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Englishman Sweater Vest

I made this for My husband

Created by: Tara J

  • Project Details

    About

    When I was deployed I was injured and unable to do much. I was in pain all the time even while sitting or laying down. I needed a therapy that allowed me to make small movements and help to operate and coordinate my hands properly. I also needed a way to help my mind as I was gaining weight and felt defeated. It didn't matter what people said to me, I felt miserable and my confidence in myself had plummeted. When my English husband, who loves sweater vests, asked me to make him a vest I was reluctant but he pushed me. Soon my mood started to change, my arms, wrists and fingers started to work properly over the course of a year. It made me feel accomplished, I could concentrate again, and my anxiety started to ease away. Knitting helped far more than practicing writing even. I was so happy and surprised. Knitting has been and always will be such an amazing skill for veterans.

    Pattern

    Designer Sweater by Reynolds, Continental Collection, Vol. 28, 1960's

    This pattern can be found here:
    www.etsy.com

    Needles & Hooks

    • Circular 5.00mm (US 8) 100cm

    Accessories

    • Tapestry Needle
    • Stitch Holder
    • Stitch Markers
    • Cable Needle

    Measurements

    Notes: I made the mid section longer as my husband is quite tall.

    Tags

    Craft

    Knitting

    Skill Level

    Intermediate

    Status

    Complete
    Started on: Dec 1, 2013 Finished on: Oct 15, 2014

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