simple stripes sweater

Friday, August 12, 2022

This is without a doubt one of those sweaters that when it came off the needles I slipped it on and felt a huge "I LOVE THIS SWEATER" sort of feeling!

Is it the softness of the yarn?  Definitely.
Is it the weight of the yarn?  Absolutely.
Is it the colors?  Um, YES.
Is it the delicious visual candy?  Of course!
Is it the fit of the sweater?  Y.  E.  S.  

I've made this sweater before in a brighter palette and didn't think that one could be topped.  But for this time of year, this will certainly be the one I gravitate towards.  
I love how each mini  has its own show going on.  Some gave a soft speckle (SPARKLE!)  and some gave a more bold speckle. (SPARKLE!) And some just did a little stripe dance all on their own.  

I knew I liked this pattern because of my first go around.  And this just confirmed what a great pattern it was.  And although I adore stripes and the feeling that comes once a color is completed, I'd love to try this out in some sort of a solid yarn or variegated yarn.  My mind has been racing with ideas.  

 Pattern:  Simple Stripes by Suvi Knits
Needles:  US 4
Size:  M
Mods:  The pattern is written for 5 colors and repeat of the colors 3x.  However, the Perfect Palette comes with 15 mini's in 15 luscious colors.  For this version, I omitted 3 of the colors in order to make it a little shorter.  Each body stripe has 13 rows and each arm stripe has either 10 or 11 rows depending on how much yarn I had.  I'm not too fussy in the fact that they both have to match perfectly and in the end they both ended up the same length.  

You can see this sweater in action during this YouTube episode.

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3 comments

  1. pt8/13/2022

    I am on my third stripe using Hedgehog Fibre and the stripe colors are so fun!

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  2. whome22491/25/2024

    The SIMPLE STRIPES SWEATER is an absolute delight! Its timeless design effortlessly combines style and comfort, making it a wardrobe essential for any fashion enthusiast. The classic stripes add a touch of sophistication, while the soft and cozy fabric provides warmth without sacrificing elegance. The attention to detail is commendable, from the perfectly chosen color palette to the well-crafted stitching. This sweater is not just a piece of clothing; it's a statement of refined taste and versatility. Whether paired with jeans for a casual outing or layered over a dress for a more polished look, the SIMPLE STRIPES SWEATER effortlessly transitions from day to night. Embrace comfort and style in this wardrobe gem – a true embodiment of fashion simplicity at its best!

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