I'm trying my hand at knitting some summer tops. I'm al little nervous. My weight has fluctuated due to a season of health issues. Well, you can't take in or let out knitting like you can a sewn garment. It's made me reticent to knit tops and sweaters. Anyway, I decided to just take the plunge. I feel a little nervous to even share because... what if the top I'm knitting doesn't fit nicely?? Knitting always has a bit of a risk to it.


1-3: the top I'm currently knitting. I am adding a ribbed hem to it, just to pull it in a bit at the bottom, so it blouses a bit. I'm also considering adding some subtle waist shaping to it, as I typically do better with that. The photos here are of someone's finished project -- not the designer's original photos. I would wear the top styled like this, so chose these photos.

4. This was a strong contender. I may still try it. Just worried about it being a little too much like a "sack" once knit up.

5. Another strong contender that I may yet knit up this summer. I really love the shaping built-in to the ribbing. Very va-vaoom to my eye!

6. Vintage goodness. I've had this on my list forever. Admittedly, a higher neck like this isn't necessarily my best. Open necks are better. But I do love the 50s vibe of this, so it may happen.

7-9. On the fence about this one though I love the lace on the back! I'm just never sure if a-line shape tops are good on me or not.

10. Also a strong contender. Love the plunge neckline, though would probably reel in the depth a bit. Has a lovely shape, not quite peplum, yet almost.

Having shared all of this, I could easily see myself attempting to sew camisoles this summer. ha! So we'll see what happens.


Anyone else have fun knitting or sewing plans for this summer?

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