Friday, August 26, 2016

SPOUTING OFF

It was the first thing that came to my mind when I thought about writing this post : )

I finished my bulky sweater the other day. I soaked it in some no rinse solution, and it took 2 days to dry.  It smells so lovely and feels very soft.



I started with a very basic top down cardigan pattern and made some changes. For one, the yarn is Cascade Magnum and it's knit on a 10mm needle. This yarn is meant to behave like the buffalo wool we used to see sweaters made from. Then, I googled 'whale chart patterns' and got a whole page full. Once I had an idea,  I drew up a chart to fit my number of stitches.



The rolled collar with be extra cozy in winter.  I haven't had a baby to try this on, but I'm thinking it will fit about a 2 year old


The wooden buttons are from my stash. I just knew they would come in handy some day


I'm pretty happy with how it turned out and would definitely make another.  We will see if someone wants one or not.  Next up -- a hat!

Happy stitching and thanks for stopping by.
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22 comments:

  1. Needled MomAugust 26, 2016 at 7:55 AM

    Darling!!! I love the spouters!!!

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  2. ArianeAugust 26, 2016 at 8:15 AM

    This sweater is adorable.

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  3. quiltmaniaAugust 26, 2016 at 9:07 AM

    Who wouldn't want one? It's adorable!

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  4. TiffanyAugust 26, 2016 at 10:58 AM

    This is just so awesome. I'm in awe of your talent.

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  5. TiffanyAugust 26, 2016 at 10:58 AM

    This is just so awesome. I'm in awe of your talent.

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  6. DebbieAugust 26, 2016 at 10:30 PM

    This is like the cutest!!

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  7. KimAugust 27, 2016 at 12:39 AM

    It's not like you, Carla, not to have a baby or two toddling around somewhere. =) What an adorable cardie. Love the colours and the whale pictures are so very sweet. Another clever woolly from your magic needles!

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  8. SarahAugust 27, 2016 at 4:12 AM

    Such an adorable cardigan!! Will the hat have tassles at the peak to look like the blowhole spray of the whales?

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  9. W-S WanderingsAugust 27, 2016 at 5:13 AM

    What a darling cardigan! I love timeless pieces like this. Gorgeous work, as always.

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  10. Jackie's StitchesAugust 27, 2016 at 6:34 AM

    So very cute! Love the name too, it's perfect. the buttons really do suit the sweater. I love little sweaters!

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  11. Cheryl's Teapots2QuiltingAugust 27, 2016 at 6:20 PM

    How cute! I love the whales.

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  12. Afton WarrickAugust 27, 2016 at 9:37 PM

    Perfect post title, and that is just crazy adorable. Are you kidding; who wouldn't want one?

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  13. Heidi StaplesAugust 28, 2016 at 6:23 AM

    Carla, this is darling!!! It makes we wish that I worked with yarn too!

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  14. Karen SAugust 29, 2016 at 11:44 PM

    This is wonderful. It looks so warm and the whales are gorgeous!

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  15. dutchcomfortAugust 30, 2016 at 8:02 AM

    Oh my gosh, I love those wales!

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  16. rachelAugust 30, 2016 at 1:19 PM

    I am pretty sure it is impossible to make anything cuter than this! And those buttons. All the heart eyes!

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  17. Live a Colorful LifeAugust 30, 2016 at 7:27 PM

    I just adore this!! I wish I could knit sweaters. Can I come for a private lesson?

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  18. Leanne ParsonsAugust 31, 2016 at 6:50 PM

    Those whales are fantastic! I love the rolled collar too.

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  19. MichelleAugust 31, 2016 at 6:54 PM

    I love the colors and the whales -- they're so cute!

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  20. OPQuiltSeptember 1, 2016 at 8:38 PM

    You are like my sister: click, clack and a few minutes later out pops a little sweater. She's made a sweater for each of her grandkids, just like I make quilts. I so admire your little whale sweater--very cute! Enjoy the rest of your summer!

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  21. Janine @ Rainbow HareSeptember 2, 2016 at 2:15 AM

    This is a wonderful knit :)

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  22. Kristen RettigSeptember 19, 2016 at 10:26 AM

    Darling. Looks like a big hug.

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