I appreciate your interest in the Garter Me cardigan pattern and the test knit process!
Garter Me is a cozy and comfortable project designed for relaxation. The use of garter stitch gives this garment a contemporary and relaxed vibe, making it easy to knit and wear. Whether on cold winter days or cool summer nights, Garter Me will be your best friend.
This mid-length, drop-shoulder sweater is knit flat from the bottom up with no waist shaping. The fronts and back are separated for armhole shaping, and stitches are then picked up at the armholes to knit the sleeves in garter stitch in the round. The result is a mindless, garter stitch cardigan with roomy patch pockets for your reading glasses, cell phone, keys, or hands.
Garter Me knits up quickly using DK or worsted-weight yarns, making it an excellent project for knitters who want to sit back, relax, and knit. It's a feel-good garment that you won't want to take off.
The test knitting process enables you to assist me in improving the pattern by knitting it and providing feedback. As a test knitter, you will be among the first to try out the pattern and offer your input on any issues you may encounter.
Before delving into the technical details of the pattern, let me share some important dates and other details about the test knit to see if it works for you.
The test knit will take place on Slack. Once you're accepted to the Garter Me test knit, I'll forward you an invitation to join. The pattern will be accessible on Slack through a link to Google Docs, making it easier to flag issues and ask questions. This approach will allow me to quickly identify which areas of the pattern require attention. Furthermore, it enables me to track when I've edited the pattern, so everyone can access the most up-to-date version.
If you haven't used Google Docs before, don't worry! It's straightforward, and I'll provide a guide to show you how to comment and highlight anything that needs my attention. If you start the test knit and find that you don't enjoy it, feel free to give feedback through Slack or email me separately at [email protected]..