Short and Sweet
Thank goodness that when a sewing machine isn’t available the crochet hook is! This little cardigan is Short and Sweet, from The Happy Hooker. It has been made by hundreds of people on Ravelry, and I see why.
The yarn is Lincraft Bamboozle, which is a cotton/bamboo blend. I’ve used it in a number of projects now, and I really like it. The lacy pattern keeps it interesting to crochet, although I did have to pay attention and re-do a few parts.
One of the most difficult things with this pattern was working out what size to make. The jumps between sizes are fairly significant. Yarn substitution also has its hazards. I eventually decided to make a medium, with the armhole depth in size large.
And apologies – I threw it on to have photos taken and didn’t realise it’s inside out! See, we all make mistakes. But this photo gives you an idea of the fit.
The sleeves are crocheted onto the body once the fronts and backs are joined and being worked together (it’s a seamless cardigan). I added a few rows to the body length to make sure it would come down to my waist. And now for another shot of it on me, no makeup and hair not done. I’m not vain!
As you can see, the fronts are very narrow. It’s not meant to do up, Mum! Next time I make it I will do more repeats across the front and see if I can make a cardigan that does do up, but I think it may take some thought. Anyway, I started this at the beginning of January and managed to finish it by the end, so I’m happy! It’s my first crocheted adult garment. And I’m learning all the time.
It’s lovely, Lara! I love the lacy look of this design. I would never have guessed that this is your first adult sized crochet project. You are such a pro.
It’s beautiful! The color looks lovely on you!
Hi Lara.
computer problems at my place …so lucky I am annie’s. Just wanted to say thanks for the parcel received today. it had been opened at one end…I think the post office is getting suspicious of all my parcels…
I love that colour green it looks great on you !.
The cardy looks great Lara! The green looks wonderful on you as well.
It looks great! And it looks really nice on you. 🙂
Well- you did a great job figuring out how to make this work for you- Looks great! I think it would be cute done up too with a pretty little button!
I am duly impressed! And the colour is wonderful on you. You’ll have fun wearing this one.
Very nice indeed and love the color….can’t wait for another one.
This is lovely – no doubt it will get lots of wear when the slight cool of the evenings hit – whenever that might be!! (written as we melt in 44+ degrees!)
Looks fab! Great colour – very clever and quick!
I’ve had a thought – would you be interested in doing a Quilt-Along with me and anyone else, making a ‘Hidden Wells’ quilt? I love the idea of lots of quilts of the same pattern but finding each unique through the colour placements. I was really fascinated with the quilt show ones – one being red/white/black and the other made of Kaffe – I had to keep going back to each other to check they were the same pattern!
on seeing the first pic I thought, “lucky Clare, but I’d like one of those” and it is in adult size and looks amazing!! I was at Chad today as the power had been off for 14 hours and counting, and saw crochet in some pretty select stores. You’re always on a winner Lara!
I love this, it’s gorgeous! The colour is wonderful – looks great!
Wow! That’s gorgeous and I don’t usually go for crocheted tops. I’d wear that in a flash! And I agree with the others, the colour is perfect for you. Great job. 🙂
That’s really pretty! I love the colour too!
It’s Thornberry green & just fabulous. Great job Lara.
That is sensational!! I love the colour and the pattern – it looks fabulous on you. Well done Lara!
That is one lovely cardigan!
Sweet little cardigan. I love the complicated looking lace pattern.
Ok.. I’m going to sound like al the rest. “Great little cardie and the colour really suits you!” See, that’s what I get for being so tardy with my blog comments these days.
Well done Lara- it’s brilliant for your 1st adult crochet item. Being a knitter more than a crocheter (can do double) the pattern looks awesomely complicated. P.S. I have a mother like that too.
oh my goodness! it’s absolutely beautiful!! I’m going to have to look it up on ravelry right now!!