The Somewhat Cowl is Done.
And here it is!
I love my cowl.
Sorry for the huge pics, but I love this sweater, so I got my resident photographer to take some pictures with his new Canon 30D...
At first, I wasn't sure about the collar, but for me, it just took wearing the right shirt underneath. Nothing with a v-neck, just a round or straight across collar, so you're not distracted from the pretty cowl neck.
I used Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool for this project, and I lovelovelove this yarn! It's fun and easy to knit with, and it looks so beautiful when it's knit up. I think it's going to be a good all-season sweater - I can wear it now with a camisole underneath, and still be comfortable when it's a little bit warm. I'm picturing it with a long sleeved t-shirt or maybe even a crisp white collared shirt when it gets colder...
YAY!
You know the pattern: The Somewhat Cowl by the fabulous Wendy of Knit and Tonic. I used the pattern changes for a slightly more fitted sweater, including shaping on the sides. It's not super fitted, but I like the way it hangs. I have plans to make a few more of Wendy's patterns because they are super wearable and extremely well written.
So, if you're playing Blogger Bingo at Rhinebeck, I'll be rocking my Somewhat Cowl, probably on Saturday. And also Rhinebeck is SO CLOSE! wheeeeeeeeeee. And next on the knitting agenda? Central Park, from the latest Knitscene. Because my twin sister Cathy wants to be just like Rachael.
All right. I've gotta go clean and study and knit. My October is all kinds of crazy. Check out my next three weekends:
October 13: Bling plays Fall for Greenville.
October 20 - 22: Rhinebeck!
October 28 : My 10 year high school reunion. Weird.
And somewhere in there, we're gonna close on a house. And pack. And I'm gonna do some homework. It will all fall into place. Right?
Comments (52)
Looks so beautiful! I love that yarn... I am so into heathered yarn right now.
Posted by frecklegirl jess | October 20, 2006 11:23 AM
OHH love the somewhat cowl! LOve the color and it fits you great! I think you will inspire me to go finish mine!(it's about the same color-but different yarn) I still have the sleeves and collar to do!
Posted by Michelle | October 19, 2006 5:41 PM
You look fabulous ! Color, fit, everything - terrific!
Posted by Theresa | October 15, 2006 7:33 AM
I really like this, and 1 - looks good on you with your hair color, 2 - I would wear it too, I am also a red head, 3 - how long did it take you? I want to make it too :)
Posted by Gia | October 14, 2006 2:30 PM
YAY YAY YAY!!!! (Looks sooooo good on you!)
Posted by Wendy | October 14, 2006 1:19 AM
I heart Cathy.
And you look HOT in that. Great job.
Posted by Rachael | October 12, 2006 10:26 PM
Your somewhat cowl is so cute! That's a really good color. Have fun at Rhinebeck!!!
Posted by biglug | October 12, 2006 8:11 PM
Awesome Sweater! Nice color, and it looks great on you!
Posted by Julia | October 12, 2006 7:43 PM
That looks great!!! It's a great color too. I am so impressed at how quickly you whip out SWEATERS. Not hats, mitts, socks, baby stuff. You always have great sweaters and FAST. I'm so jealous! I have a 7 week old baby now so it's going to be a while before I tackle a big project, I think! Have fun at Rhinebeck and good luck with the house - it's cute!
Posted by Elinor | October 12, 2006 6:08 PM
Beautiful "Somewhat Cowl"...that teal looks so good with your new hair color. Great choice and flattering.
Posted by Beatriz | October 12, 2006 4:44 PM
I love the color, it looks really great on you.
Posted by Iris | October 12, 2006 1:40 PM
that is the prettiest sweater ever!!! We'll miss you at the pupmkin festivities tomorrow!
Posted by jenny | October 12, 2006 11:01 AM
Isn't it great how the cowl fits me PERFECTLY?
oh yeah.
Posted by Anne Marie | October 11, 2006 10:38 AM
Isn't it great how the cowl fits me PERFECTLY?
oh yeah.
Posted by Anne Marie | October 11, 2006 10:38 AM
Congrats on a beautiful sweater. Maybe someday I will be half that talented!
Posted by Kristen | October 10, 2006 7:25 PM
You look hot! x
Posted by NORA | October 10, 2006 4:31 PM
I love how that looks on you. It's reaaaaaally cute.
Have fun at Rhinebeck. And good luck with packing and moving!
Posted by Becky | October 10, 2006 3:06 PM
LOVE! I love it. Looks smashing on you. See you and it at Rhinebeck.
Posted by Silvia | October 10, 2006 12:12 PM
It turned out GORGEOUS! I love that yarn and it wears so well.
Can't wait to see what color you choose for your CPH!
Great job as always!
Good luck with the house.
Posted by heather | October 10, 2006 11:29 AM
totally cute. love the color on you with your new hair.
Posted by amanda | October 10, 2006 9:45 AM
didn't your sweater turn out lovely?! i can picture it too with long sleeves ... hmmm ... i should take another look at some of those knit&tonic patterns :)
i am making the central park hoodie, and hope to rock it out at rhinebeck. i guess it all depends on the weather, and whether or not i finish it intime :)
Posted by gray la gran | October 10, 2006 9:37 AM
Totally cute, Carrie! I love the color, and it looks awesome with the new hair. The silky wool really has a great texture to it. Hang in there - one day at a time. :)
Posted by terby | October 10, 2006 7:06 AM
The cowl? She is FABULOUS! Your knitting skills have become enviable!!! I LOVE IT! Now I must go fantasize about making one...
Posted by Lara | October 9, 2006 11:51 PM
Your somewhat cowel looks great! This makes me want to get mine out and fix the sleeves. hmmm...
Posted by maya | October 9, 2006 10:13 PM
Hey nice Somewhat Cowl. I am just finishing the last arm on mine. I tried mine on and will absolutely have to wear a top under it - or possibly get mistaken for a "workin' girl". Nice work!
Posted by Lisa | October 9, 2006 8:55 PM
Wow, so many nice things going on in your life. The cowl is fab and looks comfy. And the house photos that you shared. Wowzee! Congratulations on it all-- :) (and thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a nice comment to boot!)
Posted by kodachrome | October 9, 2006 5:54 PM
you look so happy. great job! i'm moving mine up on the list, and i hope mine looks as good.
Posted by lynette | October 9, 2006 5:22 PM
Wait until you hit your 20th HS reunion. That is really weird. Somewhat Cowl looks fantastic!
Posted by Gina | October 9, 2006 4:12 PM
LOVE the cowl and totally dig the hair. Are you sharing how you did the hair? Was that in a former post? I'm so behind. I want red hair so so much.
Posted by JulieFrick | October 9, 2006 3:10 PM
Looks great, love the color! Good job by the photographer with his new camera, too!
Posted by springyknitting | October 9, 2006 1:30 PM
The Cowl looks great! Fits you perfect, and what a pretty yarn!
Can't wait to see you at Rhinebeck--it's been, oh, about 6 years now? ;)
Posted by Jessica | October 9, 2006 1:14 PM
the color of the somewhat cowl goes nicely eith your new hair color. very autumn.
Posted by Krista | October 9, 2006 12:45 PM
teamie you should be in a magazine, it's sooo pretty!
Posted by joanna | October 9, 2006 11:58 AM
Your cowl turned out fabulous! Now if I could only finish mine...
Posted by Rhonda | October 9, 2006 7:37 AM
Wow that looks great, the yarn is super pretty!
Posted by jen | October 9, 2006 2:32 AM
OMG! I am in love with it. I want it so bad. It's HEJ color. Beautiful beautiful job schmoo. So pro. Way to go!
And also: whyarewesobusy.com
Posted by Jenny | October 9, 2006 1:19 AM
Ooooh, purdy color, I love that silky tweed too, soooo soft!!! And speaking of color... your hair is FABULOUS!!!
Posted by sarah | October 9, 2006 12:32 AM
Ooooh, purdy color, I love that silky tweed too, soooo soft!!! And speaking of color... your hair is FABULOUS!!!
Posted by sarah | October 9, 2006 12:32 AM
Carrie, I love your sweater. I see I wasn't the only one with a deep neckline.
Posted by Erica B. | October 9, 2006 12:27 AM
Very nice sweater, and nice photos too.
Posted by alison | October 8, 2006 11:39 PM
Carrie, your Somewhat Cowl came out GREAT! You look so happy and loved and just wonderful. What a great resident photog you have! Have a great next couple of weeks and good luck w/ the house!
Posted by Skylar | October 8, 2006 11:03 PM
The cowl looks great and oh-so-versatile!
Good luck with the house, btw!
I wish I still lived down there so we could afford a house! :-)
Posted by kelly | October 8, 2006 9:29 PM
oh, it's certainly lovely! the color looks great with your new(ish) haircolor. now i wanna make a special sweater for rhinebeck!
Posted by carrie m | October 8, 2006 5:28 PM
turned out great carrie! i love the color and the fit. perfect! see you at rhinebeck!
Posted by gleek | October 8, 2006 5:10 PM
The somewhat cowl looks great! I love that color!
I am hoping to go to Rhinebeck so maybe I will see you there. :)
Posted by Michelle | October 8, 2006 5:09 PM
That looks great! Can't wait to see it (and you!) in person at Rhinebeck!
Posted by sarah b. | October 8, 2006 5:06 PM
It's beautiful - wonderful color! And I'm so jeaulous of the 30D!!! It's a great camera!
Posted by chris | October 8, 2006 4:52 PM
Lovely sweater and you look great in it. Good luck with the new house.
Posted by Jane | October 8, 2006 4:46 PM
It turned out great, and looks so nice with that black tank top.
SO EXCITED ABOUT CENTRAL PARK!
Posted by Cathy | October 8, 2006 3:42 PM
looks great on you!!
Posted by julia | October 8, 2006 2:36 PM
Pretty cowl! I'm making one for my sister's birthday out of the Silky Wool and I love love love the way it knits up. I just swatched for the Central Park Hoodie today, and as soon as I get some of these socks done, I'll be starting. Yay for cute sweaters! You try and work some rest in between all that busy stuff, we can't have a worn out Carrieoke.
Posted by Sarah | October 8, 2006 2:30 PM
It looks great! I love the color, and I bet it feels just fantastic. This sweater is coming up on my knit list. What size did you make relative to your bust?
It will all fall into place, certainly. It's so so so much fun to move into your very own house, even if stressful. That's what you'll remember later from this frantic time.
Posted by Mandy | October 8, 2006 2:17 PM