Last night I finished the second sleeve and was tempted to start the collar but it was late and this was the first time I had done a collar like this and didn’t want to mess up so I saved it til this morning. I raced through my morning chores so I could get back to knitting and got it finished just after lunch.
This is Sleepy Hollow by Laura Aylor. This was the third design/pattern by Laura that I’ve done and of the 4 sweaters I’ve knitted, 3 of those were Laura’s designs. Though I haven’t had a lot of sweater knitting experience, I think it’s safe to say that Laura’s patterns are very well written and easy to understand. Her patterns fit me perfectly! It’s very easy to determine what size to make and I’ve been 100% happy with her patterns.
The yarn is Dream in Color Classy. This is a good quality yarn and not terribly expensive and I love the fabric it creates. I like a tighter twisted yarn and a denser fabric and this yarn seems fairly tightly twisted. I used a size 6 (US) needle and the yarn knitted up to a dense fabric .. the way I like it.
Sleepy Hollow
A few of the tails are woven in but I was ready for the next project. Even though I wish the yarn was less stripey and more solid, I do love the tones.
Sleepy Hollow
From this angle, I think you can see the details on the front better. If you can knit and if you like cables and if you want to try a top down sweater, this could be a perfect project.
On to the next project!
Judy D in WA says
It looks fabulous Judy!
Can’t wait to see what’s next..
Sue K says
looks awesome. You can wear in the cold weather that’s coming – or is already here . . .
Cindy Davis says
Judy, I have read your blog for years. Love everything you blog about but every time you encouraged people to learn to knit I would say “I’ve been trying for 40 years.” Yesterday I went and bought size 8 knitting needles. This morning I watched a video, cast on and am FINALLY knitting a scarf. Thank you for encouraging others to try. I love your sweater.
Linda Giles says
Beautiful !!
Judy S says
Nice work! It looks great, and I’m happy to have that pattern, thanks to you!
Dottie N. says
It’s BEAUTIFUL, Judy!
Marsha says
Very nice. You encouraged me to try knitting socks. I took a class using the magic loop. I am now on the second sock! Who knows I may try as weather.
Denise ~ Justquiltin says
Love it – and especially love that style collar.
Joan says
Congratulations on your completion! You’ll be able to report the yarn used!!!! Woohoo! I can’t wait to see what the next project is! Might it be something for your granddaughter???? On a different note, how are the baby chicks doing???? Some pics please!
Karen says
Beautiful sweater.
Melody says
Beautiful. I love it. Well, you have encouraged me to knit too. I just finished my first project today a cowl. I learned a lot. I know I have so much more to learn, but I am enjoying it. My goal is to learn to knit socks. Thanks for so much inspiration.
Linda says
Really pretty, Judy! I’ve made it around the bend on my sock and am on the home stretch to the toe. You’ve motivated me. ;D
CJ says
It’s beautiful, my favorite so far!