My entry for this year’s nakniswemo extravaganza is Bonne Marie’s beryl sweater.
As you can see from the swatches, I not only carefully noted which needle size was used for which (7 eyelets for size 7, 8 eyelets for size 8…), I also washed them (wool setting, in the machine, because I figured, better to abuse it NOW and see what happens). And I hung them to dry, on the theory that this would stimulate wearing. And then I let the boys have at it. And tossed them into my bag.
Abusive. Yes. But I figure, I want to know NOW before I knit an entire sweater, right?
And I think the Cascade 220 superwash has stood up admirably! I’m pleased.
And I think beryl and I will be a great match.
I considered Beryl for next month as well – instead I decided to go for the short sleeve/hoodi version of the Ribbi Pulli….hmm not sure about the yarn though.
Wow, this was post-abuse? These swatches look terrific! Best of luck on completing Beryl. I believe you can do it!
Dang, no pilling even??
Nice color. Good luck! I never bother trying any of these “do whatever in November” things, because I always have too much going on in November.
Somehow I’ve been under a rock and didn’t realize there was a NaKniSweMo. I shall have to do that, seeing as how I’ve done nothing by swatch for my Norwegian Boatneck and I’d like to have it done by the 29th when I go back home to MN! Perfect! Thanks for posting about this!
Looks like you’ve got a beauty in the future. I swatched for my sweater, too. Can’t wait to cast on!
Wow! That’s dedication to a swatch.
Looks great! I can’t wait to see your progress!
Oh, that’s pretty!
Love the color, and thanks for the comments about the superwash. It’s the yarn my Mom won in the recent Shop Hop.
Have fun! : )
I love the color! That’s superwash Cascade? It held up beautifully to the full out onslaught.
50,000 stitches? In a MONTH? Hmmm.
Cascade 220 is one of my favorites – it comes in such great colors, and it’s tough, too! What color is that? It’s beautiful!
Should be fun! Looking forward to your finished Beryl.