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July 13, 2015 3 min read 3 Comments
This cartoon makes me laugh. And then it makes me cry. Not really, but it is sad that hand knit sweaters have such a bad a rap. The image of the ugly, ill-fitting sweater is powerful. Wonky parts, garish colors, and itchy fibers. And oh, the guilt as you thank the well-meaning someone who knitted it "just for you." The ugly sweater even has its own TV trope. It's an exaggeration, but not a wild one. Let's look at the four aspects of an ugly sweater:
We've all seen ugly sweaters. Heck, I've knit an ugly sweater or two myself. It was part of my learning process, but it doesn't have to be part of yours. I'm very excited that Crazy for Ewe is part of Amy Herzog's Custom Fit program. With this program we can take your measurements and enter them into the computer (and save them, so it'll be there for all your future sweaters too). The program turns that information into a perfect custom pattern. No more calculating increases or decreases to adjust shoulders, sleeves, or anything else. The pattern is perfect for you, right out of the gate.
As part of the kick off for this program we'll also be offering workshops that will help you choose sweaters that flatter your shape and suit your personal style. Regular finishing seminars will ensure that you can put your sweater together professionally for a garment you'll love to wear for years to come.
Sound like fun? We're still finalizing the details, mark your calendar for Sunday, July 26 for our first workshop. If you want to be the first to know, comment on this post, and I'll add you to the preferred list, so you'll have first dibs on classes and other benefits.
I look forward to seeing you in the Custom Fit Workshops and around the table You are always welcome here.
Ellen
July 14, 2015
I am interested in the July 26 th Custom Fit Workshop. Please keep me up-to-date on the details. Thanks,
Janis
July 14, 2015
So excited that this is coming near me! Please put me on the mailing list about this workshop.
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Franceen George
July 14, 2015
UGH. You describe some of my sweaters too! Hate to admit that I’ve been knitting for over 50 years and it STILL is sometimes true. And FINISHING. I have boxes of finished but unfinished sweater pieces (UFO’s!). I need help. Please put me on your list!