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)
Beautiful!!!! Another winner!!!!
Posted by: Tami | September 16, 2009 at 10:21 AM
Beautiful lacework and best of all!! it's top-down.
Posted by: Jan | September 16, 2009 at 10:45 AM
This is a great versatile sweater. I would love to knit it up soon!
Posted by: loulew | September 16, 2009 at 10:48 AM
I like the cardigan. It is nice to see something that you can wear in different ways and have it look so different yet still so nice. You can wear it with a lot of different things that way. :) I wonder what it would look like in different colors?
Posted by: C_Rader | September 16, 2009 at 12:44 PM
This new sweater is really lovely, so lady like, but could be worn as well with jeans, or a lovely velvet slack, in black.
I have been geting your computer releases for some time now, & have watched your wee family grow, both are doing quite well, how very lucky you indeed are, enjoy the wee ones while they are small but for such a short time, now I am the GreatGrandma to 5, all great kids, healthy, & love to getting knit things from Grandma in Canada.
Keep up the great efforts you put into your work, they all show how very much you care about what you do. Sincerely, Mary-Ann L. Gendron Surrey,B.C. Can
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Posted by: Mary-Ann L. Gendron (greatgrandma to 5 wee ones now, | September 16, 2009 at 02:01 PM
So beautiful~ exactly what I've been looking for!! I too can't wait till the pattern is released~ and thanks for using such an affordable yarn!
Posted by: tinna | September 16, 2009 at 03:58 PM
Lovely, lovely cardigan. Will be sure to keep an eye out for the pattern as it becomes available; this one is a real winner.
Posted by: Janice | September 16, 2009 at 05:37 PM
This is sooooo beautiful, and the drape is becoming for (dare I say) the older lady! I will definitely be making this!
Posted by: Barbs Adams | September 17, 2009 at 03:04 AM
I love the top down knits and this is one of the prettiest I've seen thus far.
Posted by: Patricia | September 17, 2009 at 07:10 AM
style,style,style!
Posted by: helen | September 17, 2009 at 07:46 AM
This will be an all-season cardigan for Florida making it a perfect addition to my wardrobe.
Congratulations SweaterBabe on another unique and stunning creation!
For evenings or dressy occasions I'd use a delicate vintage shawl pin. For casual times a simple polished wooden stick or contemporary metal style as shown. It looks lovely draped open but as a plus size woman I tend to prefer a closed look.
But it’s really the eye-catching lace that will attract the compliments.
Now that I'm in love please tell me it will be available in plus sizes ; )
Posted by: Sue Hart | September 17, 2009 at 02:15 PM
I love the versatility of this cardigan!
Posted by: Beverly | September 17, 2009 at 02:37 PM
The versatility of this sweater is very exciting! I cannot wait to cast on!
Posted by: Michelle Harrington | September 17, 2009 at 04:13 PM
I was taken aback, how versatile. Can't wait to see the pattern...thanks
Posted by: Joy | September 18, 2009 at 01:28 AM
WOW! I love this pattern and the color that it is knit in. I can't wait for it to be released.
Posted by: Kelly | September 18, 2009 at 09:54 AM
I just love all your patterns, but this one is a must for all figures. Being so veristal it will be great for all ages. Love it.
Posted by: Charlotte Kline | September 18, 2009 at 11:43 AM
What a great cardigan. It would look great for any occasion.
Posted by: Allison | September 18, 2009 at 02:03 PM
Wow!! I don't wear a lot of cardigans, but this is absolutely lovely!!
Posted by: Sheila Vaughn | September 19, 2009 at 09:12 AM
I would say this is something fit for the queen. Colours` just right too. Give the old gall something worthwhile to boast about
Posted by: Amanda L | September 19, 2009 at 11:35 PM
Gosh, i wrote a comment few days ago and I don't see it...
So I love this cardigan
Posted by: titsev | September 20, 2009 at 10:08 AM
Absolutely stunning! I'm not sure I have the skills to make this sweater, but I want to try! It is so elegant!
Posted by: Jennifer Tuttle | September 20, 2009 at 04:59 PM
Thanks for all the entries! Commenting on this post is now closed. The winners will be chosen and announced as soon as the pattern is released. Stay tuned. . .
Posted by: SweaterBabe | September 20, 2009 at 09:26 PM
It's well known that cash makes us free. But how to act when someone does not have cash? The only one way is to get the loan or just student loan.
Posted by: Ellen26HODGES | March 01, 2010 at 10:40 AM
This is cool that people can take the home loans moreover, it opens up new possibilities.
Posted by: SavageLeta31 | April 14, 2010 at 11:37 PM
Absolutely lovely! Great versatility.
Posted by: kathy foerster | June 05, 2010 at 02:22 PM
I can't believe it. This is just what I was looking for. I love the drape and the lace pattern.
Posted by: Clara | September 13, 2010 at 05:23 AM
Was looking for something different and beautiful to knit for myself since everything on my needles is for gifts. What a find!
Posted by: Kara | September 15, 2010 at 11:10 AM
This is just what I am looking for. A beautiful drape sweater vest and a challenge! Love it!
Posted by: Jane | September 20, 2010 at 12:33 PM
Absolutely beautiful!!! Can't wait until the pattern is released.
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I took my first personal loans when I was 25 and that supported my business very much. However, I need the credit loan once more time.
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Posted by: Jeanne25Gill | May 18, 2011 at 10:56 AM
All people deserve good life and home loans or just short term loan can make it much better. Because freedom bases on money state.
Posted by: WHITNEYLeann | May 18, 2011 at 12:54 PM
I guess that to get the personal loans from banks you should have a firm reason. But, once I have received a collateral loan, just because I wanted to buy a bike.
Posted by: NolanElsa24 | May 18, 2011 at 12:55 PM
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Posted by: HebertClarissa | July 15, 2011 at 04:48 AM
Really beautiful ... just the pattern I have been looking for!
Posted by: Jamie Dritschilo | August 24, 2011 at 06:23 PM
I love your designs and especially favor this lace paneled cardi....great versatility!
Posted by: Tilly Davidoff | September 16, 2011 at 01:59 AM
Have you summarized this into a pattern yet? Love it!
Thanks!
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Posted by: click here | April 14, 2013 at 02:59 AM
LooKing For a pattern For my d-in-law to MaKe For Me. This is PerFect!!! Iove it! Drapey, flowey, even the color is PerFect! Gotta have it!!:)
Posted by: Debbie Willsey | August 04, 2013 at 03:28 PM
I simply loved that cardigan. "Parabéns" from Brazil. can't wait for the pattern to come out!
Posted by: Manu | September 06, 2013 at 08:51 AM