Go Back to Basics with this LB Collection Sweater!

I have a little secret! When I’m not making videos with Shira, I’m designing patterns! It’s just a small hobby for me but when you’re surrounded by gorgeous yarns all day long, it’s so easy to get inspired! I wanted to share some of the ideas behind my latest design, the Peggy Sweater which is available now in Knitscene’s Spring 2016 issue! This sweater is a drapey boatneck with a plunging back. And, best of all, it’s easy to make!

This sweater is made with LB Collection® Baby Alpaca. This yarn is not only incredibly soft but it makes for a very airy top that’s perfect for those chilly spring months. The striking back is inspired by a Dior jumpsuit. I think that lots of ladies prefer to show off their shoulders and backs and, over a dress or lacy tank top, this makes a great transitional garment.

I was also influenced by so many of Lion Brand®’s patterns that are based on squares and rectangles. I really wanted to design something that wasn’t too complicated for other knitters to execute. The back looks dramatic but is actually created only by increasing a few stitches. The shoulders are then sewn together to create that scooping back. In essence, this sweater is really made of four simple shapes and then seamed together! It’s one of those projects that you can do while you relax and watch TV and those are my favorites!

The Peggy Sweater is available in Knitscene Spring 2016 in five sizes!

Shop for LB Collection^® Baby Alpaca here.