Field Sweater
March 09, 2024
My Field Sweater by Camilla Vad has been knitted, worn and finally washed and I'm here to report all good things, AND to show you some gorgeous amaryllises I spied in my friend's home, and why I think you should be in a knitting group!
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| I don't know if the stitch looks difficult, but don't worry, it's not. In fact it's easy! |
I made the crazy popular Field Sweater with the recommended yarn, Isager Eco Baby, a blend of alpaca and cotton. I generally shy away from alpaca because it can be itchy on me, plus I think of it as being too drapey, but my LYS had this yarn in stock and I so rarely have the chance to knit the designer's choice yarn, plus I loved the colors, so I went for it. I'm so glad I did--it's not itchy at all and has really held it's shape, even after a wash. I wore this last night to a dinner party and it felt quite elegant and cozy. I see now that the designer has created an entire collection of Field knits, including cardigan, hat and gloves. Fun! Camilla is a Danish designer based out of Copenhagen and has the lovely Scandinavian aesthetic style of incorporating nature's colors with simple lines. Tag her as a favorite and you'll never miss her new designs!
- Field Collection by Camilla Vad
- My Field Sweater on Ravelry
- Isager Eco Baby
- Peruse through Camilla's entire collection on Ravelry. She has quite a few to love, see a few of my favorites below.
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I'm pretty sure I remember this arch has a Pierre de Ronsard climber rose (AKA Eden). To the right and just out of sight is a rose garden. I think I am going to have to come back in another month or two to show you how gorgeous their garden looks in spring. They also have a chicken coup they call the palais du poulet and a bee colony and all of it is picture perfect.
I hoped you enjoyed seeing a snippet of my friend's garden. I promise that I'll bring you back when the garden is in its full glory. As for my garden, there is a bit of action. Tomato seeds have been started and the rest of my seeds have been purchased and will be started this week. The vegetable beds will soon be dug and augmented with the compost we've purchased, then the water system will be checked and repaired. Everything needs a good weeding and the windows, patios and furniture need a good scrub. Now I'm just itching for some warm weather. This begins the busy time for gardeners and you simply have to love it to survive it!
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13 Comments
Kristen, that sweater is gorgeous on you!
ReplyDeleteBeautifuly done!
M.
Thank you so much!
DeleteYour Field sweater is beautiful and looks great on you! I have admired that design ever since it was published. Does the alpaca/cotton yarn have issues with stretching? Thanks for sending another enjoyable read.
ReplyDeleteThank you. I have not noticed any stretching as yet, and I have worn it many times, so many times that it needed a wash. I hand washed and patted dry and let it dry flat inside which took a few days. It bounced back into shape and I think that means it will continue to do that with each washing. It has not stretched out on me while wearing.
DeleteThe sweater is beautiful. I can't believe it isn't difficult to knit.
ReplyDeleteThe Giraffe amaryllis are gorgeous and they are stunning in person.
The garden and greenhouse photos are wonderful. Can't wait to see the next update.
Thank you Carole. Jack's garden in the spring and summer is amazing!
DeleteI whole heartedly agree about taking a chance on joining a knitting group. I have made wonderful friends and learned so much over the years. Nothing is better than getting together with women who understand why we all love knitting and sharing our triumphs and disasters.
ReplyDeleteSo ture. Love my knitty pals.
DeleteOh my goodness, your sweater is perfection! Thanks for posting about the good luck you had with the yarn. I may make one too, although my list of knits to make is miles long. The Amaryllis’s are so beautiful and your friend so kind to share her gardens.
ReplyDeleteSo much alpaca I thought would be a problem, but I guess the cotton keeps it from being too drapey? I'm not sure, just guessing! Yes, my friend is a dear.
DeleteYour sweater in that color is just beautiful, Kristin, and I agree with you about was knitting groups - so helpful in so many ways. Chloe
ReplyDeleteKristen your sweater is gorgeous and looks so beautiful on you. Thank you for the garden and greenhouse tour and those amaryllis's. The flowers are spectacular. I need to find a knitting group and be brave as I'm shy too. Have a wonderful day. Thank you for posting an uplifting blog.
ReplyDeleteThank you! The nice thing about finding a knitting group is, you can be a quiet listener and no one minds. It's still fun, and just nice to be with woman a few hours a week.
DeleteYou make my day when you make a comment!