The Devil is in the Details: One Sweater Infinite Possibilities

 

I must admit to falling victim to typecasting patterns simply by looking at some one's color choices or the styling of the end result; paying little attention to the potential for improvisation. I'm not like this when I go shopping, so why am I so dismissive with potential knitting projects?

The answer is most likely because when you go shopping all that's required is a choice, with little consequence. You like, you buy. Simple as that! Knitting a project is a bit more intimate and finite than just picking out a cool top. You can't try it on or see it in it's potential finality. You're taking a chance and playing a knitter's version of Russian Roulette. A lot of scrutiny goes into a potential project that most of us don't even apply to our love lives! (Case in point, the dreaded Sweater Curse!)

After I came across The Purl Bee's Cap Sleeve Top via Ravelry, it occurred to me that my haphazard way of choosing a  pattern was all wrong. At first glance, this particular pattern seems a bit of a bore really; however, after having seen some of the other postings of this very same sweater, I became inspired!

 

 

 

I'm thinking this would look great over-sized in Plum and Dark Grey..... and worn over a long sleeve black top. Perfect for the upcoming fall weather!

 

Madeline Tosh Sport

Dahlia & Graphite

 

Thoughts?