~I have been having a rough patch with sewing lately. I was trying a new skirt pattern, and the fit was working but the drape was all wrong. I hate it when I figure that out too late in the game. So naturally, I turn away from sewing for a while and focus on knitting (well, already today, I am cutting out a new skirt pattern--didn't last long huh?) I sew many more things than I actually share here, I just don't have the time to photograph everything. After I have sewn a garment, it is usually worn immediately and mixed in with the day-to-day garments.
The weather over the weekend turned a bit cool, so I thought to share one of my knitted projects. This is a rowan sweater that was knit from the Rowan Classic Cafe: Book one.
I used Rowan RYC Cashsoft which is composed of 57% extra fine merino, 33% microfiber, and 10% cashmere. I can not stand itchy or uncomfortable yarn, so this was a perfect fit. Very durable and soft. I used a size 3 and size 6 needle.
~I really adore stripes and I like how this pattern lines up the stripes from the sleeves to the body of the garment. Overall, it makes a better presentation. I did comment (on ravelry) how the sleeve caps ended up too large and thus making the set-in sleeves a challenge. Still lovely on a chilly day!
