Sometimes being a slouch is just fine. Normally, I love knitting fitted, figure hugging designs that appreciate all the fantastic curves we women have to offer but occasionally, all I want is something comfy and slouchy and relaxed while still being appropriate for human interaction. (I've heard it's frowned upon to go out in public in your robe. Go figure.)
Remember Freudian Stitch? Long since ripped, it's now become this.
It's a simple design with plenty of ease and a huge scoop neck that can be worn on or off the shoulders. The cowl is gently flared to allow it to drape loosely at the neck or be worn across the shoulders, as desired.
The simple cable running up the front and back has been scaled down to run along the sleeves as well.
As I've noted in the past, I just love working with Silky Wool. The tweedy color, subtle texture and crisp hand, make for a lovely fabric and the light weight doesn't add bulk and is suitable for most seasons.
I'm not sure if I'll offer a pattern or not, that'll depend on time and customer interest. It's not a complicated piece but I would be offering several different cable charts to ensure that the scale of the cables fits the larger sizes so the cost in time and tech editing would be a little higher than usual.
But hey, this is my first official knitting photoshoot in the new home. It's silly but it feels a little momentous to me. Even the girls got in on the fun.
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Comments (31)
I love scoop necks. And that sweater looks so comfy and warm... Looks just right for the winter season.
Posted by Grace | September 15, 2009 4:17 PM
Posted on September 15, 2009 16:17
Wow! I love that sweater.. would totally knit it if you offered the pattern. And what gorgeous floors!!
Posted by Emily | September 3, 2009 4:23 PM
Posted on September 3, 2009 16:23
I would ABSOLUTELY want to knit that, particularly if it were offered in plus sizes. Consider this customer interest, as I'd be thrilled to buy that pattern!
Posted by Heather | August 31, 2009 12:07 PM
Posted on August 31, 2009 12:07
The sweater is beautiful, the girls are beautiful, and the house looks beautiful too!
But I've got to know about the jeans! LOL
Posted by maria | August 29, 2009 10:43 AM
Posted on August 29, 2009 10:43
Chiming in with dittos: beautiful place, lovely pattern. Maybe it's the way you wear it, but the sweater seems to combine feeling comfortable and looking good. If you offer the pattern, I will get it.
Posted by PJ | August 29, 2009 5:34 AM
Posted on August 29, 2009 05:34
I would most definately knit that! It's beautiful!
Posted by Pinkadele | August 29, 2009 1:50 AM
Posted on August 29, 2009 01:50
Lovely sweater - I do hope you publish the pattern. If you need a test knitter, I'm happy to offer my services!
Posted by Seoladair | August 28, 2009 2:48 PM
Posted on August 28, 2009 14:48
Love, love, love the sweater! Please publish it!
Posted by JoAnn | August 27, 2009 1:52 PM
Posted on August 27, 2009 13:52
I love the design too. You look great (as usual!)in this lovely sweater. Hope you are getting settled in the new house.
Posted by Wanda | August 27, 2009 8:15 AM
Posted on August 27, 2009 08:15
ok, here's the deal. i'm broke, but i'd scrounge up the $$ to buy that sweater pattern! that would look good on ANYBODY (including dumpy lil ol me!)
can you have it out soon? pretty please?
with sugar on top?
Posted by minnie | August 26, 2009 8:24 PM
Posted on August 26, 2009 20:24
I'd buy this pattern. I love comfy sweaters and this is stylish too. There's a reason you're my favorite designer.
Posted by lostchyld | August 26, 2009 2:24 PM
Posted on August 26, 2009 14:24
Squee! Sorry but you MUST PUBLISH!
Posted by Julia | August 26, 2009 12:44 PM
Posted on August 26, 2009 12:44
I love that pattern. It looks really wearable and I can't even imagine how hard it is to change a cable pattern to accomodate different sizes.
On another note, holy cow! That's an awesome house you have there, That fireplace? That yard? Wow...
Posted by Amy in StL | August 26, 2009 10:53 AM
Posted on August 26, 2009 10:53
This is so beautiful- and beautiful on you! I could see a real demand for the pattern. Just sayin'. ;) xo-S.
Posted by Nonnahs | August 26, 2009 12:02 AM
Posted on August 26, 2009 00:02
One more request for the pattern - it looks great, flattering, and I can see this being a sweater I keep gravitating to throughout the wintertime.
Posted by Kelly | August 25, 2009 4:01 PM
Posted on August 25, 2009 16:01
Love the sweater - definitely interested in buying the pattern. It looks so comfy yet not sloppy. And I think it would flatter many different body types.
Posted by donna | August 25, 2009 11:57 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 11:57
love it - would definitely buy the pattern - I can see that sweater on myself or either (or both) of my DD's. great design - comfy yet not sloppy looking. it would flatter just about any body type.
Posted by donna | August 25, 2009 11:56 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 11:56
Love the sweater - definitely interested in buying the pattern. It looks so comfy yet not sloppy. And I think it would flatter many different body types.
Posted by donna | August 25, 2009 11:52 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 11:52
So gorgeous... Exactly the sweater I want ;-)
I hope you'll publish this pattern in Twist Collective...
Posted by Blibli | August 25, 2009 9:31 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 09:31
ooh i love it! the color and the style are great on you. i really like the cowl neckline a lot.
Posted by mai | August 25, 2009 9:08 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 09:08
Very nice and just the sweater I am looking for. Will it be offered in an issue of Twist Collective?
Posted by melistress | August 25, 2009 9:01 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 09:01
I think this is very elegant and flattering Marnie...looks so comfy too!
Posted by Gudrun | August 25, 2009 8:06 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 08:06
Very pretty! I hope you release this pattern too!
Posted by Klina | August 25, 2009 7:45 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 07:45
Love Silky wool - am always astonished how well it shows cables because it feels like such a loose, drapey yarn.
Congrats again on your new home - enjoy decorating! :)
Posted by June | August 25, 2009 5:31 AM
Posted on August 25, 2009 05:31
Gorgeous sweater - I really like the colour. I hope you release the pattern.
Posted by thraceknits | August 24, 2009 10:07 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 22:07
Beautiful! (And the fireplace is fab.)
Posted by --Deb | August 24, 2009 8:15 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 20:15
I have an addiction to cowl necks! I would love this pattern if you would want to write it up. I also have an addiction to fireplaces, and yours is lovely!
Posted by mollysusie | August 24, 2009 7:20 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 19:20
I saw this on your Rav page, it's gorgeous!! So is your house.
Posted by Renee | August 24, 2009 6:38 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 18:38
the house looks great, and I like the sweater a lot! I tried a neckline like that once before and it didn't go well, but I am thinking how it is cast off can make a big difference in tension around the neckline?
Posted by pixie | August 24, 2009 6:09 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 18:09
Wow, that is beautiful!! And I love Silky Wool, too!
Posted by Jennmoles | August 24, 2009 6:07 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 18:07
I think it's a really adorable sweater. It achieves the comfy-yet-I-could-wear-this-out-to-dinner look. =)
Posted by Abby | August 24, 2009 6:06 PM
Posted on August 24, 2009 18:06