I told you I’d pop back in from time to time . . . and I’m back today to (finally) share the test-knit sweater I made for Elizabeth Smith’s new pattern release, The Downbeat.
When Elizabeth asked me if I might be interested in the test knit, I knew I didn’t really have time. (Because I was nearing the end of Tom’s big woolly man sweater and committed to finishing it.) But once I saw Elizabeth’s new design, I couldn’t help myself. Because a highly-customizable raglan pullover with Elizabeth’s excellent attention to fit-and-finishing details is absolutely . . . right up my alley.
So I bit.
And I am completely smitten with the results.
I went off-script a bit (with Elizabeth’s blessing; she intends for this to be blank-canvas type of pattern) and used this beloved favorite (commercially-produced) sweater as my fit template.
This is a fantastic – and easy to modify – pullover sweater pattern. Clear instructions. Great fit details. Built-in tutorials. All of the things that make Elizabeth’s patterns enjoyable to knit . . . with great results.
I’m already busy scheming up new plans for future sweaters. Because, really. Right up my alley!
If you want more details about my sweater – and more photos – you can find them here in my Field Notes. I also updated my Ravelry page to include this project. (I am woefully behind on my Ravelry updates otherwise, and much prefer my own Field Notes. Just sayin.)
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How about YOU? What are you making this week?
LOVE!! What a perfect pairing of yarn and pattern! It looks brilliant on you as well! It does look like an infinitely knit able (over and over) pattern! I can’t wait to see what you make next! XO
I love it, Kym. Looks like a sweater that you could throw on every day and be so cozy. I will have to investigate this pattern. BTW, I have to say that I neglected to buy this colorway before Jared quit making Shelter yarns, and now I cannot find a dupe of it anywhere. It’s a great example of a staple garment, great color, great design.
Clever name for a lovely sweater! It does fit perfectly and looks quite cozy. Enjoy!
What a great sweater! And a great use for the marled yarn. I love the modeled pictures!
It looks like the perfect wear-everywhere sweater — the fit of a favorite sweatshirt with the class of a structured garment. And it looks fabulous on you!
That’s a perfect sweater for you and I’m glad you’re so happy with it! I bet you’ll be reaching for it over and over during the upcoming season.
So fabulous, Kym! I love a “blank canvas” design … once I find a sweater that fits just right, I like to knit it again (and again), and switching up yarns and body/sleeve length help (a bit anyway) make each sweater unique. I’m knitting on the last few lace repeats for shawl … and planning to get back to that black vest by the weekend. Happy knitting!
Wonderful sweater Kym. Love it! I bet you wear the heck out of it in no time. I’m curious about what color you might knit the next one in (I do love the B&W though).
What a great wearable sweater. It’s a win. I imagine that sweater will get a lot of wear. It looks very comfy but you could sure dress it up with some black slacks or a black skirt. I’ve not heard of that designer so now I’m off to look at her patterns.
Beautiful sweater! I love the mods you made and The Downbeat is beautiful! (I also love your link to your EF sweater – I swear: a half dozen pieces of her clothing along w a lot of denim and fleece for daily wear – are my entire wardrobe!) 😃
Your sweater looks great!
Love your sweater and your haircut even more! It fits you perfectly! I’m an Elizabeth Smith fan, too. Enjoyed knitting the low-key vest until I ran into a bit of a roadblock (not the pattern’s fault!) and that plus gaining about 10 pounds has put it into the naughty corner for awhile. Hope to remedy both situations. Have about 3 or 4 balls/skeins of BT too little for a sweater, maybe a very cropped vest (over a shirt!) or a cowl. This little stash is a precious commodity (she said smugly)😊. Thanks for coming back on to share!
THEY fit you perfectly!🙄
This does look like a comfy sweater. I do wish I could find a fingering weight, raglan sweater pattern. Until then, I will be starting a new color work project very soon.
Perfect! And a great color. Still chugging away on my sweater…Jeopardy and one hour of tv each week night will get this thing done! 🙂