Fabulous and flirty pink mohair jumper

I love this jumper - the pattern is from Fabulous Flirty Crochet and it was surprisingly easy to make once I got used to the stitch pattern. The only problem was the crochet ribbing for the cuffs and hem, it looked as if it was going to be much too tight but actually was really stretchy and fits brilliantly.

I really like cowl necks and find them quite flattering. This one needs a bit of arranging before it looks ok, but cowl necks are one of those things that you could rearrange endlessly I think! It does have a tendency to roll up, so any suggestions for how to overcome this are very welcome...

The yarn cost me £1 from a second hand shop, it came on a massive cone and I've still got loads of it left after making a ballet wrap cardigan that unfortunately made me look very much like a gorilla, and this jumper. It's very similar to Rowan Kidsilk Haze in terms of how it knits/crochets up, and I love this raspberry colour.

This was one of the best patterns in 'Fabulous and Flirty Crochet', I haven't been tempted by any of the others yet. I'm not a big fan of crochet skirts and a lot of the other patterns were made from very bulky yarn, which I find always makes me look about twice my normal size. There is a nice pattern for a flutter sleeved top but I don't know if I'd wear it enough to make it worth while and I don't have any suitable yarn in my stash. I've made a slightly rash vow to knit only from stash until I have cleared a bit of space under my bed (and in the top of my cupboard, on my shelves, in my brother's room etc). There are also some good patterns for belts and scarves, and a lovely bag pattern.

And here's the (slightly strangely photographed!) action shot!