FABruary sweater

Thanks for all the comments on the Tomten Jacket!  I'm happy to share another Elizabeth Zimmermann and Noro pairing today.  It's EZ's February Sweater (from Knitter's Almanac), and knit with 2.5 balls of Noro Matsuri (color #2).

Matsuri is a DK weight yarn, so I started with 55 sts, and all the stitch counts were about 10% more than original pattern.  It's knit all in garter st to show off the stripes.That's all I have to say about this much-loved pattern; for me, this knit was all about the new cotton/wool yarn.  It has chain construction, so it's a bit stretchy (easy on the hands), and lightweight too (great yardage!).  It is soft, but didn't break no matter how hard I tried to pull it apart.  It says to hand wash, but I machine-washed it anyway on wool (gentle) cycle in cold water and it came out fine.  There were a few thick and thin bits, but on the whole it's much more even than other Noro yarns I've used. Can you tell I like this yarn?  I bought some more so I can make Klaralund, which I've always liked, but found Silk Garden too scratchy around the neck.  Good thing there's only one colorway (the black) that I would wear, or I would end up with lots of this, since a thin cotton would probably get lots of wear in the warm climate we have here.

I might have mentioned a few (gazillion) times how much I like knitting for babies.  This year seems to be a bumper year, with colleagues, colleagues' relatives, relatives' friends, and just plain friends all expecting.  This February sweater is going to a little boy born in January, so it should fit right about now (I hope- next time I might consider lengthening the sleeves a bit).  There are more baby knits on the horizon, and you can expect to see more of this guy to model them.

 

Comments

[Kai]

It's beautiful. I love the colours in that. Have to say, I've stayed away from Noro because I've always found it too scratchy. I think I might have to try the Matsuri.

[yaiAnn]

So cute! I love the colorway you chose, too!

[polly]

oh it's just darling... and wool and cotton? I like the noro colours, but like you find them far too itchy esp for children.. so it's good to see softer alternatives.

[kim]

Cute baby sweater. Thanks for the heads up on the Matsuri! Finally, the beautiful colors of Noro, without the itchiness!

[mona]

Now you have given me an idea on how to use my balls of Rowan Tapestry that have been lying around waiting for a project.

Thanks

[marjorie]

this is so pretty! I didn't know Noro has such a good not-too-scratchy yarn :)

[Knitting]

Oooo! So pretty! Lovely colors....Thanks for sharing..
keep up the work.

[Siow Chin]

This is so cool!

[Amy]

Aw, it's so cute!!

[Ingrid]

Wow, such lovely, lovely colours, and a beutful match of design with the yarn.

[Lisa]

That jacket is so cute! Love the Noro yarn.

[yuvee]

The colours are gorgeous! I've been wanting to attempt the pattern too, but there are no babies around me!

[priscilla]

Ooh, that sweater is gorgeous! The teddy bear makes it look even cuter!

[nova]

This is very cute! And I think I may actually like this better without the gull stitch!

[Maryann]

Incredibly cute!

[sue]

It is absolutely gorgeous for a little boy. I love the colors. I myself never liked the Noro yarn as it felt so scratchy to knit with. I like the garter stitch too and I did read somewhere that garter stitch garments are the in thing at the moment.

[Michelle]

wow. that is such a cute jacket!! is that pattern easy? i've heard so much abt EZ's book. maybe i should buy that the book to have a read. i'm currently knitting the Lady Eleanor using Noro Silk Garden for the very first time. absolutely love the colours!!

[Denise]

Very, very cute...I love the gull pattern but this is sweet too. And even a bit faster to make...I might have to make one of these.

[lucette]

This is the one of the best feb jackets I have ever seen. The colours just dance.

[Peggy]

The sweaters is very cute. I love the colors! I also love how you matched the sleeves. :)

[Oiyi]

Omg, this is beautiful. I love the color changes.

[Peggy]

I LOVE the colors! And it looks like a fast, efficient knit.

[SONIA]

where can i find the pattern for the Fabruary sweater. I love it but i need a pattern to make this sweather. Can someone please help me find the pattern. Thank you.

sfl

[Joy Chan]

Dear Sonia,

The pattern for the February sweater can be found in Elizabeth
Zimmermanns Knitters Almanac, which is available at Amazon.com

Best wishes,
Joy

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[SONIA]

Thank you very much for the info on the sweater.