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FO Friday - Sorrel Jumper and Hat

Sleeve length is a weird thing. I've had a few (read MANY) jumpers whose sleeves seemed fine when they were done,and then a little while later I realise they are too short.
 
 With Birkin I deliberately knit them long, and for Sorrel I went even longer. They are long enough that i can fold them and they hit where I like my sleeves. And yet, if I don't fold them, they end up in the same place, or even higher! It's all a bit weird, the amazing shrinking sleeves.
Anyway, Sorrel: I like it. The combination of mohair, cashmere and silk is warm and fuzzy, cozy and delicious.We took these photos on a tiny bit of remnant forest near our house that we didn't even know existed before lockdown, and the trees and light bring so much joy. 
I have to say, looking at some of these pictures, I was a bit worried about my figure:
Leon says it's not the most flattering jumper I've ever knit. I added waist shaping, but clearly not enough. 

 While the hat is a bit much when worn with the jumper, I like it too. It's got a great crown. I feel strongly about pretty hat crowns.  

Just the perfect amount of slouch. For details on the hat see here. 
All in all a satisfying way to spend a couple of weeks of my knitting time.
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  1. Jeannie Gray Knits12 July, 2020

    Both hat and sweater are beautiful and look great on you! I have the same issue with sleeves. Well, sort of. They are Never long enough and after I wear them for an hour or two, the cuffs get wider and wider. I'm sure that has nothing to do with my pushing them up my arms...

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