This handmade cardigan is a wearable work of art. It is truly a one-of-a-kind piece with elevated styling notes and a sophisticated palette. The shawl collar can be worn relaxed around the neck to reveal a hint of collarbone or unfurled to cover the entire nape and chest to ward off chilly breezes. The versatile style is perfect for pairing with your favorite jeans and curling up with a good book... or looking fantastic at the farmer's market. Alternatively, you can partner it with a favorite skirt or fancy trouser for a night on the town. I'm picturing hair up and a sparkly pair of earrings....
Even the belt is a piece of art. One side has been embroidered by hand with an intricate cabled pattern. The other side is unadorned, allowing the beautiful variegation of the yarn to shine through.
As with all of my handmade pieces, this cardigan is made with yarn that has been dyed by hand. Each skein is itself a work of art. The refined palette was made possible by the creativity and skill of dyers from around the world. I meticulously curated the colors before beginning my work, taking care to choose hues that would enhance the silhouette and details of the finished piece. There is a myriad of greens to behold in this cardigan - variegated emerald with undertones of taupes and golds, soft seafoam with a muted rainbow, leafy green with an unexpected, delightful thread of lapis, bold olive, azure that wants to be emerald, emerald that wants to be azure, unapologetic forest, and more. All the hues are pulled together with a tonal, sophisticated green which the dyer named The Road. I used this color for the shawl collar, the embroidered belt and the trim surrounding the piece. The result is a timeless palette that will draw and delight the eye today, tomorrow and for years to come.
Dimensions:
Width across back under arms: 21" (53 cm)
Length from shoulder to hip: 30" (76 cm)
Sleeve circumference: 14" (35 cm)
Sleeve length: 20" (51 cm)
Comments on Fit: Though the cardigan's overall effect is that of sophistication, it has an easy effortlessness to it. As a result, it can be worn beautifully by a wide range of bodies. I believe the sweater will look lovely on busts ranging from 36-46", B-DD cups. Obviously, the smaller the frame, the more the sweater will overlap in the front. Larger busts will fill in the shawl collared chest marvelously. The sweater is intended to cover the derriere, but those shorter than ~5'4" may find the length overwhelming.
Materials: There are over 15 different color ways in this cardigan. A blend of wool and nylon comprises most of the cardigan. Several of the skeins also included cashmere and/or silk.
Care:
Dry clean only.
Return Policy:
Your satisfaction with your order is my paramount concern. However, given the nature of my handmade business, I must enforce this rather strict return policy. If you are unsatisfied with your order, please contact me within 7 days. If more than 7 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, I cannot offer you a refund or exchange.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Only regular priced items may be refunded; sale items cannot be refunded.
Return Shipping:
To return your product, you should mail your product to: 11 River Street, Apt 307, Sleepy Hollow, NY, United States. You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. Please use a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance.
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