Pattern: Heather Hoodie Vest, Fall 09 Knitscene
Yarn: Cascade Eco Wool, 2 balls
Needles: US 10.5 Addi circulars
Raveled
Modifications: Only did about 6 rows for the ribbing for the arms and the button band.
I started this hoodie with my friend Jillian as a knitalong. We both saw it out of the Fall Knitscene and I think I totally convinced her to make it all the while knowing she wasn't going to be too happy with the 200+ stitches she had to pick up for the button band. Sorry there Jill!
We also kinda had to use the word "knitalong" loosely. I can't help myself sometimes, I get into a groove and then poouf it's blocking on the floor of my apartment. These hands have a mind of their own!
Cascade Eco Wool really blocks out so nicely. This sweater has no shaping but I find that the cables gather it in just enough to give the illusion of shaping. EcoWool also has the tendency to grow lengthwise but I think in this case it's ok.
I also happen to LOVE the over sized hood.
When you have a pretty large head of hair it's hard to find a hood that won't fall back. This one has so much room I can let the curls fall where they may and feel assured my head will stay warm. For those who aren't into such a huge hood, there are many people that dialed it back a bit by doing a few less rows.
I got the buttons sewed right before the husband and I went off to an Oktoberfest party. Lederhosen, beer steins, wurst platters and a hand knitted sweater. Perfektion!
Thus concludes the cardigan making for a while. I have a few other sweaters half way done in the knitting basket but I am feeling the scarf/hat need at the moment. October is almost here which means a Ten-Ten party is soon to come :-)
That's a lot of knitting young lady!
Posted by: Denise | September 27, 2009 at 07:56 PM
Looks amazing!!! Love the slightly shorter sleeve, it's a nice look. Great job.
Posted by: Julie | September 27, 2009 at 08:29 PM
It's gorgeous! I didn't take too much notice of this pattern in the magazine, but yours is the second I've seen and I really like it "IRL" :)
Posted by: jillian | September 27, 2009 at 08:45 PM
Another cute layering piece! Look awesome!
Posted by: grumperina | September 27, 2009 at 08:53 PM
Pretty, I might have to pick up that magazine now.
Posted by: April | September 27, 2009 at 08:57 PM
very nice. I have my own in the works right now and can't wait to get it done after seeing yours!! Thanks for the tip on the hood too.
Posted by: Peacock Chic | September 28, 2009 at 12:36 AM
It 's beautiful, good job!
Posted by: Lollipop | September 28, 2009 at 04:23 AM
Very lovely! Makes me want to add this to my queue!
Posted by: Inoriz | September 28, 2009 at 06:02 AM
I really like this hoodie. It's beautiful. At the same time, it looks so comfortable and practical. Great neutral color! I bet you will be wearing it a lot!
Posted by: Maryse | September 28, 2009 at 12:49 PM
I love this hoodie so much! Looks fantastic on you!!
Posted by: Johanna | September 28, 2009 at 01:18 PM
I was wondering how bulky this hoodie would look in real life. I love yours, quite a bit, actually. I have some Eco Wool...perhaps it wants to be a Heather Hoodie?
Posted by: nova | September 28, 2009 at 03:22 PM
I love the hoodie it looks wonderful on you. I've decided I must pick up this magazine thank you.
Posted by: Chelsea | September 29, 2009 at 10:57 AM
Looks great! I saw the picture of the back and thought, oh, nice, it has shaping, and then read your comment underneath. Lol--the cables really DO make it look like it has shaping!
Posted by: Jen | September 29, 2009 at 05:16 PM
Just beautiful!
Posted by: Leah | September 29, 2009 at 05:26 PM
Another winner, kid! Genius choice on the neutral color, this looks so great on you. I'm almost done with the back on mine and hope to have it done in time for Rhinebeck:)
Posted by: Heather | October 04, 2009 at 09:14 PM
Love! I saw it in the mag and was unsure, but I'd definitely knit one up now.
Posted by: Kim | October 05, 2009 at 05:24 PM
it's the only thing i like in the whole isse so i'm not sure whether to buy it..yours looks wonderful though!! good job.
Posted by: Liz | October 11, 2009 at 05:13 PM
Love it! It looks so comfy and fall-like.
Posted by: Erin | October 12, 2009 at 02:31 PM
love the jersey but unfortunately i cannot get hold of the pattern. would love to have this pattern in my collection any ideas where to find it in South Africa?
Posted by: Esther | March 20, 2010 at 12:05 PM
You are definitely very talented! Awesome design!
Posted by: Hoodies for Women | May 07, 2010 at 01:54 PM