Based on the schematics, I added 2 inches to the body between the pocket and the underarms to better fit me. When I was finished decreasing at the neck, I knit 4 more complete rows and also did 4 short rows just to the back section to bring the neckline up more.

My other change from the pattern was to the scoop collar. I was not able to pick up as many stitches as the pattern stated because it would have been way too many. I picked up stitches with the smaller needle (size 5) as the pattern stated and then I changed to the next size smaller yet (size 4) after 4 rows because it looked like it would flare out. Then bound off the neck after 2 inches as pattern stated.

The finished width of the sweater is only 17 inches and schematic says it should be 20.5 inches. It blocked out wider and I am happy with the finished width and length but I am really uncomfortable in the neckline when wearing it. It almost falls off my shoulders and gapes a little at the front.