Sunday was a really nice day, too, and Dale suggested we take Dixie for a walk in the woods. I readily agreed – especially when I realized it would be a great chance to photograph the vest I just finished for Dale.
The fit is perfect and it’s just right for this sort of weather when it’s warm but not warm enough to go without some sort of jacket/sweater.
The pattern is Diamonds for Him from Knitty and the yarn is Wild Apple Hill Farm yarn that I bought at Rhinebeck last year. It knit up quickly and the diamond pattern kept it from getting boring.
The directions are a little vague on the decreases for the shoulder and v-neck but I figured it out and am really pleased with it.
I even told Dale I’d make him another one so you know it’s got to be a winner.
I think you can tell by the smiles – on Dale and Dixie – that he loves it, too.
Kathy Said,
Handsome! I remember that yarn!!
margene Said,
The vest is a definitely a winner…look at all the smiles! Nice work on figuring out the vague pattern, too!
deb Said,
Beautiful vest – that yarn is gorgeous! Hi Dixie **scritch**!! Oh – hi Dale!
Katie K Said,
A happy vest and a beautiful smile!
Anne Said,
It came out great – looks perfect for a light layer for spring or fall weather. NICE!!
livnletlrn Said,
Love it. Interesting enough to keep a knitter from wanting to poke her eyes out, while understated enough that a guy would want to wear it. My dh won’t go for vests, but a couple of sleeves would be an easy modification, so I faved yours on Ravelry.
Karen Said,
The vest is wonderful and looks great on Dale.
Chris Said,
It turned out great!
Wool Winder Said,
Good work. The yarn and pattern are a perfect match!
Robin in VA Said,
Awww Carole! I would say it’s beautiful but I’d better say THAT’S HANDSOME!!! I wish my Hubby would wear a vest…maybe I should make him one anyway–then wear it myself!
Ruth Said,
It’s really wonderful. Dale is so photogenic!
Elizabeth Said,
Very nice! I like it a great deal and it looks great on Dale.
Carol Said,
It’s lovely! I think I’ll put this on my list too!
Heather Said,
Lovely sweater — and, omg, I want to moosh your dog. What a cutie!
Norma Said,
It IS a winner — great photos, especially the last one.
Nora Said,
Oh, nice! You did a wonderful job!
Hillary Said,
That vest really is a winner. The yarn is really lovely and works well with the pattern. Dale looks very happy in his new vest.
Joy Said,
Dale, Dixie and the vest all look great! Skritches to Dixie
elizabeth Said,
It looks great! And no sleeves!
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Betty in Texas Said,
what a lovely texture! perfect for that sunny walk. (Love those smiles!!)
Barbara-Kay Said,
That’s a great yarn/pattern combination. The heather effect of the yarn makes for wonderful depth of contrast with the diamonds. It also compliments Dale’s “silver fox” whiskers. Well done!
Beth Said,
Yea for the Dixie picture! Dale and the vest look really nice, too.
Jean Said,
Gorgeous Carole! And guess what! I’m looking at it on Firefox! Finally checked it out after you told me about it in Maine. SO MUCH FASTER!!! Thank you!
Cookie Said,
Fabulous!
Nice vest and doggie, too. ;^)
Julie Said,
Great looking vest! Dale and Dixie both have beautiful smiles
Lucia Said,
Very handsome indeed! Since Cookie took my punch line you can apply that to whichever part(s) of the picture you like, including the trees, if you so desire.
Sylvia Said,
The raised diamond lines look so tidy. Beautifully even work!
I didn’t think I’d like the end of the diamonds at the shoulder but on Dale it looks really nice, and the logic makes sense — a smooth line, less fuss if you need to angle the top of the shoulder… Is that as writ or did you change it?
Karen Said,
It came out great! It’s a very handsome vest!
jill Said,
What a great vest and fit! Isn’t it a blessing to bring those kinds of smiles to others??
sue Said,
The vest looks great and I am sure that smile means that he loves it just as much too.
cwflaglady Said,
Carole the vest looks awesome!
Miss you : )
Kim Said,
Dale looks handsome and happy in his new vest!!
Man o man, seeing your pictures makes me wish all of our snow was gone!
Wanda Said,
Carole, Dale’s vest looks fabulous! Dale looks happy and pleased and that is always a great sign in my book. And you promised to make another, obviously a winner.
Manise Said,
Great marriage of pattern and yarn as well as of knitter and wearer! Love the vest- it looks super on your Sherpa Dude.
claudia Said,
A magazine-worthy photo shoot.
anne Said,
that vest is totally handsome; it fits so well and looks so good on dale!
Kirsten Said,
You did a beautiful job on the vest! It really suits Dale. I do agree that he needs (at least) one more!
LittleWit Said,
The vest looks wonderful!
Laurie Said,
That is a great match of yarn, pattern, man.
Sarah Said,
Perfect match, Carole!
Leslie Said,
What a lovely vest! You did a great job and Dale does look very pleased.
Teyani Said,
what a glorious vest – and I am so delighted for you that you have had good enough weather that you and your honey could stroll outside to photograph it.
hurrah for a fabulous completion!
Morticcia Said,
Gorgeous. I would do anything for my husband to wear vests. So sexy!