It’s very likely caused by not having heat in our home for 5 days.

But this morning our house is warm again and the idea of one of these pullovers is still looking like a great idea.  So if you’re like me, or if you’re further north and in for a couple month of cold (sorry!) then these might be for you too.

And if not, fall is only 7 months away.

Hoodies

Miranda by Josee Paquin – love the way the pocket melts into the cable pattern.

Sturgeon by Melissa Schaschwary – the deep V and shorter sleeves would also make this a great transitional pullover.

November10 by ANKESTRICK – the overlapping V for the hood makes this one functional and stylish.  I do however need to mention the pattern instructions.  I bought this pattern and the instructions are not clear – no indication of RS and WS, stitch counts that use different ways to count the stitches (in one place you include the raglan sts, and in another you do not but there’s no indication of that change, and numerous others).  I did CO for this project but I might just use the concept of the neckline and do my own top down pullover.  It’s a shame because it’s a cute design.

Pullovers

Ease by Alicia Plummer – two neckline options and long ribbed sleeves make this one a go-to all winter.

Such a Winter’s Day by Heidi Kirrmaier – look at that cowl!  And the combo of the yarn (Brooklyn Tweed Shelter) and the knit-purl texture makes it stand up beautifully.

Downeast by Alicia Plummer – Another awesome cowl and love the offset cable down the body.

Lawrence by Melissa LaBarre – Yes, another cowl and another Brooklyn Tweed Shelter design.  The combo obviously works.

Maija by Mari Muinonen – gorgeous asymmetric cables flowing all the way to the high neckline

Overlynd by Melissa Schascawary – this one hasn’t been released yet so I’m linking to Melissa’s project page.  Love the simplicity of the front contrasted with the deep cables on the back.

These are the kinds of pullover I’d reach for every weekend.  Now where’s my knitting pixie dust so I can whip one up for tomorrow?

I’ll catch you on the purl side.

I’ve selected mostly shawls because I have 8? sweaters-worth of yarn.  That didn’t stop me from adding one design to the list that I’m *dying* to start RIGHT. NOW.

Coalesce by Alicia Plummer – Two colors of bulky weight yarn, combining them without any stranded knitting (it’s slip stitches).  You guys know how I feel about stranded knitting.

Cabaletta by Melissa Schaschwary – The subtle texture and sweet ruffle is romantic without being too twee.

Sunlit by Melissa Thomson – Two weights of the same color – one silk and cashmere.  I LOVE the look and will be looking for a special combo for this one.

Riverbank also by Melissa Thomson – Great combo of texture that can be worn as either a cowl or a capelet.  Lately I’m all about the capelets.

Interlochen by Carol Sunday – Total love for this design!  At 1,720 yards it uses more than many garments though.  Would I ever finish it?

Yellow Brick Road by Mona Schmidt – Kristy is a huge fan of the stitch pattern and look at all the ways you can wear this simple cowl.  In worsted weight it’ll knit up quickly too.

Brandywine Falls by Robin Ulrich – Great stitch pattern, aran weight and it can double as a shawl or a capelet.  Plus it’s a great excuse to buy a new shawl pin.

Clintonville Collar by NorthbrooKnits – The versatility of the button plus the drawstring ruching makes for a custom fit without the fiddliness of knitting it just so.

And last but certainly not least…

3 in 1 by atelier alfa – An excuse for buying 5 colors of yarn!  I love being able to add pops of color at the bottom of the pulli.  I’ll be looking for a sockweight merino/nylon or merino/cashmere/nylon.

This’ll be our second year at VKL and I love the timing – smack dab in between Rhinebeck and Maryland just when the doldrums of winter are at its peak.  Are you going to VKL?  If you see me be sure to say hi!

I can’t wait to share what I got with you all on Sunday!

I’ll catch you on the purl side.

These designs fit the bill.  Some of them use biased stitches to show off the variations of hand dyed beautifully.  A few have asymmetrical shaping to show off the yarn.  A couple have big cowls as the starring role.  And most have a looser gauge so you can take advantage of that gorgeous TML drape.

Be sure to look at the FOs as well – there are a few stunning examples done in TML.

• 5200K by Suvi Simola
• Afterlight by Amy Herzog
• Bello by Joji Locatelli
• Folded by Veera Valimaki
• Frost Thread by Veera Valimaki
• Gavotte by Cecily Glowik MacDonald

• Obsidian by Lisa Mutch
• Plain and Simple Pullover by Veera Valimaki
• Poison Oak by Carina Spencer
• Prelude by Annamaria Otvos
• Raindrops – Adult Version
• Vertex Cardigan by Carol Feller

What did I miss?  What are your fave tops for this type of yarn?  Given the crazy popularity of TML I’m sure you’ve all seen some beautiful FOs.

I’ll catch you on the purl side.