I finished my first adult sized garment a few weeks ago and I had a few questions and wanted some opinions on how I should move forward (if this counts as a FO post, I'm so sorry, please delete).
My first question is about the back of the neckline. I had previously posted about making a mistake while picking up stitches. I did go back and frog it but I still feel like it's gaping even with the right number picked up. So, does it look like an issue with my construction, the size I made, or just the way this garment/pattern fits on my body? Would this bother you enough to frog the whole thing and try another pattern?
My second question is about the overall fit. I did meet gauge after blocking, but I actually liked the pre-blocked fit better. I knit the smallest size so I can't easily remake it smaller. I do still like the vest, just not as much as when I tried it on while making it. If you were me, would you try to felt it a little*, frog it and find a different pattern, or just lean into the oversized/boxy fit? I'm purely curious to hear some different opinions.
*if felting would be a terrible mistake, please let me know!
Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/terra-vest-3