I can’t tell you how happy I am to have a finished knit for me that I love. You may recall how Juliet didn’t end well and that was the last knit for me. Shalom was a different story altogether. I altered the pattern a bit — details on ravelry — because it is written for one small size only. If I were making another — and I am not ruling out that possibility — I think I’d cast off fewer stitches for the cap sleeve and leave more stitches for the body. The yarn is Rowan’s RYC Soft Tweed in a sage-y color. I loved working with this yarn and was very happy with how it washed and finished. Especially since this pattern is free I highly recommend it if you are looking to make a really great sweater. And if you are looking for some inspiration try these made by Melissa (and this one, and this one too), and by Gwen, and by Liz, and by Amanda, and by Laura for starters.
I almost wore the crazy rainbow one today. But tomorrow will be cold (and dreary) so I’ll wear it then. With my chartreuse boots.
I knit up my Shalom sweater for Christmas and I can’t take it off–yours turned out great!
Love it, makes me want to cast-on immediately!
Love how yours turned out! I wore my Shalom yesterday. I often think about making another one with long sleeves. I do love it!
I must say , you did a wonderful job! Shalom looks very nice on you
Great blog by the way.
It’s super-cute! My BKB is getting ready to knit it, too.
it’s on my list – probably with sleeves. i have to block my other finished knit first!
it’s really perfect on you:)
Hi Jennifer
Really it’s beautiful, and looks great on you.
I think I’m going to try knitting one too since this winter I’m knitting more and quilting less.
I love your blog, by the way
That is the most adorable picture I’ve ever seen of you (and the sweater looks amazing!)
Love this! You look so happy in it. Are you wearing it lots?
Looks great!!
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