This is the test knit I’m working on . . it’s Dashi Hooded Sweater by Amba OBrienand I’ll be sure to let you know when the pattern is released. It had optional pockets but I’m not doing the pockets.

The front edges curl back because (1) it doesn’t have the front bands added yet and (2) it hasn’t been soaked and blocked. Of course, it didn’t have sleeves done yet but one sleeve was finished last night. Hopefully, today I’ll get the other sleeve finished.
I’m not going to do the front bands until I get a zipper that will work. I’ve ordered two and neither are anywhere near the right color. I’ve ordered two more that should be here next week. If they don’t work, I’m going to do a button band with buttons and buttonholes or maybe some kind of toggle type buttons.

Here’s a view of the back. The edges of the hood will also have some kind of edge stitching to keep it from curling but that will be done at the same time I do the front bands.
By the way, I was able to crank in a couple of inches on the dress form. She’s getting smaller too! 🙂
Jean says
I don’t knit, but I LOVE that sweater!
Sue Edberg says
This sweater is gorgeous. I love everything about it, especially the color. I usually don’t like hoodies, but this looks really nice.
marcie says
Congratulations on progress on both the sweater and the form! Love the color!
Teri says
Love the sweater can’t wait until the pattern comes out…congrats on the diet.
Nelle Coursey says
You go girl!! This is so pretty. Does Hobby Lobby not have the right kind of zippers? Or maybe Joann’s will have them the next time you go. I like the idea of a zipper on this. So glad your diet is paying off! I have to wear a belt with my jeans now!