Feb 12, 2013

FO: Derry Raglan & Cowl

I've managed to keep my Jump for Fall challenge alive by having a sweater on the needles at all times.  Wait -- correction:  now that I've finished my Derry Raglan & Cowl, I'll be searching around for a new winter knit to cast on, but for now, I'm basking in the satisfaction of another hand-knit sweater in my closet!


This raglan pullover was great to knit -- the pattern instructions are incredibly clear, sizing was spot on, and the lace detail running down the sleeves kept the knitting interesting.  With the removable cowl as an added detail, the pullover sports two different looks which is a bonus.

I didn't knit with a particular high-end, luxurious yarn.  Nope, I chose Paton's Classic Wool, a true workhorse yarn, and I'm delighted to say that it was a great match with the pattern.

Purloining from the Knitmore Girls' podcast, I happen to be in stitches today:  wearing my newly finished sweater and these! I'm so warm and cozy, I'm not even blinking at the next impending snow storm that's heading to the east coast.
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14 comments:

  1. UnknownFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    What a beautiful sweater!!! I love the pattern & the yarn. Your model is beautiful too. And excuse me? Another snow storm coming? I haven't heard that. Darn it! I'm tired of snow! 2 feet over the weekend was plenty for me! (I'm off to check the weather. And head to the grocery I guess!!) :-)

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  2. Carmela BiscuitFebruary 12, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    That's a very beautiful sweater indeed, and I love the detachable cowl detail, very practical! It looks very classy in black.

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  3. BarbaraFebruary 12, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    Another delectable sweater, and the detachable cowl is a great idea - three wearing options from one project. Love it.

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  4. KimFebruary 12, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    A beautiful sweater for sure, but even more beautiful is you model! I have to say that yo should be feeling snuggy warm today if that is what you are wearing!
    *smiles*

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  5. GailFebruary 12, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    Gah! It's gorgeous!

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 12, 2013 at 1:39 PM

    That sweater is beautiful. Well done!

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  7. Truly MyrtleFebruary 12, 2013 at 2:50 PM

    Fabulous sweater - it'd be great with everything, skirts, trousers, whatever :)

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  8. GerryARTFebruary 12, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    Chalk up another SUCCESS!

    Hugs

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  9. WildflowerWoolFebruary 12, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Great sweater. I love Patons Classic Wool. I just finished a sweater out of it too. Love the details of the sweater.

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  10. flyingjenFebruary 12, 2013 at 10:05 PM

    Great sweater and beautiful model!

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  12. StefanieFebruary 17, 2013 at 11:15 PM

    I always covet your sweater FOs! It always makes me itch to start a sweater project. The black is classy and the lace detailing is lovely.

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  13. Marie/Underground CrafterFebruary 19, 2013 at 8:16 PM

    I love Patons Classic Wool. The raglan is lovely and I agree, the removable cowl is a great addition. I'm also jealous because you can knit black things. With a black and white cat, black is pretty much banned from my knitting repertoire.

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  14. margauxFebruary 21, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    Gorgeous sweater! Beautiful job - it looks like it will be worn a TON!

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