Another month, another Dixie DIY Hot Cocoa Sweater for me! After my first animal print one I
knew I'd be making more and this softer than soft, raspberry wool
blend was the perfect candidate. It really is buttery soft and feels
divine on bare skin.
I literally have nothing to add about
the construction - it was as easy peasy to make as before and like
last time I added 3 inches to both front and back pieces. I would
just say that when working with similar fabric, be aware that it's
easy to over stretch it, so stay-stitching your neckline is a must.
As much as I'd like to be chic and
demure, I can't seem to cope with plain very well. So I decided to
spruce this basic sweater up by trying out a new-to-me
technique...appliqué. Unsurprisingly, I went for flowers and
attempted to create a flower chain / necklace effect.
The result is a rather 'handmade' one,
but you know what...it is handmade! So I'm embracing it for what it
is. If anyone else wants to know how to add such a 'unique' twist to
their makes, I'm happy to post a 'how to' - just let me know in the
comments so I can judge the level of disinterest interest.
Super cute! Love that color and the cozyness. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Sue, it really is cosy!
DeleteCute top! That Hot Cocoa sweater is really a winner! Nice touch with the applique - it feels very "you" and that's what's important.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sallie...I can totally see you in this style of sweater by the way ;o)
DeleteCute sweater (I really gotta get on this pattern already). Additionally, you so pretty.
ReplyDeleteAaaw, thanks and right back at ya!!!
DeleteThat color is gorgeous on you!
ReplyDeleteThank you Tiffany, I think this colour will suit so many complexions!
DeleteIt's a gorgeous colour! Where did you find the fabric?
ReplyDeleteThank you lady! I got it from my local market for just £6 p/m...may have been less! I have some leftover I can send you and if you'd like more I can get you some?
DeleteYou are such an enabler! Stop it! But thank you for the kind offer:)
DeleteLove the colour and you are right to embrace its homely quality. The design is very similar to a Vogue top I made that I just live in.
ReplyDeleteThanks Gail! You've just got to accept things for what they are sometimes ;o)
DeletePerfect colour, super cute applique!
ReplyDeleteXilia euxapisto Vivika mou!
DeleteThat fabric looks delish and the colour is a great one on you too. Nice job! This pattern has been added to my very long to do list!
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Thanking you Portia! I know what you mean about long (or seemingly never ending) to do lists, but this sweater's a winner ;o)
DeleteI love this color, and I love the applique you've added to this!! Overall, it's a perfect top to me - and it looks so cozy :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Meg, you're too nice!
DeleteIt's lovely! And it looks so cosy and comfortable. Love the colour on you, too :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, it's sooooo comfy!
DeleteIt's so pretty and I'm sure it will be used so much.
ReplyDeleteHow's yours coming along Rachel?
DeleteI love this, looks womderfully confortable and cute! I should add it to my pattern pile:)
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Thanks Freya!
DeleteAhh! This is so cute! I love that color on you!
ReplyDeleteThanks lady....where's yours?
Deletecute! i love both your versions and the appliques are a fun way to dress it up. i don't think they look too "homemade".
ReplyDeleteThanks Dixie, you're so kind!
DeleteAnother beautiful hot cocoa!! I'm desperately awaiting a window of time in all this xmas/work madness to whip a couple myself... The colour is absolutely stunning on you - and I know what you mean - I'm not such a fan of plain either and I think the floral applique is most welcome, and totally on the right side of handmade! Love it x
ReplyDeleteIt's very cute, and it looks sooooo comfy! I love that color. It's a very nice shade for you. I think the applique is adorable and ads to the coziness. :)
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