Oops! I didn't mean to go so long without a post. I actually had to remember my password to sign into typepad this time.
I've been busy lately mostly with school responsibilities but also with this sweater WIP. Thank goodness I live in Michigan and still have a good 2-3 months to wear this wool sweater this winter (ahem!).
Here are the details:
I started on January 30 and finished this afternoon (the hood and bands aren't blocked yet, but I couldn't wait to post pics).
Pattern: Central Park Hoodie
Size: 40"
Needles: 7 for ribbing, 9 for the rest
Yarn: Cascade 220 Heathers
Color: Satine
Mods: Lengthened the body from 14" to 15", lengthened the cables from 10 rows to 12 rows between, used an i-cord bind off for the button bands. I will eventually get around to sewing in a zipper on the button band.
Ravelry Link
Comments: I always thought Cascade 220 was too itchy, but it REALLY softens up after washing. I will definitely be using this yarn again.
Picking up stitches for the button band and hood was killer, but I'm getting much faster with all this practice.
This was a quick sweater to make. I really only worked on it during weekends, so it's definitely doable in less than a month.
that looks great! and yes, with the michigan weather you will be able to get several months of wear out of it.
Posted by: Nichole | 08 March 2009 at 10:05 PM
Wow, it looks wonderful on you! I recently finished my first sweater, a February Lady, and picked the CPH for my second. I am nervous because of all the knitting in seperate pieces and seaming it together. And of course the whole "will it fit" worry. I probably need to just cast on and go for it!
Posted by: Trisha | 08 March 2009 at 10:33 PM
welcome back, friend! fabulous sweater and a fantastic color. i love chunky cardigans. nice work!
Posted by: abcgirl | 08 March 2009 at 11:24 PM
make me one!! (please)
Posted by: your favorite first younger sister | 09 March 2009 at 02:27 AM
I'm so impressed. This turned out great!
Posted by: Carrie | 09 March 2009 at 07:49 AM
This is gorgeous! You make it look so easy. It is perfect for those chilly spring nights. And I love the kitty that just has to be in all the pictures.
Posted by: Melissa | 09 March 2009 at 07:53 AM
wow, this is really lovely! what a perfect color too!
Posted by: montague | 09 March 2009 at 10:18 AM
Wow! It is fantastic! SOmething like this would probably take me a year or more to do. I get distracted really easily. It is a really lovely color too! Great job!
Posted by: Cami | 09 March 2009 at 11:02 AM
I am so impressed! I still have only managed one washcloth and it took me forever and didn't even come out like it was supposed to. I can't imagine making a sweater like this. You go girl!
Posted by: Amy Hodge | 09 March 2009 at 11:08 AM
I love the color!! Beautiful sweater :)
Posted by: Amy @ parkcitygirl | 09 March 2009 at 12:34 PM
I'm working with some of that cascade as we speak/write! I love that sweater!
Posted by: jessica | 09 March 2009 at 02:21 PM
Wow! I am so impressed! It looks fantastic!
Posted by: Amber | 09 March 2009 at 05:31 PM
love it, but i do love wearing hoodies, they are comfort clothing!
Posted by: darlene | 09 March 2009 at 11:50 PM
Aaaaahhhh!!! It looks wonderful on you. And what a great color.
Posted by: Oiyi | 10 March 2009 at 02:41 PM
wowzers!!! that is a gorgeous sweater! and it looks so great on you! on the other hand, i am depressed that we still have 2-3 months of sweater weather to endure. pleah.
Posted by: amandajean | 10 March 2009 at 11:12 PM
That is really cute on you. And I love the color.
Posted by: Dallas | 12 March 2009 at 04:20 PM
Oh that looks soooooo comfortable! You just always make me want to knit! Love the color too. :~)
Posted by: gardenymph | 18 March 2009 at 09:37 PM
This is beautiful! Your knitting talent amazes me. I can't believe how much you are able to get done while still keeping up with grad school. Superwoman!!!
Posted by: Joanna | 19 March 2009 at 12:02 PM