Drape-Front Lace Cardigan
September 04, 2009
Here are some of the many ways to wear my new Draped-Front Lace Cardigan (pattern coming soon)!
It's another top-down design using Knit Picks Swish DK yarn in a wonderful green heather shade.
Here it is with the fronts pinned lightly at the top so the rest is left open to drape:
And here is what the cardigan looks like without any pin closure:
Then, you can have lots of fun with this cardigan by pinning the fronts closed in different ways - off-center, a little lower to allow the top to drape, or gathered at the waist! The shawl pin used in these photos is a beautiful silver bird pin from DesignsbyRomi.com (I'll be reviewing her Shawl Pins soon!).
This pattern has yet to be written up, but is in my queue!
Enter to win a fr-ee copy of this pattern! Just enter a comment on this post by 9pm PST, September 20th. Three winners will be randomly selected to win a fr-ee copy of this pattern emailed to them as soon as the pattern is released. Limit one comment per person, please. Good luck!
Posted on September 04, 2009 at 02:24 PM in New Knitting Patterns | Permalink
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Comments (340)
I LOVE this sweater! Sweaterbabe, you are my new hero.
Posted by: Paula Nevsion | September 05, 2009 at 08:58 PM
I like the lace-drape and the shoulders of this cardigan. It's a perfect cardigan to be with me everywhere I go...especially in a/c environment!
Posted by: Caroline | September 05, 2009 at 09:03 PM
Pretty pattern - and the yarn is lovely too!
Posted by: Tanya | September 05, 2009 at 10:48 PM
I love the several possibilities this pattern has. It`s a winner!
Posted by: Merja | September 06, 2009 at 12:48 AM
This is a gorgeous cardigan... I bet my mother would love to get it for Christmas!!! Her arms are always cold and this looks so lacy in front...LOVE IT! I think this would look great on her.
Posted by: Dana Armstrong | September 06, 2009 at 12:55 AM
I'm definitely a fan and i agree with all the comments i've read.
Posted by: Belle | September 06, 2009 at 01:49 AM
Nice! I've been looking for something like this for a while - maybe it will even match up with some Malabrigo Silky!
Posted by: Cecilie | September 06, 2009 at 02:02 AM
Absolutely gorgeous, I would love to have a go at this one!
Posted by: Jo Harriman | September 06, 2009 at 04:00 AM
I love this feminine, elegant wrap-style cardigan and the "waterfall" drape which adds style....another great pattern! Thank you!!!
Posted by: Sandra | September 06, 2009 at 04:17 AM
Nice Design! Elegant...would love to be the lucky winner and get this on my needles!
Posted by: Tammy Brannon | September 06, 2009 at 04:29 AM
I love this pattern and will def. knit it for myself. Very versitile.
Posted by: Fiadhnat | September 06, 2009 at 04:31 AM
Will definitely make this cardigan - especially for some Christmas presents! Winner of the pattern or not, it will be a winner
Posted by: Joan Joyce | September 06, 2009 at 06:14 AM
Very nice! Just in time for Sweater weather. Love it.
Posted by: luv2stitch | September 06, 2009 at 06:57 AM
nice-looks stylish and cozy.
Posted by: Lisa | September 06, 2009 at 08:10 AM
Gorgeous!! Love the cable panel and the drape fronts.
Posted by: Dietchgirl | September 06, 2009 at 08:16 AM
This one is truly lovely.
I'm going on a cruise and this has GOT to come with me! I want to pack as little as possible so versatility is a must :)
Thanks!
Posted by: Marlon Reinmann | September 06, 2009 at 08:54 AM
so many looks from one piece -- it's like several different garments! Beautiful!
Posted by: brenda castiel | September 06, 2009 at 09:00 AM
When I look at a pattern, the two top elements are versatility and uniqueness. This pattern has both. From what I can see it is not a difficult pattern, another plus. I look forward to seeing the full pattern in the sweater babe newsletter. I hope I win!
Posted by: lynda ready | September 06, 2009 at 09:03 AM
I love it! I want it! I need it! Got to have it.. Can't wait!! Let me win something LUSH-US
Posted by: Clara | September 06, 2009 at 09:21 AM
Pretty cardi. I would love to make it.
Posted by: abby | September 06, 2009 at 09:21 AM
I LOVE everything about this design. Its versatile and the lace is simply breathtaking. Thanks so much for creating a beautiful work of art! Us Sweaterbabe fans will happily knit this up in a hurry!
Posted by: Melanie Arden | September 06, 2009 at 09:30 AM
Very lovely; even more when a 13 year old designed it.
Posted by: Jan | September 06, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Really nice and funky enough even for me! Can't wait to see the pattern.
Posted by: Marna | September 06, 2009 at 12:07 PM
I love all the options for closing this cardi.
Makes so very versatile.
Posted by: Lynda Taylor | September 06, 2009 at 03:10 PM
I love the way the pattern continues on the sleeve - very elegant looking shoulders! I think the drape is wonderful - very wearable by many figure types. Thank you for offering it.
Posted by: Hagrids mom | September 06, 2009 at 03:19 PM
I have been looking for something different in a cardigan. I think I've found it! Really love the versatility of the design. The pattern stitches are fabulous, as well. Can't wait for the pattern to come out.
Posted by: Kathy | September 06, 2009 at 03:54 PM
This is absolutely beautiful.. I can't wait to make it.
Posted by: Sue Dial | September 06, 2009 at 04:49 PM
So many different ways to wear this! And what a good excuse (as if I needed one ;-)) to buy some more wonderful shawl pins.I love the way the lace and the plain sections are combined.
Posted by: Dianne | September 06, 2009 at 04:51 PM
I think I'd like this one in silk for summer evenings :)
Posted by: Julie | September 06, 2009 at 08:08 PM
This is a very stunning sweater. I think your work is just lovely!
Posted by: Marie Horkey | September 06, 2009 at 10:59 PM
Wow, a 6-in-1. Absolutely great. What else does one need if you have something like this. From casual to smart. Excellent!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Estelle Wessels | September 06, 2009 at 11:18 PM
Great Pattern - I WANT IT! It's perfect for a night out or at the office. Great for cold New York winters
Posted by: Annette | September 07, 2009 at 04:32 AM
This cardi is so versatile! It would make a nice jacket for everyday.
Posted by: JKL | September 07, 2009 at 06:27 AM
I've been finding this style of cardigan more and more attractive. Thanks for posting so many photos of the various ways one could close it. I've got some 4 ply Rowan tweed in the stash that might work well with this kind of style.
Posted by: JoVE | September 07, 2009 at 07:32 AM
Versitle and elegant at the same time! Would love to win a copy! Another beauty!
Posted by: Andrea | September 07, 2009 at 07:45 AM
I like this cardigan as it's very different. You can dress it up or just wear it as something casual. Absolutely stunning!!
Posted by: Janice Abraham | September 07, 2009 at 09:14 AM
Absolutely lovely. I love the fact that it can be worn so many ways. It gives you several sweaters in one. Would love to win the free pattern. If not, I will have to buy this pattern when available.
Posted by: Vicki Morgan-Bogart | September 07, 2009 at 01:54 PM
A beautiful and versatile design. I look forward to the pattern coming out and knitting it.
Posted by: Judith | September 07, 2009 at 05:35 PM
Oh Sweaterbabe, you've outdone yourself with this one. So versatile, love the many possibilities of how to wear it! It's another one I'll be waiting to knit, the lace looks yummy and green well, that's one of my current must have colors.
Posted by: Nancy K | September 07, 2009 at 06:00 PM
Great design... perfect combination of lace and stockinette draping to a wonderful feminine flow. I definitely neeeeeed to make this for myself!!
Posted by: Anne N Stoddard | September 07, 2009 at 06:01 PM
WONDERFUL, lovely and top down.
This is another winner for your collection. Cannot wait for the pattern. And the color is MY Favorite.
Posted by: Teresa | September 07, 2009 at 06:29 PM
Very chic, designer look pattern! I like the lace front which flatters the bust and tummy, especially if you have some of both! I also like the sweater clip option; nice!
Posted by: Tsubaki Fitts | September 07, 2009 at 11:12 PM
I think I may be up for the challenge. I love knitting top down but haven't done any pattern work like this.
Posted by: Barb B | September 08, 2009 at 05:05 AM
I love unusual designs. That sweater is beautiful! I really like the color used in the photo.
Posted by: Kathy | September 08, 2009 at 05:36 AM
Great pattern! I love the color too.
Posted by: Laurie Pribbeno | September 08, 2009 at 06:28 AM
Absolutely gorgeous!!
Posted by: Agnes | September 08, 2009 at 06:51 AM
This is such a lovely cardigan...What lovely lacework in the front panels, will be wonderful to work..Its absolutely versatile in the many ways it can be fashioned...Lovely in fall colors...
Posted by: Vicky Cisneros | September 08, 2009 at 07:23 AM
Another great pattern! I love the lace - can't wait to give it a try!
Posted by: Jeanine | September 08, 2009 at 07:24 AM
Very pretty, but for someone busty (like me) I can see it being a bit of a problem because it would add bulk in the front. I'd love to see the lace pattern in something more tailored, or an option to add buttons to the front or narrow it so that it can be closed or wouldn't have the deep ruffling at top front.
Posted by: Margo Lynn | September 08, 2009 at 07:29 AM
Gorgeous!! Can't wait to make it. Great season spanner.
Posted by: Joanie Cannestra | September 08, 2009 at 07:31 AM
This is beautiful. I really like the lace pattern and the versatility of the front closure (or not.)
Niki
Posted by: Niki Winchell | September 08, 2009 at 07:58 AM
How gorgeous! and amazingly versatile... wow!
Posted by: Milly Cluckey | September 08, 2009 at 09:15 AM
I like it best with the pin at waist height I think, though that might not be the best option on my form. Lovely sweater though and a wonderful excuse to get a shawl pin :-)
Posted by: Kristi aka Fiberfool | September 08, 2009 at 09:32 AM
So versitile!!! I love the lace detail...I've been hunting for a drap sweater pattern. I think this is the one!
Posted by: Natalie Surprenant | September 08, 2009 at 10:57 AM
This would make a beautiful alternative to a prayer shawl gift for christmas, with the shawl-like flowing front! Great piece!
Posted by: Julie | September 08, 2009 at 11:10 AM
I love the cardigan! Will be on the lookout for the pattern for sure.
Posted by: Sunnyknitter | September 08, 2009 at 11:17 AM
Oh, it's stunning! I would love to make that!
Posted by: SecretAgent | September 08, 2009 at 11:28 AM
Such a great style for right now, as all your patterns always are! Great job.
Posted by: Robin | September 08, 2009 at 11:47 AM
A beautiful design. I will be looking forward to the pattern release.
Posted by: Lynn | September 08, 2009 at 12:15 PM
Beauty and Versatility!
Posted by: Dora | September 08, 2009 at 05:47 PM
This is beautiful and I will be waiting on that pattern and getting ready to make it.
Posted by: Sally Ferguson | September 08, 2009 at 05:54 PM
Beautiful, elegant, and as usual......UNUSUAL!!! Can't wait for this wonderful pattern!!
Posted by: Alice | September 08, 2009 at 05:54 PM
So pretty! Can't wait for the pattern to be released!
Posted by: Knitter Kitter | September 08, 2009 at 06:51 PM
This is an absolute work of art. I would be honored to make and wear this beautiful draped cardigan. Thank-you so much for adding such works of art in your collection!!
Posted by: Jean Giangiorgi | September 08, 2009 at 07:52 PM
What a beautiful sweater. I really like it with the front pulled straight across the chest and pinned to the upper shoulder.
Posted by: Lana | September 08, 2009 at 10:56 PM
This is so beautiful and versatile! I love the drape, the soft lace pattern and the pale sage colors is perfect. This will definitely be on my mind until the pattern is available!
Posted by: Miss Kitty | September 09, 2009 at 01:06 AM
Love it!
Posted by: Alice | September 09, 2009 at 06:22 AM
I love the pattern And the pin. That looks like a perfect Houston sweater :).
Posted by: Elizabeth | September 09, 2009 at 09:10 AM
This is a lovely "shawl-cardigan" compromise. I love the drape for we folks who are not petite. Nice new idea!
Posted by: Robin Shippee | September 09, 2009 at 10:06 AM
Wow, this is such a lovely and versatile style! Simply gorgeous, and would fit in with any climate... here in Indiana sometimes if you don't like the weather you just have to wait a few hours and it will change, so this would be great!
Posted by: Michele | September 09, 2009 at 11:28 AM
Love it - Want the pattern -- Please hurry --
Also want that Shawl PIN -- can't find them anywhere!
Posted by: Carolyn VanPelt, Greenville, SC | September 09, 2009 at 12:56 PM
this is the most beautiful cardi. i have a shawl pin from leslie wind that is doing flip flops and saying "knit it, knit it for me". i don't usually knit nclothes for myself, but this one, i definitely will. thank you sweater babe, you're the best!
Posted by: risiko | September 10, 2009 at 12:48 AM
It's a wonderful pattern ! I love the way it looks pinned or not.
Posted by: Sev | September 10, 2009 at 10:46 AM
lovely, original and I love the idea of transformation!
Posted by: Adrika | September 10, 2009 at 10:50 AM
I love this pattern! Can't wait to see it in print. It's so elegant and sophisticated and so easy to wear in so many different ways. This pattern is what make sknitting so much fun!!
Posted by: Doris Noblet | September 10, 2009 at 11:03 AM
Magnifique!
Posted by: Lara | September 10, 2009 at 12:25 PM
Very very gorgeous !
Posted by: melusine_tricote | September 10, 2009 at 12:40 PM
Stunning!!! I love this pattern!
Posted by: 2aiguilles | September 10, 2009 at 02:41 PM
This cardigan looks like a lot of fun to make! I hope I win the pattern!
Posted by: Deb Meyer | September 10, 2009 at 07:45 PM
What a fantastic pattern! So versatile and cozy looking!
Posted by: Michelle | September 11, 2009 at 07:29 AM
This is a lovely cardigan that would look good on almost any body type.
Posted by: Marianne | September 11, 2009 at 10:37 AM
very cool. I like how you can change it up to suit your mood (or the climate).
Posted by: MonkeyGurl | September 11, 2009 at 11:45 AM
WOW really nice cardigan!!I love the lace look.
Posted by: Swapna | September 11, 2009 at 01:05 PM
This cardigan is very beautiful!
Posted by: Alcyone | September 12, 2009 at 12:37 AM
I'd love to make this for my mom for Xmas!
Posted by: TTNYC | September 12, 2009 at 04:30 AM
je découvre ces modèles et les aiguilles m'en tombent! félicitations!
Posted by: zebuline | September 12, 2009 at 11:44 PM
It's very beautiful
Posted by: soleillade | September 13, 2009 at 12:07 AM
I love this cardi, both the drape and the lace!
Posted by: Marole | September 14, 2009 at 07:41 AM
I really think this is a great pattern and so very versatile. Looking forward to the release of the pattern.
Posted by: Gina | September 14, 2009 at 12:11 PM
I just love these sweater/shawl patterns. They are so versatile and they stay on. Of course they are gorgeous and that doesn't hurt either
Posted by: Rosemary | September 14, 2009 at 05:39 PM
Wow! What a stunning cardigan. I can envision this in any number of luscious yarns, each evoking a different mood to the cardigan. Well Done!
Posted by: Deborah | September 14, 2009 at 07:14 PM
wonderful combination sweater - shawl - luxury - swingy-ness! Can't wait for the pattern!
Posted by: LaceLady | September 15, 2009 at 05:15 AM
Absolutely beautiful! I'd love it on myself, but I'd love to see it on my sister as well!
Posted by: Carol Cripps | September 15, 2009 at 11:21 AM
OO I like that one .. how big does it come it .. that would be a nice office Cardi .. Love it ...
Posted by: Therese Guzman | September 15, 2009 at 11:28 AM
The shoulder details are exquisite!
Posted by: Milagros | September 15, 2009 at 11:29 AM
This is my new favorite drapey sweater style I'm seeing everywhere and, of course, I want to knit it myself!!!
Posted by: Jacquelyn | September 15, 2009 at 11:32 AM
This pattern looks fantastic, I can't wait to add it to my wardrobe!
Posted by: Jackie H. | September 15, 2009 at 11:39 AM
This cardigan is so versatile and stylish I can hardly wait to get my hands on a copy of the pattern. I can imagine having one in a few different colours so it can be worn with any outfit. Thanks for the beautiful work!
Posted by: Karen Allison | September 15, 2009 at 11:39 AM
wow... well im not surprised... another beautiful garment.... always look 4ward to your new patterns...
Posted by: David Ritz | September 15, 2009 at 11:42 AM
it is wonderful...what a way to start Fall..........
Posted by: Pat McKenzie | September 15, 2009 at 11:43 AM