Basic Sweater

I just finished knitting a sweater. I haven't knit a sweater in years! I usually knit socks and shawls but I really wanted just a basic sweater to wear around the house. It just uses the basic stockinette stitch and the garter stitch. There are no pieces to sew together. It's sewn in one large piece. The stitches for each sleeve are placed on stitch holders and knit after the body is complete. I used aran weight yarn so it was a quick knit. It still has to be blocked and all the ends weaved in. (As you can see!)

The pattern calls for 5 buttons and button holes. I didn't think I'd use the buttons. I'm going to buy a nice pin to hold the top part of the sweater together. I really just plan on using this at home. I hate using sweaters that I've bought for work. They're usually too nice to wear just while I'm sitting on the couch watching television.

This is the book I used. It's called Knitbot Essentials. The patterns are all loose sweaters that are relatively easy to knit. The styles are not very fitted. They're just perfect for casual use but still have a nice look.

I really should get to bed. I'm opening up at 7am and since I have the keys, I better be on time!

Good night and have a lovely weekend!