Chard

Last week we received a large order from Rowan which included a restock of Rowan Creative Linen. This got me thinking about the Rowan design Chard. You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

A open lace stitch is used to create this sweater's unique breezy fabric. With exaggerated side panels, puffed sleeves and vents at the hips this striking sweater is designed by Lisa Richardson. Featuring a boat neck, this garment is worked in the deliciously cool Creative Linen, and is the perfect Summer cover-up.

A customer knit Chard and wore it into the store. It is beautiful. If you are looking for an elegant spring/fall sweater this is a great choice. 

 

With a crisp look but a soft feel, Creative Linen is a winner for spring and summer knits. Great stitch definition means that lace or texture patterns really shine in this yarn, which comes in a fresh colour palette of brights and tonals. With a mixture of 50% linen and 50% cotton, Creative Linen will wear and wash beautifully, making it an essential choice for warmer days.

I pulled out another project to finish. This is the Traveler Shawl knit with Dream State. I’m using the colour Overboard. It is going much quicker now that I’m on the second part which has decreases. I thought about taking it outside for pictures but it was way too cold (and tomorrow is going to be worse).

I was at home with the dogs today. Dad had a meeting near Peterborough and Beth has left us for the week. She is on a cruise. I was supposed to sew the sleeves into Framed but I got busy working and napping. Now back to my knitting.