Koji is a rare being, in that he always knows exactly what he wants and has very definite ideas about what he likes. Consequently, he is an absolute joy to knit for as there are never any mistakes. Designs are quickly dismissed or accepted and he is very exacting when it comes to colour. We once left Liberty's empty handed as he decided they didn't stock the right green. His number one priority is that the yarn must be soft and not itch. He suffered from childhood eczema so he is the only one of my sons who doesn't think it is bonkers to walk around with a skein of yarn stuffed down his T shirt as a test run.
He chose this pattern by Kim Hargreaves because of its simplicity. I did change the collar a little. The yarn was bought on ebay and is made of several strands wound together. I am convinced it is at least part alpaca as it is so light, springy and soft. A joy to work with.The finishing touch was the vintage buttons Koji found in my button tin.I can only see one problem with this sweater; that it does not grow with its owner. despite being a perfect fit when it was finished earlier this year, it is now starting to look too short.
