Finished Object Friday - Hoodie Shawl Cardigan

I first queued the Ravelry: Hoodie Shawl Cardigan on 10 September 2025, bought the yarn at Bendigo in July 2026 and finally cast it on on 10 September 2026, exactly a year after I decided to make it.

I cast it on with the idea of taking it on holidays to Brisbane and then craft camp. At the beginning it was the perfect project to have with me - simple and entertaining at the same time and small enough to throw in my favourite handbag (the Mini Tote from Bon Maxie ). It knit up faster than I expected, and, by the time I was off to craft camp I only had one sleeve left, so I left it at home. I was quite please to be reunited and finish that last sleeve.

There are no dramatic stories of knitting this - it was simple and satisfying.

If I did it again I might slightly reduce the pick up rate on the front bands. The rate is 1 to 1, which gives a loose, floppy unstructured look. I might like it even more if it was a bit less wavy.

I also did the bottom band in garter rather than reverse stocking stitch, since I had done plenty of purling already, thank you very much.

The most surprising thing is how comfortable this is. I've knit plenty of cardigans in sock yarn, at a similar gauge but this one hugs the shoulders and stays put. Even the sleeves are extra comfortable. I can't explain it, but I like it!

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