October 21, 2005
A Maroon Turtleneck
Added to the fall queue:
I think this will look cute with cropped pants and boots in the winter. The maroon is a departure for me in terms of color, but it seems warm for fall and holidays.
There is no real pattern for this (image from BR), but its a basic turtleneck, so I think I can handle making it up...that is, with help from The Knitter's Handy Book of Sweater Patterns. I may add ribbing to the bottom, or may leave it loose like their version.
Two sweaters at once, isn't this contrary to the ever-practical one-sweater-at-a-time rule? What am I thinking? I am thinking that I need some zone-out knitting, and a worked-out pattern is just the thing. Never fear, I'm all about finishing. These sweaters will get done.
Comments (22)
you probably know this already, but just in case...that book is notorious for very wide/baggy sleeves. i used it as a guide for paul's sweater (who's pretty broad-shouldered with larger arms) and still had to lop off 3 inches from the top of the sleeves!
Posted by jody | October 21, 2005 11:33 AM
Posted on October 21, 2005 11:33
On my current cardigan (for which I am using KHBoSP as a basis for the pattern) I changed the sleeve instructions so that they are smaller than what Ann Budd suggests . Jody is right, Ann Budd's sleeves are big. Not the look that I was going for with this knit.
But, her pattern would be a great guide to designing this pattern. Have fun, I think that it's a great idea.
Posted by Colleen | October 21, 2005 11:39 AM
Posted on October 21, 2005 11:39
Oooh, I think we have the same color of Jaeger Shetland Aran. The turtleneck looks like a good winter basic. Good luck with the pattern -- I"m looking forward to seeing your progress!
Posted by caitlyn | October 21, 2005 11:44 AM
Posted on October 21, 2005 11:44
I knew that turtleneck looked familiar! I think I was coveting it at BR a few weeks ago. That shouldn't be a very hard pattern to copy. I took a sweater design class at Stitches and have a lot of handouts on this type of thing, so let me know if you want to check them out for reference!
Posted by Annie | October 21, 2005 11:44 AM
Posted on October 21, 2005 11:44
wow, the color and the style of this turtleneck is divine! i suggest you use some rowan's existing patterns as reference. as i love their fits and the style is slim and fitting!
Posted by blossom | October 21, 2005 12:05 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:05
funny how i have that exact same bag of yarn. can't wait for your designs!
Posted by winnie | October 21, 2005 12:15 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:15
We might be on the same wavelength. Just yesterday I was thinking about what to do this bag of Cascade 220 I have. And I decided on a turtleneck! How funny! Can't wait to see what you come up with. Who knows when I'll start mine.
Posted by Angela | October 21, 2005 12:28 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:28
That's a stylish sweater ... and I'm quite sure you can handle working out the pattern. Go for it ... go for it!
Posted by Agnes | October 21, 2005 12:35 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:35
I've been eyeing that color of Shetland Aran. I think I may have to take a detour to Janettes. I think it will look great as a turtleneck.
Posted by Shannon | October 21, 2005 12:37 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:37
Oh yeah, that is cute. It looks like then seamed the arms on the right side of the fabric...very cool looking!
Posted by carolyn | October 21, 2005 12:45 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:45
Great sweater - yummy yarn and color. It'll be perfect for winter. I can't wait to see how it comes out.
Posted by Stephanie | October 21, 2005 12:51 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:51
I'm sure you'll do a fabulous job coming up with your own design. I would recommend using the Grumperina negative-ease method. I'm doing that for the sweater I'm working on right now and it works well.
And that is a lovely color! Very impressive of you to branch out all over the place.
Posted by Purly Whites | October 21, 2005 12:56 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 12:56
That is totally cute. I love that the ribbing extends 1/2 way up the forearm. The color is also perfect...I can totally see it with some tweedy cropped pants and boots.
Posted by Christie | October 21, 2005 1:24 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 13:24
That will be one cool looking sweater. I like the body as it is, but I also think ribs would even out the "look" of it. Heh, I'm so non-committal.
Posted by Kim | October 21, 2005 3:34 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 15:34
i've never heard about the "one sweater at a time rule" .... must be why i have so many UFO's. but, yes! DON'T do ribbing on the bottom of the sweater --- it will look all boxed in. :)
Posted by graylagran | October 21, 2005 7:38 PM
Posted on October 21, 2005 19:38
I'm with Purly- love the ribbing on the sleeves, love the colour and think the outfit sounds fab.
Posted by Di | October 22, 2005 3:15 AM
Posted on October 22, 2005 03:15
I think the rule really is "Have at least 2 projects going at the same time". Although quite frankly the ONLY rule in knitting is "Don't Panic". The nice thing about having multiple projects going is if you're stuck on one, you can work on the other. I love your idea for the turtle neck sweater -- good luck with the design!
Posted by nona | October 24, 2005 12:00 PM
Posted on October 24, 2005 12:00
Gorgeous choice...
Posted by vicki | October 24, 2005 1:53 PM
Posted on October 24, 2005 13:53
I think that this will look fabulous on you. YOu can totally handle two sweaters at once. I mean, you seem to be a fast knitter :) Anyways, I am addicted to Cash Iroha. I think I need to remake an hourglass using that since I was only about 70% happy with my first sweater... have a good rest of your week!
Posted by Dani | October 26, 2005 11:38 PM
Posted on October 26, 2005 23:38
Raspy looks great! I love the simple turtleneck also. What makes it unique is the long ribbing! Love the long ribbing!
Posted by Eilene | October 27, 2005 10:28 AM
Posted on October 27, 2005 10:28
Love that yarn colour! What a pretty turtleneck it will make...can't wait to see the FO!
Posted by Roxanne | October 27, 2005 3:35 PM
Posted on October 27, 2005 15:35
I saw the "Maroon Turleneck" on your blog. I am looking for a close-fitting basic turtleneck pattern. Do you know where I can purchase that pattern. Thanks.
Sharon
Posted by Sharon | September 8, 2006 11:34 AM
Posted on September 8, 2006 11:34