Karen’s Better-Than-Basic Pullover model is complete, and it is gorgeous. It’s just the simple shape and cozy fabric that everyone wants to wear in this kind of weather, with great classic style that is so easy to pop on over anything – trousers for work, jeans, a skirt & boots – it’s so versatile and in a flash you’re ready to go, no need for another thing. I love this version, with a soft funnel neck and mid-length:
For a basic sweater, it has some sophisticated shaping, with short rows in a couple strategic places that mean the shoulders and sleeves aren’t huge 80’s-style, and the back hangs straight. You can see the pretty little fluff of Luxury Tweed Aran in this shot, too:
I have to say that if this was in my closet instead of hanging in the shop, I would be wearing it right this minute. (Stinking freezing rain – we need some comfy/cozy today!)
There is still space in the class and if you’re ready to start your sweater-knitting adventures, this is the class for you! Check out the projects on Ravelry for other lengths/necklines available.
I finished the knit-along sweater this week, too, and despite the color being a little dull, I really love the way it turned out. I have some dreadful photos, and I’m sorry, but I don’t need to entice anyone to join the KAL because it’s full already! So get ready because these are bad and your eyes will hurt if you stare at them too long:
Whew! That last one is like those computer-generated images that if you stare at them long enough, you’ll see another picture. (If anyone spots a fire-breathing dragon or anything, let me know.)
Anyway, the sweater came out just great, the cables nicely flattened like they are designed to be, a good warm fabric and a good traditional feel to it. I’m excited for everyone to get started.
Just a heads-up that there could be a blip on the website and blog in a week or so. We’re going to be switching over to the new design. Janelle (of Design Revolution) assures me that it will be seamless, and I’m sure that it will be on their part, but there might be a teensy-weensy learning curve on the part of yours-truly, so bear with me.
Meanwhile, Jack will be sporting a new sweater this week. Come in and tell him how darn handsome he is!
