Thank you, MTB, Joy, mona, lyn67, MaryK, Shannon, clearlyclaire, tracina, Suz and Jjsloane! You all made my day with your kind comments
@MTB: So glad the rugby blazer is getting some love. I really like it for some reason--just not sure it wasn’t too bold.
@Joy: I think what I like about the scarf is the lack of bulk. It was so easy to wrap over the collar of my jacket today. Nothing hanging--I didn’t have to hold it back when reaching for anything.
@Elly: Thanks! I still sometimes curse my shoulders but they do come in handy every once in awhile--particularly for filling out loose knits. Not so handy when trying to fit them in a woven : (
@chouette: Good luck! It’s really simple. I recommend the YO buttonhole if you are using small buttons. I did a bound off buttonhole and need to buy some bigger buttons.
bj111: Thank you! I’m not sure how many scarves I will have time to make. Even though they are shorter than a regular scarf, they are wider. I’ll keep you posted on my progress Not sure what yarn I will be using. I like the Hobby Lobby’s aran weight acrylic--so soft and easy care with great color selection. I’m afraid of using animal yarns because so many people are sensitive to wool. (Cashmere is kind of cost prohibitive.)
@Scarlet: Thank you. IKWYM about the waist definition. I don’t think it is super flattering but I’m wondering if it was a deal breaker considering its purpose. Thanks for your honesty!
@Alicat: Thank you. I’ve been enjoying my Cons a lot lately. I think my eye has finally adjusted and they don’t look so weird to me anymore. Davey says hi!
@pil: Thank you! Fun is one of my style descriptors! Thanks!
@BethAnn: Thank you. I’ve been having fun in my closet. The change in season is opening up some fun “old” options.
@JJ: Can’t wait to see your version and to see what yarn you use.
@Laura: Thanks! I saw lots of knitted inspirational pieces at Nordstrom. Next up is a fringed cowl. Will keep you posted!
@una: Thanks! It’s knitted but I’m sure a crochet version would work as well. No bleach required
@Jj: Thanks. I’m coat impaired. I see all of you with your fab puffers but I keep reminding myself this is just for very casual sporty events. I’d never need one for daily winter wear.