My only modification was to shorten the sleeves slightly to make this a 3/4 sleeved mid season sweater. The scoop of the neckline is lovely, though I ended up having to skip the embroidered buds. I realized they looked like Christmas ornaments on my green background, and I want to wear the sweater this Spring! I can even wear it with only a tank underneath, the Chickadee yarn is easy on my sensitive skin.