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First sweater

First Sweater

First Sweater

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This project was made as part of a Craftsy course:
The Perfect Fit Seamless Crazy Lace Cardigan »
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Category: Knitting

Type of item: Clothing

For: Men

Style: Casual

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rkr4cds on craftsy.com
rkr4cds
Sep 14, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
>>>>Wandalea I wanted to make one for my guy too--thot I would use a thick, tweedy yarn & Make-1 increases instead of Yarnovers, but he only wants pullovers, darn. This one is great!<<< I was thinking the same thing; there's no reason that this same idea cannot be treated as a pullover as easily as a cardi. Just re-think the math and work as though the pieces are already joined (whether as a V-neck or Crew) as one across the front. Then the only increases will be at the armscye.
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Sep 26, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Sounds like you have a plan. Can be done Best of luck and let me know how it turns out.
San Colechio on craftsy.com
San Colechio
Aug 29, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
looks GREAT
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Aug 29, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you. Being my first sweater at first why did I take on a task like this? After having help from Myra and my wife Lisa made it possible. I liked the fit and style. A big deal because I'm not one for sweaters.
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Aug 29, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
I am looking forward to see some of your work. I have a couple of lace shawls being worked on. One is done and drying after blocking...Learning to read charts. The second is just started. Have some math to work out. But it has promise. (trying to stick to the pattern is hard for me not used to it. I tend to go freeform and create. Sometimes it works and sometimes not. So restart when things do not look nice.
nanaofmany on craftsy.com
nanaofmany
Jul 06, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Nice work!!!
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 09, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank -you, It was my first sweater. My wife said I should have started with a simpler one, but didn't listen. It turned out ok. This is the male version . If I do another for a lady it will have lace and shaping . But will let my wife take the measurements. Overall a great learning experience.
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Zebalithe
Jul 06, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
It's great to see a guy knitting! I taught one of my three sons to knit. He lasted for 2 inches and then gave up. He said it was too boring. My other two sons didn't want to learn to knit, and I think the first son only let me teach him out of pity that I had no daughters to teach. You're doing great. Loved your bathmat, too. :)
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 06, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks I try to do simple things. The bathmat can also be made as a throwrug.
Zebalithe on craftsy.com
Zebalithe
Jul 06, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Excellent! :)
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Aug 30, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
thank you
myra wood on craftsy.com
myra wood
Craftsy Instructor
Jul 06, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Richard, excellent job!!!
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 06, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank-you, You have opened many doors for me. Now I can add lace for the ladies, a hood even pockets.Did you see the pictures of the bathmat and lace shawl I did? Want to ask about doing a chart on the shawl,but I knit starting a small area How can i expand it when I increase.? Will try it doing a small 4, 6 and ect patterns. I'll work it out and send pictures. (What would your hubby think about a sweater like this one? (Keep up your fantastic works. Can I ask if you can be my mentor?)
ShortRow on craftsy.com
ShortRow
Jul 05, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
How fun that you and your wife knit together. It sounds like your styles complement one another, as well. Having no fear is a great quality in knitting. Something that has really helped me is having no fear of "frogging" or ripping back... I try to pass that on to others I'm teaching. I just love to knit and I want to be happy with what I make. Say "hi" to your wife. Esther
ShortRow on craftsy.com
ShortRow
Jul 04, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I'm not sure how/where to answer your question "what do you knit?"... you replied to my comment. Anyway, I knit everything I can find time for: hats, sweaters, cowls, mitts, shawls, toys for grandkids, etc. Does your wife knit, too... I can't talk my husband into it... he's sure he'd have a panic attack. Well, I'm so glad you enjoy it. (I have a bolero on the project page...I haven't started the full length sweater yet because I don't have the yarn for it... soon, though, I hope.) Keep up the great work.
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 05, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
My wife knits and has for over 30 years. Yes you answered my question looks like you are a well rounded knitter. I am a new knitter of 2-3 years Lisa, my wife says I have no fear and questions my color choice at times. I am not one to read patterns (unless I have too) Most to the time a tape measure and row counter and post it pads are my tools .
ShortRow on craftsy.com
ShortRow
Jul 04, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very nice... looks great on you!
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 04, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you. My wife took the picture. I tend to stay behind the camera and take pictures of others. It's comfy and will keep me warm Kind of like simple things. What do you knit?
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FunkyGirlKnits
Jul 04, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I meant I it:))
FunkyGirlKnits on craftsy.com
FunkyGirlKnits
Jul 04, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
it:))) Congratulation on your first sweater! About 20 years ago. I was knitting this sweater to be worn to a party. I was so, worried I couldn't finish it on time. One of my male friend said. "I can help knit you the sleeves and you will wear it" and I did I can never forget that moment of my life...
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 04, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
You are blessed with such good friends. I know that knitters help each other out. I am still learning and ask many questions and value the people that do crafts. Each is so talented and a joy to talk and trade stories
Fairy Knitter on craftsy.com
Fairy Knitter
Jul 03, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Fantastic - I work with a guy who comes on our knitting trips to the wool shop - by unfortunately my husband will only model not par-take.
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 03, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Well, your Husband is there and helping you. I love going to yarn shops with my wife. Get to see and feel good yarns. Plus talk to knitters and get good tips on how to's . I also pick out colors that are wilder than she does.Slowly getting a stash of my own. I'm a yarn have addiction. Can anyone help me.lol...
Damsel on craftsy.com
Damsel
Jul 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Great Job!
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks, You also do amazing works.I admire people that create works of art.
Damsel on craftsy.com
Damsel
Jul 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you so much, I knit but not like you!
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all-thumbs
Jul 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Congratulation! For a first sweater, you did a fabulous job. Further congratulation for being a guy knitter. We all need creative outlets. I am trying to interest my husband because it is great way to zone out and meditate.
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Thank you. As for your husband knitting..It will take time and he needs to find knitting on his own. I use it to fight stress and
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
keeps me from away from the snacks while watching TV.
Wandalea on craftsy.com
Wandalea
Jul 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
I wanted to make one for my guy too--thot I would use a thick, tweedy yarn & Make-1 increases instead of Yarnovers, but he only wants pullovers, darn. This one is great!
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
Could you make it a v neck and join the front? Should work with increases just get the measurements right. Can be done.
MamaNoah on craftsy.com
MamaNoah
Jul 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
Very nice & looks comfortable
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 02, 2012   Flag as inappropriate
It is thanks.
rjguay on craftsy.com
rjguay
Jul 02, 2012    Flag as inappropriate
This is the simple sweater for guys...Can and will do lace for the ladies. If asked... Loved the class Mrya..Learned plenty and will come back to the lessons to to refreash and pick up more details. Had fun.

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