So here we have the hybrid beast: the Ballet Pullover in progress, with one partially completed long sleeve and one short. (As for the body, I actually had enough yarn to make a second one in the smaller size, and it fits much better)
I think short sleeves suit the pattern slightly better, which is probably why Teva put the short sleeve version in her book. But winter's coming and I don't see getting much use out of the short sleeve version until spring. Here's the comparison:
(yes, I still must take mirror shots, even when my boyfriend is in the room)
I suppose I'll finish the first sleeve then make a final decision.
Posted by jess at September 18, 2005 11:58 AMOh gosh. How pretty. I'm so jealous cause you look so great in it.
Posted by: Laura at September 18, 2005 12:13 PMVery cute and flattering. It is turning out great!
Posted by: Punkie at September 18, 2005 12:26 PMThat looks great on you so far! You know what? I think I like the 3/4 sleeve look! You did such a great job :)
Posted by: Illanna at September 18, 2005 12:40 PMi like the 3/4 sleeve too!
Posted by: anna at September 18, 2005 12:44 PMI really like the 3/4 inch sleeves best. I think it would be the most versatile, too.
Posted by: kellyt at September 18, 2005 12:56 PMI have to agree with the others that the 3/4 sleeve looks great and will be more useful for fall and winter. The sweater fits you beautifully!
Posted by: Karma at September 18, 2005 1:09 PMThe 3/4 sleeve is great! Can you make one of each? I like both options. I'm working on the short-sleeved version from the book at the moment.
Posted by: Gina at September 18, 2005 2:40 PMI definitely love the top with the 3/4 length sleeve. They aren't really any less warm in the winter than long sleeves(and they are a good reason to make yourself some wristwarmers).
Posted by: Kym at September 18, 2005 5:21 PMI like both sleeves! The short sleeves are more kicky and the long sleeves give an overall feeling of more "body" to the piece. And more versatile also. Keep the 3/4 sleeves now and make another with cap sleeves for the spring! In a springy color.
Posted by: jillian at September 19, 2005 1:31 AMWhile both sleeve lengths are nice, I have to say that I prefer the 3/4 length one.
Posted by: diana at September 19, 2005 7:12 AM