choice. I like it without the pockets too.
The last photos is fantastic, by the way.
Posted by: gonzomama | March 24, 2008 at 19:52
Wow, that sweater is so absolutely amazing on you. Such a flattering fit! I think it looks much better without pockets, too. Thanks for the negative ease tip. I'll keep that in mind when I make mine.
Posted by: Sharon | March 24, 2008 at 20:31
It's beautiful-I am a cardigan girl too-but wow I just might try one!
Posted by: Theresa | March 24, 2008 at 23:47
It looks just beautiful and fantastic on you! Now I want to try out this pattern for myself.
Posted by: chris | March 25, 2008 at 07:04
Beautiful and so flattering! I'm feeling inspired to make one now, too. Thanks for the sizing tips. I tend to knit a size too large since I'm not a tiny girl and I don't want to look too busty. Of course that results in bag-like knitted garments. :-(
Posted by: Jodi | March 25, 2008 at 11:37
It looks great! I haven't been inspired to knit this one before, but now it's looking like a fun, easy sort of project for spring. But really, two sizes down? Is the pattern oversized, or is it really stretchy? (It looks like stockinette to me, and mine isn't usually that elastic, but I'm probably missing something.)
Posted by: Suzanne V. (Yarnhog) | March 25, 2008 at 11:38
I love Brooks Farm yarns and I now know what I can make with my Fourplay!
You look marvelous!
Posted by: Jody | March 25, 2008 at 12:59
I love Brooks Farm yarns and I now know what I can make with my Fourplay!
You look marvelous!
Posted by: Jody | March 25, 2008 at 12:59
I followed you here from your etsy shop-- gorgeous sweater, that complements you perfectly. I'm not a knitter, but my sister in law is, and I think she will enjoy your blog very much.
Posted by: bipolarlawyercook | March 25, 2008 at 18:11
Wicked cute! Glad you went pocketless.
Posted by: Manise | March 25, 2008 at 23:58
Me encanta el jersey, visito tu blog muy a menudo. Es uno de mis favoritos. Físicamente me parezco mucho a tí, a si que me das muchas ideas. Ahora me estoy haciendo un Top Down. Felicidades por tus trabajos.
Posted by: Rosa | March 26, 2008 at 05:14
Caro, it looks wonderful! I need to add this to my Ravelry queue.
Posted by: diana | March 26, 2008 at 10:51