Some people are hunters. Some people are gatherers. Given my enormous stash of yarn lately, I'd call myself a gatherer. But one day I got a hunger. A fever. A hunger and a fever for a cowl neck sweater that was so deeply seated in my soul that if I didn't have it--and have it the way I wanted it--I thought I would surely perish.
So the hunt for the perfect cowl neck sweater began. And I tell you what: this one gave me so much grief. The first rendition would have made even the most ardent of clowns gasp. The second one swooped up and then out with such flair, you'd think I was wearing a huge upside-down plunger on my chest.
More or less a cowl neck, and something I can't put my finger on, this sweater is exactly what I dreamed it would be: cool, sexy, close fitting yet comfy. The cowl neck sweater hunt is finally over and I'm excited.
Knit from the top down entirely in the round and in one piece in Alpaca & Silk, this pattern is suitable for an intermediate beginner who can knit in the round and pick up and knit stitches. There's also simple increases, decreases and ribbing.
Pattern Details
This Pattern has been updated (4/09) to include a wider range of sizes and for better fit overall. Choose a size approximately 2" less than your measurement for best fit
Finished Bust Size: 32 (34, 36.5, 40, 42, 46.5, 50)" chest
Gauge: 24 stitches and 32 rows to 4 inches
US Size 5 and 4 Circular Needles and DPN's (optional)
Materials
Blue Sky Alpacas Alpaca Silk, 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 9, 9) skeins, Color 124; 50g+146 yds
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Is there any chance you might add expanded sizes for this one?
Posted by: Anna | September 26, 2008 at 09:43 AM
Hi Wendy,
Do you happen to have a pic of a good Somewhat Cowl long sleeve? I'm getting ready to order Drive Thru patterns and yarn for my girls, and throwing in a little more for me. Of course. My climate is more suited to LS, but I suspect it will not do as I've fallen in love with the elbow-length sleeve version. I'm in a quagmire. I need visual aide to make/confirm my decision.
The anonymous masses of "us" in your bloggy reader/lurkership haven't heard recent news about your hip. I hope this means current plans are working, but I suspect it means treatment has not had spectacular results. Spectacular you'd share. Bbphlbt. Hoping for spectacular for you, and soon.
Thanks!
Posted by: Cricket | October 27, 2008 at 08:39 AM
Okay, I'm just barely into "Scarf" and "Hat" projects as a beginning knitter, but this sweater is so spectacular that I'm plopping it next in my queue. That is, as soon as I learn what "purling" is...
(Kidding, kidding... only kidding! Sorta.).
Posted by: Mandy | January 19, 2009 at 05:50 PM
The lattice model has appeal for all ages.I want to knit baby cardigan is going to use several numbers swell so Which type would you prefer to use the yarn.
Posted by: ice yarn | March 05, 2009 at 02:40 AM
Four years after you published this pattern, it is still going strong! I just purchased it and will work on it during the weekend. just wanted to say thank you!!
chiara
Posted by: chiara | June 05, 2009 at 01:08 PM
Jenny says a few comments upthread: "Can I just say that I love the fact that you make sweaters with long short sleeves. None of this unflattering cap sleeve action. Thank you."
May I say thanks too? I moved from So Florida to No California in 2000 at 44 years old. Since then, my upper arms have apparently ceased to have blood flow. Always cold, I look for sleeves that either hit just above or below that elbow.
Do our Bingo-Wings ever get warm again?
Would they be helped by CPR?
Isometrics?
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Posted by: Yepa | August 13, 2009 at 09:24 PM
Just bought it - it looks great!
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