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This is going to be a super pattern for the lavender, Mohair blend yarn I just received. I had started a cable sweater but the pattern just isn't working as I want (the cable is over 12 sts and too far of a stretch for the yarn). The simplicity of the pattern's looser fit, and the raglan sleeve design will actually work out much better for me.
 

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I Love a 3/4 length sleeve. With a slight adjustment, the sleeve could be made into a full length sleeve. I started the pattern (front and back knit in the round, divided then for the armholes) yesterday and I'm quite pleased with the pattern for the ribbing. It's a p1, knit into the back of the knit stitch, for 1.5" (although I'm planning on a 2-3" rib). This rib stitch makes the ribbing lay quite nicely and enhances the stitches better than a typical k1,p1 rep. In fact, I think I'll use this rib patt over the typical from now on, it's that nice of a look.
 

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MrsB said:
I Love a 3/4 length sleeve. With a slight adjustment, the sleeve could be made into a full length sleeve. I started the pattern (front and back knit in the round, divided then for the armholes) yesterday and I'm quite pleased with the pattern for the ribbing. It's a p1, knit into the back of the knit stitch, for 1.5" (although I'm planning on a 2-3" rib). This rib stitch makes the ribbing lay quite nicely and enhances the stitches better than a typical k1,p1 rep. In fact, I think I'll use this rib patt over the typical from now on, it's that nice of a look.
Ohh, I love your color choice. The hardedst decision for me will be picking a color - may have to make more than one!
 

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The yarn is a 70% Mohair and 30% Acrylic, which helps make it a softer yarn than a typically scratchy 100% Mohair. There are other blends of Mohair I have found - some with silk, some with angora, that help to make it a softer yarn. Mohair is just too scratchy by itself.
The yarn comes from ICE at this site: http://www.iceyarns.com/mohair-classic-purple-lavender
One caveat is that the yarn appears blue (on my computer) although it says "lavender" in the description. It is definitely lavender in color (I wanted blue). I never thought to verify that issue but might in the future. (As you can see, the yarn looks much bluer).
 

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