I'm Free . . .

. . . free fallin'! (Just a link to the ear worm. Click if you're not already singing along.)

This week, I'm "unraveling" on a Friday instead of like usual on a Wednesday. Because I needed to wait until knit designer Elizabeth Smith released her newest pattern - the Morgan cardigan - yesterday. But now I'm . . . free . . . to share my test knit version with you!

And, folks. I am over the moon with this one!

It's a great little layering piece. Easy to throw on over just about anything. It was fun to knit, and Elizabeth's pattern is a breeze to follow. There are versions for knitting it in either a sport/DK weight or a worsted weight yarn (I knit mine in a sport weight yarn) (but if I knit another, I will probably go for the worsted version because faster). There are also optional sleeves if that's your jam.

Maybe you can see why I'm . . . 

free fallin'
(now I'm free fallin')

You can find all the details over on my Ravelry project page. And Elizabeth has lots more information - and other test knit versions - over on her blog.

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Have a great weekend, everyone!

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Also . . . if you're interested . . . the little tunic/apron I'm wearing? It's this pattern from Ellen Mason. I have made many MANY of these, and they make frequent appearances in my day-to-day, layer-y "uniform." Great pattern. (As is the York Pinafore from Helen's Closet. I've made a bunch of those, too.)

Comments

[kat]

Woot! That is just too cute, Kym! I love how it turned out! (and it looks like the most perfect and comfortable layering piece!)

[Juliann]

I love that sweater but mostly I want to say thank you for the pattern links. These are just the tunics I have been dreaming about!

[Bonny]

I love it! And now that I'm finally attempting a sweater, this is the one I'm going to knit next. (I even have the yarn!) The whole outfit looks great on you, especially with Tom Petty singing in the background.

[Erika]

Love your sweater! I saw the pattern release yesterday and I want to make one. Yours looks great on you!
And, Free Fallin’ is another song that I’m learning on the guitar :)

[Carole]

Oh my goodness, could you be more adorable in your high top sneakers and slouchy socks? I love the sweater, too! But mostly I just love you.

[Valerie]

Great job on the sweater, Kym! It looks great on you and is perfect for autumn. I may have to get this pattern.

[Vicki]

I saw that pattern release yesterday and thought it was the one you tested! Love it!! She says that it's a slip-stitch pattern... is it? Is there "ribbing" involved at all? I don't think my wrists could handle an entire sweater in ribbing... but this looks like a "uniform" piece!!

[Margene]

The sweater is perfect with the way you wear your layers. I need to take a cue from you and figure out a better look for myself. Layering is the only way I stay warm in winter. The grays you use look so good together and I love that pop of red!

[Carolyn]

Love it! That's exactly what I thought the second I saw it--layering! That's going to be a fun one. (Speaking of fun, I love those whimsical photos!) Happy week-ending to you.

[Sarah]

I love it! Definitely putting this on my list (along with 200+ other things!) Your outfit is great in general and I'd love to also sew a million of those dresses.

[kim in oregon]

It's adorable, and you clearly adore it! Congratulations!

[Sarah]

That is adorable -- and I can see just how much you love it from the photos! Definitely looks like a great layering piece perfect for the fall.

[Mary]

what a fantastic finish! and I LOVE LOVE LOVE how you've styled it!!

[Vera]

FABULOUS!!! Love this Kym. Love the color(s), love the style (and how you styled it). It just seems PERFECT!!!

[Debbie]

Oh, I love that sweater!!! And I love how you styled it, what a great outfit! That might be my next project.

[Dee]

Such a cute cardi and you styled it perfectly!

[Jane]

Your whole outfit is darling. You wear it well. The sweater looks just perfect. Thank you for the pattern links. Those tunic like aprons look like something I could make and wear. My jeans are patched and threadbare. I think leggings are much more comfortable. Would you mind sharing any particular legging brand that you like?

[Patty]

I like it! All of it! And all of you. ;-)

[kmkienholz@gmail.com]

Love the sweater, love the tunic, love the model!