I have been really intrigued by Elizabeth Zimmermann and have looked at lots of her books and patterns, and projects people have made from her work, but haven't yet had the chance to make something. I just finished my first "EZ" project, the February Baby Sweater on Two Needles. This was a really fun pattern and I love the finished project. Like so many of her patterns, it's knit from the top down with no seaming. This one is a yoked cardigan with a lovely "gull" lace pattern. The lace pattern is super easy to memorize and goes along quite quickly.
I did find her instructions for the sleeves a bit confusing, but using Ravelry (wonderful Ravelry!) I came across Lilomy's revised sleeve instructions (much clearer and easier). For this project I used yarn in my stash (yea!) as well as buttons I had (another yea!). The pattern is a bit of a challenge, sizing-wise, as there are no specific sizes given. I just used the yarn I had and sort of guessed on needle size. This is a gift for my niece's 1st birthday. Hope it fits!
The Nitty Gritty Details
Pattern: February Baby Sweater by Elizabeth Zimmermann
Yarn: Rowan Cashcotton DK in Colorway Cashew (619)
Needles: US 6
Started: July 7, 2008
Finished: August 3, 2008
Monday, August 04, 2008
My First EZ Knit
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2 comments:
Cute! I really want to try that pattern, but I'm intimidated by the lack of sizing, too. I can't estimate baby sized at all!
Beautiful! You're the second blogger (of those I read) today to discuss the February Baby Sweater. I love the challenge of EZ's pattern writing. Looks like you deciphered her very well. Congratulations! Now we need an update on your Master Knitter work... ;-D
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