I have been a little lax in the commitment I made last month to post more often. The thing is, and I know a lot of you will completely understand, I am an obsessive knitter. Once I have a project in hand, all I want to do is work on it. Stopping to write a blog post, or do laundry, or whathaveyou, is just not anywhere on my radar.
A few weeks ago I went stash diving and decided to make myself a gigantic cozy sweater to wear to Rhinebeck. I have lots of discontinued yarn in my stash that I can't design with but that I love too much to give away, sell, or donate. One of these yarns found its way onto my needles - 7 precious skeins of Queensland Kathmandu Chunky, a scrumptious blend of merino, silk, and cashmere. I wanted to make one of those sweaters that you see all the time in romantic comedies. You know the one, it's huge and slouchy and the lead actress wears it as she drinks too much wine and laments what could have been in an impossibly beautiful downtown loft.
Now I am no rom-com heroine, but I do love a cozy sweater. I wear them as outerwear, layering on scarves, hats and mittens until the winter winds finally force me to get out a real coat. From the moment I purchased the Kathmandu Chunky, this sweater is what it was always meant to be. So I knit like a woman possessed. And before I knew it -- it was chunky yarn after all -- I'd made myself that sweater that I'd dreamt of. It is a wonderful thing when that image you had in your head slips off your needles so effortlessly. Trust me, this is not often the case in my knitting life.
Sofie is modeling it here, and in my size it is truly enormous on her. A quality she finds delightful. I will need to hide this one well, or it will end up on her back for most of the winter.
Now if only it would be cool enough on Saturday to wear such a sweater.
Sofie isn't the only one who wants to steal that sweater!!
Posted by: Beverly | October 15, 2014 at 09:26 PM
Hmmm. I was relishing this unseasonable weather until I read this. Now I want a crisp northwest breeze, a big comfy sweater, and maybe a mug of hot cocoa. Casting on!
Posted by: Jani | October 15, 2014 at 09:33 PM
I'm getting in the Steal KK's Sweater Line too. Lov eit! It is exactly the kind of sweater I dream of.
(love your romcom heroine description, too)
Posted by: gale zucker (she shoots sheep shots) | October 15, 2014 at 10:11 PM
It's perfect! And we can be too hot for this sweater partners :). I'll get u a cold drink...
Posted by: Thea | October 15, 2014 at 10:17 PM
That is one awesome sweater! And you know how Rhinebeck goes - it's rarely cool enough for all of the glorious handknits. That doesn't usually stop anyone from wearing them, though. Have fun!
Posted by: Carole | October 16, 2014 at 06:32 AM
Love it! Have a fantastic time at Rhinebeck, no matter what the weather!
Posted by: anne | October 16, 2014 at 10:06 AM
Perfect sweater to keep winters chill at bay and to show off your knitting skills. Enjoy Rhinebeck! I wish I could see you and everyone else, sweater or no!
Posted by: margene | October 16, 2014 at 10:44 AM
Too bad you won't (I assume) be there on Sunday! It will definitely be cold enough to wear then! It's very cute and comfy looking. Also, I love that yarn! I made a Teva Durham shrug thing out of it years ago and wish I had more.
Posted by: Melissa | October 16, 2014 at 02:23 PM
That sweater is awesome. I need a sweater like that in my life! :)
Posted by: Iris | October 16, 2014 at 03:19 PM
Simply gorgeous!! Take lots of photos to post for us left back at home.
Posted by: Elaine | October 16, 2014 at 05:03 PM
Ah i dream of such a cosy sweater but i am small and slight and need small taliored things or i look like i am in borrowed clothes. I shall live vicariously through you!
Posted by: Rebecca | October 17, 2014 at 05:25 AM
It's even my color...
Posted by: marylou | October 17, 2014 at 08:38 AM
Really pretty!
Posted by: Debbie | October 17, 2014 at 02:41 PM
It's cool enough here in Oregon, and today is Saturday. You've inspired me to dig out my big cozy deep yummy sweater, perfect for a damp cool October Saturday. I'm really enjoying your return to the blog, even sporadically.
Posted by: Meredith MC | October 18, 2014 at 01:24 PM
I like to wear such a sweater. It's a perfect sweater to keep warm.
Posted by: Joyce | October 19, 2014 at 09:46 PM
I dont blame Sofie. It looks like something I would love too :)
Posted by: Pernille | October 25, 2014 at 08:28 AM
Will possibly have the pattern available for us?
Posted by: Marie Taylor | October 27, 2014 at 03:35 PM
Ooooh, so cozy!
Posted by: Vicki | November 04, 2014 at 10:44 AM