You like? It's new! It's a little pattern I whipped up (that took two tries -- the moss stitch would NOT behave).
Detail of the easy-peasey crocheted edge.
And dudes, it's probably closest to this color on my monitor. It's BRIGHT. But I love it.
It's Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sport, in Firefly, and it is SO SOFT. So, so, so soft. I'm thinking of adding little pearl buttons, but I'm not sure yet. I kind of love it like this.
Pattern? Well. Ahem. Darlings, it's not going to be out for quite a while. It'll be the pattern for book #2. But you can wait a bit, right?
I love it. My new summer in San Francisco sweater.
I'm halfway through my second attempt at a summer sweater in the exact same yarn AND in the exact same color! Seeing your pattern and photo inspires me to pick the project back up. I lost the first attempt on an airplane -- horror of horrors and have been hand sewing instead ever since that heartbreaking event. Maybe our paths will cross in Oakland someday in our firefly sweaters!
Posted by: Nicole | Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 19:28
I heart this sweater, but I strongly advise you NOT to offer the pattern separately, at least not until after the book itself is on sale in physical copies (not pre-sale). A big selling point on the books for me is the included pattern, though I'd buy them anyways. Just sayin.
Posted by: ayla | Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 20:13
That is super cute - when you get to test-knit stage sign me up!
Posted by: nestra | Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 21:37
love it! The border looks terrific, and the shape is perfect.
Posted by: Kelly | Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 22:00
oooh, it's GORGEOUS!
Posted by: Mel | Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 22:42
I like your sweater so well it may tempt me to finally learn how to crochet. In my days as a redhead I could have worn that color. Now that I'm mostly
greywhite, I need to choose cooler colors.Posted by: Mary Plante | Thursday, July 02, 2009 at 23:54
What a lovely sweater! Well done, you.
Posted by: Susan | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 05:03
Stunning! I vote no buttons. It's perfect as it is.
Posted by: Robynn | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 05:17
It's lovely! That edging detail, mmm.
Posted by: ccr in MA | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 05:32
LOVE the color on you and the fit is perfect...how long do I have to wait for book 2? And when is book one going to be in the stores?
Gotta know these things to pencil them in the date book as reminders...:)
Posted by: KnittySue | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 05:46
You look fabulous! So does the sweater!
Posted by: Anne | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 05:58
That is a FANTASTIC sweater! Very flattering
Posted by: chris | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 05:58
Oh please, tell me how you manage to be a homeowner, hold down a job with crazy hours, write novels AND knitting patterns?! I think I've knit a total of 3 whole hours in the 6 months since we bought this house and I feel like I can't get a thing done. Maybe your 3rd book could be a self-help book with all of your super-human secrets? Gah.
Posted by: Jeni | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 07:12
Very pretty sweater and the color suits you. It's nice to see the crochet borders making a comeback - they give a garment such a lovely finished look.
Posted by: ellen | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 07:24
Beautiful! I vote for tiny, yellowish pearl buttons. =)
Posted by: rc | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 07:32
I am aaaaall about the summer sweater. And this one is so, SO lovely! I can wait. I guess I have a few things I can knit in the mean time.
Posted by: Sonya | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 08:34
Wow! Another very cute pattern.
You are just a power-house, Girl!
Posted by: Teresa | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 08:58
You and the sweater look fantastic!!!
Posted by: Janine | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 09:31
Oh, I just LOVE this sweater. I rarely see any I like but this one looks irresistible! Can I get in the line for test knitting? I'm good at test knitting, I swear!
Posted by: Julie | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 10:34
That is Bee-yoo-tiful!
Posted by: Bethany | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 10:37
The sweater is darling. I will add it to my "possibilities" list. I have NO PROBLEM waiting, the list is long and the stash is wide.
Posted by: KnittingInMind | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 12:01
I love this pattern - the raglan style, the waist shaping and the cute crochet edging. You're doing an awesome job creating buzz for this book!
Posted by: Shannon | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 12:07
You are a GENIUS! I have been sadly disappointed and uninspired by every sweater I have seen for months now and then I saw....exactly what is the perfect sweater. Oh the nail biting while waiting for the pattern....be merciful!
Posted by: Jane | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 13:27
Very nice sweater! Do you offer it in multiple sizes?
Posted by: Charlotte | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 13:35
I love the sweater and don't want to wait. But for you, I will! Mwah! The sweater looks great and I definitely want the pattern. And I will be happy to purchase your books to get it!
Posted by: Wanda | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 13:51
You show that moss stitch who is boss!
So cute *without* buttons!
Posted by: Martha Flynn | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 14:29
Love it! It's adorable and can't wait for the pattern to come out :)
Posted by: Pam | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 15:25
you are soooo talented woman!! i love this sweater and it looks absolutely perfect on you!
Posted by: Tara | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 15:54
oooh. This is going to be part of the storyline isn't it? But the color. Love it. I may have to buy it now. I would hate not to find it later. Happy 4th!
Posted by: Helen | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 16:21
The sweater is darling. I'm adding it to my list of possiblilities. I especially like the little flip collar.
I don't mind waiting, the list is long and the stash is wide.
Posted by: KnittingInMind | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 20:12
oooooh, PRETTY
Posted by: leslie from San Leandro | Friday, July 03, 2009 at 20:46
So pretty and versatile. (And the sweater's not bad, either!) If you need a test knit that would fit a short, round woman, lemme know.
Posted by: toni in florida | Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 04:24
CUTE!!!
I just finished a Pioneer (from a recent Knitty) out of the Shepherd Sport, and it *is* a fantastic yarn.
Posted by: Kate | Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 05:25
Yes, when is your book(s)coming out? I want to buy it (and the sweater patterns).
Posted by: Joan in Reno | Saturday, July 04, 2009 at 14:12
I love it! And I think some little pearl buttons would be lovely - you wouldn't have to button them if you wanted to wear the sweater open like that, but they'd add a nice little finishing touch.
Can't believe I'm going to have to wait until book 2 for the pattern, and book 1 isn't even out yet!
Posted by: J Strizzy | Monday, July 06, 2009 at 06:41
Freaking adorable!
Posted by: RandomRanter | Thursday, July 09, 2009 at 17:58