For the knitters amongst you, my latest completed project. It’s a pattern called “Bettie’s pullover” by Maria Leigh. I was inspired by Roobeedoo’s version of it (here) and used the same wool as she did, Albayarn, which is spun right here in the North-East of Scotland. (Sorry my own post is far less entertaining than hers was!)
“Bettie’s pullover” in Albayarn
The best thing about this pattern is that it gives you the opportunity to showcase a lovely button! This is an old silver button, one of a set, that I’ve had forever – probably from my mother’s collection originally. If ever I have need of it to use with its compatriots on another garment, I’ll pick something else out for this sweater.
neckline detail
The other thing about “Bettie’s pullover” is that you end up knitting set-in sleeves as you go. It’s like magic! I chose to knit the sleeves flat, because I really don’t enjoy knitting tubes on double-pointed needles, so I ended up sewing the sleeve seams, but if you knit the sleeves in the round you would have extremely little in the way of finishing to do.
The yarn is lovely to work with and the colours are very subtle. I think I’ll enjoy wearing this, and feeling a bit Miss Marple-ish in it.
It’s lovely and suits you beautifully! I love the yarn you used, and the button is the perfect finishing touch. xx
By: Tina on October 7, 2012
at 5:41 pm
Now which Miss Marple would that be?! You are far younger and prettier than any of the actresses portraying Miss M. Its a lovely jumper. Colour perfect. I am still battling with baby cardigans.
By: Jill. on October 7, 2012
at 6:34 pm
I love the neckline with the button, along with the front design, and the colour does look so Scoltand. It looks lovely on you.
By: Christy - Lil Bit Brit on October 7, 2012
at 6:46 pm
Well I don’t understand a word of the knitting jargon, but it does look a lovely jumper.
By: Linda on October 7, 2012
at 8:15 pm
Ha ha, I’m in the same boat and I agree, it’s a lovely jumper!
By: tearoomdelights on October 9, 2012
at 7:42 am
That looks beautiful.
By: ann on October 7, 2012
at 9:06 pm
Both you and the sweater look fabulous. Well done!
By: Marjorie on October 8, 2012
at 12:28 am
Ahhhh will I ever be able to knit something so lovely? Thanks for posting so I can enjoy your beautiful work, Christine. My latest effort was to weave a friendship bracelet from a pattern given out at the Oregon Flock and Fiber Festival. I posted a tutorial of sorts
and another picture of Mt. Hood for you. xx from Gracie oh and you are welcome for the last Mt. Hood picture you thanked me for 
By: grayseasaylor on October 8, 2012
at 1:24 am
What a wonderful sweater!!
S
By: sarahwayland on October 8, 2012
at 1:35 am
So very lovely, Christine! It does look very nice on you! The colors are soft and I can just imagine how soft and scrumptious it must feel. You are a very talented knitter, the stitches are so fine and intricate. It’s also so nice to have pure Scottish Wool to work with. I love your button – the perfect finishing touch. xx
By: Karen on October 8, 2012
at 7:22 am
Beautiful colour and style, it really looks lovely on you. The button is a gorgeous finishing touch. xx
By: madewithloops on October 8, 2012
at 10:09 am
I love your “Miss Marplish” sweater
The style is perfect! I love to use local yarns too, there is something special about having a feel for where the fleece comes from, the story behind it. The colour is really beautiful on you!
And thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement over at my blog
By: suzy on October 8, 2012
at 10:26 pm
Gorgeous! Oh, I wish I could knit. I love the colors, too, Christine. They’d be fab on me (I’m a redhead)!
By: Ellen, the Bluestocking Belle on October 8, 2012
at 11:13 pm
Your pullover is beautiful! And that wool is just gorgeous!!! Well done!!! Thanks for the blog link, by the way.
By: Heather L. on October 9, 2012
at 12:28 pm
the wool is so lovely; all heathery. i am knitting a scarf with similar wool right, although i think it may be a little heavier in weight. my knitting skills are somewhat minor to yours … your cardy is super.
By: ajb47 on October 9, 2012
at 9:02 pm
Well done you – it’s lovely, very neatly finished off, just retro enough. I love the little crossover tie thing on the front. What’s next on the horizon? Judy.x
By: Judy Hamid on October 9, 2012
at 9:25 pm
You made this? WOW!!! I love that luscious color!
By: Relyn on October 10, 2012
at 2:08 pm
A belated thank-you for all your extremely kind comments!
Jill, for me Miss Marple will always be Joan Hickson. A role model for me.
By: christinelaennec on October 14, 2012
at 5:38 pm
terrific job on your sweater! Love the variations in the yarn…so pretty! The button you chose is just perfect. Enjoy all the wear I’m sure you’ll get out of it!
By: Lisa Q on October 15, 2012
at 10:16 pm
Thanks Lisa, I’m glad you like it. I do enjoy it.
By: christinelaennec on October 18, 2012
at 10:53 am
I love that – I’ve been looking at that pattern since I bought the magazine (I love the vintage feel) and it’s good to see it finished, and in reality rather than a mag photoshoot. Plus a lovely button, too.
By: kate on October 16, 2012
at 6:17 pm
Dear Kate,
If you do undertake to make it, and if you’re on Ravelry, you might possibly find my ‘translation’ of some of the directions helpful. Maybe I’m just dim, but at the joining of sleeves to body I was totally bamboozled by the directions. I’m ‘tefighe’ on Ravelry and I named the project ‘Glasgow green’. Just in case it’s of help!
By: christinelaennec on October 18, 2012
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