The Perfect Sweater


I give you "the perfect sweater".  That is my name for this delightful cardigan that fits perfectly for me.  I can easily wear a long sleeve shirt under this in the winter and be comfortable.  The secret sauce is the superwash wool that gives a little when you block the sweater.


Even though it's late spring, I've worn this.

Oh and I cast on another one in a pretty light green-blue wool (mad tosh again).



Do you like the photos?  This is me in the kitchen with a camera on timer mode.  Sometimes you have to do all the jobs around here.  Oh how I wish you could see this sweater in person.  I'd have you come over for some tea and knitting on the back patio.

We could listen to the birds sing and talk knitting, wouldn't that be fun?


Ravelry notes are here
tapered shaping at the waist

slight curved edge at the neckline


Comments

  1. spriteMay 31, 2017 at 8:37 AM

    That would be fun! And it looks gorgeous on you!

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  2. stephMay 31, 2017 at 9:11 AM

    This one really really IS perfect!!! Don't you want it in EVERY colour??!? (I can get sort of compulsive like that sometimes....moi?!?)

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  3. VeraMay 31, 2017 at 9:21 AM

    I'll be right over!! It really does look like the Perfect Sweater and I love the pale grey that you used.

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  4. Helen BMay 31, 2017 at 9:22 AM

    Love the cardi, perfect colour as well as it would go with so many other colours too

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  5. kathy bMay 31, 2017 at 10:17 AM

    I'm with Vera. I'll be right over. That sweater is perfection! I love how you wear it !! Great finish. Great buttons. Nice even knitting!!!

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  6. kristieinbcMay 31, 2017 at 11:09 AM

    You're right - it's perfect! I can see why you cast on a second one!

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  7. mamasmercantileMay 31, 2017 at 11:58 AM

    Perfection indeed, I do wish I was in commutable distance , talking yarn and taking tea would be wonderful.

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  8. mamasmercantileMay 31, 2017 at 12:01 PM

    Forgot to say, we are just back from the hospital seeing the consultant and a new medication regime is to be started once all the test results are back. Bloods x rays etc. I will let you know how it all goes.

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  9. MonicaMay 31, 2017 at 1:35 PM

    Oh Karen! I love this "perfect sweater"!!! Awesome job!

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  10. LindaMay 31, 2017 at 1:47 PM

    Love the color of the yarn you used! Ummmm, I could give you my address - LOL!

    Linda in VA

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  11. BridgetMay 31, 2017 at 1:49 PM

    I love it! It also looks like something that could be worn year-round (to deal with overenthusiastic a/c in the summer).

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  12. DebbieMay 31, 2017 at 2:16 PM

    It is beautiful and it looks like one you'll wear all the time!

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  13. Kathleen Shaw May 31, 2017 at 3:51 PM

    Oh this is lovely. I am timid when it comes to sweater knitting but I might just have to give this a try. I love it!

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  14. JaneMay 31, 2017 at 7:47 PM

    That sweater is a home run! You look great in it. And yes, sometimes I think it would be so much fun to drink a little ice tea and talk knitting together.

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  15. RosemaryJune 1, 2017 at 5:10 AM

    Very pretty! Can you share the revelry pattern link?

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    1. karenJune 2, 2017 at 5:52 PM

      That pattern recipe is from Ann budd's book of top down sweater construction - my Ravelry project page has a link to the book.

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  16. EileenJune 1, 2017 at 8:26 AM

    This sweater is lovely. When I score a 100 in fit I always feel like kicking up my heels and high giving everyone I pass. Good job.

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  17. CloudberryJune 1, 2017 at 2:55 PM

    It looks so cozy! And I'd love to knit with you on the patio :)

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  18. All Knit Up DesignsJune 1, 2017 at 9:14 PM

    This is a gorgeous sweater! Just enough color to be able to wear with everything. This is the perfect addition to a wardrobe.

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  19. DiannaJune 1, 2017 at 10:03 PM

    Very, very pretty, Karen. I've always wondered how you could be the beautiful model and get great pictures. Here I thought your hubby must be taking them for you. I love the sweater!

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  20. AngelaJune 1, 2017 at 10:52 PM

    absolutely gorgeous hun... both you and your sweater.
    if i were closer - Danika and I would both be popping over for that invite ;)

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  21. TannaJune 2, 2017 at 7:24 AM

    It IS PERFECTION! Looks so good on you, Karen!! And, I'd love it if we could sit on the patio and knit and sip tea! Great job with the timer, too!! Have a lovely weekend! blessings ~ tanna

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  22. Jeannie Gray KnitsJune 2, 2017 at 10:44 AM

    It is perfect! It looks great on you and I love the tapered waist shaping.

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  23. UnknownJune 4, 2017 at 4:32 PM

    Karen, this is beautiful, and it looks beautiful on you too!
    Have a wonderful week ahead!

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  24. GraceJune 4, 2017 at 5:52 PM

    Karen, this sweater is divine! I love the look of the knit, and the way it drapes so nicely. You do a great job of being knitter, writer and photographer, LOL! Have a great week! xx

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  25. Caffeine GirlJune 4, 2017 at 9:03 PM

    This is a stunning sweater, Karen. You knit so beautifully -- and it fits you so well. As my grandmother would say, "Wear it in good health!"

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  26. AlinaJune 4, 2017 at 11:03 PM

    It is perfect! The color, fit and your stitches are impeccable!

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  27. Judy S.June 5, 2017 at 10:49 PM

    Beautiful finish! Looks great. It's been chilly here, too.

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