Feminine Friday Freebies

It's been another loooong week and the llama, although coralled, still eludes capture. So I'm still sulking and pouting. It has put me in a I-need-some-pampering mode. The reality is, that's unlikely to happen any time soon (or later) so the next best thing is to browse some new patterns and try to get inspired to get working on my too-many-UFO's. With that in mind, I am posting two really lovely, really feminine knit tops with lots of creative potential.

This sweet, breezy knit is called the Sampler Stitch Pullover from Tahki Stacey Charles. I can envision it being spectacular in almost any color  - except the one they've chosen. Pale lime green just doesn't do it for me in this design. Their sample is knit in cotton which I think is wonderful, but how about a cotton/bamboo/silk blend? How about going decadent for fall and knit it in cashmere and wear it with real pearls and a classic black skirt? It looks like it would flatter almost any figure because the lines are so simple and the stitch pattern so classic. In short, I really love this design!

Okay, I didn't realize there was text on this image and NO, it isn't a working link - sorry! This is the Aspira One Button Tunic Top from Caron Naturally. There isn't anything I don't like about this versatile top. First, if you didn't think the Sampler stitch top could work on almost any figure, this one sure can! There is nothing boring about it, starting with the pattern, which begins, "Cast on 3 stitches". That's right! It's knit on the diagonal so it will have gorgeous drape in almost any yarn! So break out the fine cotton or silk blend you've been saving! The textured stitch adds visual interest and the shaping is so flattering! It's a great way to hide those troublesome middle parts and guarantees never to creep up your back at the waistline like tops that only come to the top of the hip and fit snug. The lack of shoulder seams means a casual fit that won't crawl up your underarms either. This top just oozes summer comfort to wear and guarantees a not-boring-to-knit project. Win-Win! So here's to summer knits for lazy days! Cheers! Enjoy!

Posted by Gloria Patre at 6/18/2010 7:20 PM
Categories: Friday Freebies
Tags: free patterns feminine knit tops
 

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