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Rowan fairisle jumper

I made this for myself

Created by: Mandy P

  • Project Details

    About

    I had just bought enough yarn and a pattern to knit this beautiful Rowan cardigan and had started knitting the back section when unfortunately I fell off my bike and broke my shoulder. At first I thought that I wouldn't be able to knit for weeks and weeks as my arm had to be immobilised in a sling and was very stiff and painful. After a few days I picked up my needles again to try and found that I was able to knit but could only manage one row very slowly before needing to stop. After a few weeks I was able to gradually increase the number of rows. Knitting actually helped with my physical rehabilitation by improving the fine motor skills of finger and hand movements at first and helping build up the muscles in my arm and shoulder again. It was very satisfying to see my cardigan take shape as my health improved and kept me occupied during a lengthy sick absence from work.
    I am delighted that I have now finished the cardigan and my shoulder is also pretty well back to normal again.

    Pattern

    Rowan Shetland (Womens) by Marie Wallin

    This pattern is from:
    Rowan Knitting & Crochet Number 46

    Needles & Hooks

    • Single Point 5.00mm (US 8)
    • Circular 4.50mm (US 7) 80cm
    • Single Point 4.50mm (US 7)

    Accessories

    • Buttons

    Measurements

    Notes: Medium (to fit bust 36-38". No adjustments. Perfect fit

    Tags

    Craft

    Knitting

    Skill Level

    Advanced

    Status

    Complete
    Started on: Dec 6, 2016 Finished on: Mar 14, 2017

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