At last I can report that my Missoni cardigan is finished. What took me so long? The hem and rolled bands around the collar, front and sleeves are all hand finished. There is an acre of fabric in this garment. Then I decided to unpick the pockets and move them up higher on the garments. I'd used the pattern markings and forgot that I'm vertically challenged ... only 5'2'' (156cms)tall. Unfortunately, I did not have sufficient fabric to run the banding in the same direction on both sides of the front. Given how wild the patterning is it doesn't seem to matter. I love this garment. It is so cosy to wear. BUT given my usual palette of blacks and greys I wonder if I will feel comfortable wearing it out. I keep thinking that Joseph (of the many coloured coat variety) was left in a pit in the wilderness because his brothers couldn't cope with that coat!
Nontheless I charge on with my colour cravings. I've bought two pieces of red and one of green to make two t-shirts and a dress to wear under my coat of many colours.
LOVELY.
ReplyDeleteThat's a gorgeous coat that anyone should be proud to wear! If not-feel free to send it my way!
ReplyDeleteFabulous cardigan.
ReplyDeleteTruly stunning!!!! I love the collar and especially the trim. I think the greens will compliment your color palette of blacks and gray without any regrets. It looks so rich and your workmanship is impeccable. Well done!!! And at 5ft 2 (I am 5 ft 2 1/2-and don't forget the 1/2) we are NOT vertically challenged...we are.....we are......Thumbelinas!!!!!
ReplyDeletelooks great .. good on you for bringing some colour into your wardrobe - that's the kind of cardigan to have lots of fun in.
ReplyDeleteI hope you'll try it for a few hours at a time till you get used to the color AND pattern. It will look stunning and you'll get lots of compliments, I'm sure of it. :)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning --- congratulations!
ReplyDeleteI love it!!! It will be just the touch of color for your blacks and grays. I love the pattern running in different directions.
ReplyDeleteOh, Gail, this is stunning. I can see it over black pants and top. That way it's not too far removed from the safety of your black garments, but still shows off your wonderful handiwork. I think of you every time I dress in black and I always add a pink or red scarf!
ReplyDeleteI love the jacket! The fabric is so fun. Enjoy wearing it!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a lovely piece. Original by its colour that's definite, but gorgeous. And Thank you for your recent visits and comments.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful coat, it might be cozy but it reads elegant.
ReplyDeleteYes, wear this coat and often! Well done.
ReplyDeleteThose colours are gorgeous. It would be a crime not to wear this coat.
ReplyDeleteYour coat looks wonderful! I love the way you used the piping to add vertical interest. Is the piping a knit too? With your coloring, I'll bet these shades of green look fantastic on you.
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