Why is everyone knitting this sweater?

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[JenGeigleyKnits]

In 2010, I wrote the Gaptastic Cowl pattern and posted it on Ravelry, thinking no one would see it but me. I didn’t check ravelry for awhile, and then my local yarn shop let me know it had blown up online. 😂 I think now there are over 20, 000 Gaptastics on Ravelry.

[annas.]

Midori Hirose is from Japan. I got into Japanese chrocheting some time ago, and it's out of this world. I have several pattern books in Japanese, and the pattern charts are so detailed and precise, I don' t need any written descriptions. And, of course, they are very beautiful, complex, and unusual. I fund that Japanese fiber artists are bringing their artistry to an entirely another level!

[sadie.b.gagner]

I have knit one ranunculus (so far) and I love it. Initially I was not drawn to the loose gauge, but once I saw some in a tighter gauge I got the pattern. And then I pushed my own preferences and knit it at a loose-ish gauge (17 st) with fingering and mohair. And I love it.

Here’s my take on one of the reasons it has stayed in the top 10 on Ravelry for years…. To watch the tutorials, you cannot link straight from the pattern… she takes you back to the Ravelry page first, then the link goes to the video tutorial. My understanding about the ‘Hot Right Now’ list is that it is based on the number of views. So every time we click on a pattern in Ravelry it gets boosted. Sending us through the Ravelry page for tutorials is a sweet trick. Maybe unintentional, but it certainly grows the snowball faster, by keeping it fresh on the Hot list.

[eldritchyarnbeing]

i would love to see more videos on popular or infamous patterns! ive been crocheting for nearly 10 years, and known how to knit since then as well, but ive only really gotten good at knitting in the past year. so im quite a bit behind on what the knitting community is like and would love to see more vids like this.

[talitharitter]

I think there are many things that contribute to the popularity of this pattern, but there is one I believe is an integral part of the secret sauce that gets overlooked. I think the way the first horizontal textured stitch lays on the tip of the shoulder gives such a flattering line and some structure so everything just drapes beautifully from there.

[nicolelafontaine]

I have knitted 10 Ranunculus. some for me, some for my daughter, some for a friend and her daughter. Two summer ones, a few in drops air, a few in CaMaRose Snefnug. It is such a versatile pattern. I could probably knit more in the future. It is a great gift, because we don't need specific measurements. Now I knit them in 5 days. I LOVE this pattern !!!

[masuganut]

I resist things when they start trending . lol BUT you make me want to give it a go. I had no idea it was so versatile.
My mother beat breast cancer last year and is focusing on her health and healing. Perhaps she would want one as a gift ❤she deserves it

Thank you

[christenagervais]

I've made a Ranunculus in sizes 1 - 8 for myself. I am a bust size 42". I wear the different sizes depending on what kind of look I'm going for. I generally use a worsted weight yarn. I love this pattern. I've made this for myself, my daughter, friends and sister-in-law!

[Nannible]

I’ve never knit a sweater before, but I think this will be my beginner pattern. About 2 years ago, a found the most divine dove grey mohair/silk blend, and saw that pattern the same day. I did the pattern calculations, bought the yarn, and decided I would learn to knit. I just finished my most complex project to date, a Celtic knot cabled mitt pattern, and I think I’m finally ready! This video helped me decide it’s about time to cast on. :)

[Jenn-]

I am on my second one and agree with other posters. There is enough interest in the early stages and then you fly thru the stockinette portion. I do just a long tail cast on in the larger version and I find it is not wide at all - sits exactly how I like it. My first one was short sleeve, although I did add a couple of additional rows and then did I cord bindoff. The current one is elbow length sleeves finished with ribbing. It is hugely versatile, can be knitted oversized or more fitted, you can do different rib techniques, the video tutorials are excellent, you can make an open fabric or more dense. Endless options.

[delilahdolittle]

I have made 2 Ranunculus. One was in dk cotton/linen and one in worsted wool. Both are lovely and fit great! It is an excellent pattern! Well written, detailed with options. As far as 'value for money' the pattern cant be beat!

[cori]

I love discussions about doing specific patterns like Ranunculous! It gets me interested in doing patterns I may not have thought about. Keep bringing them!

[xianchan]

I have been on fence but after your video, I’m sold! I have a lot of single skeins and now that I understand why it’s so popular I will try it! Thank you Clo!!! ❤

[sadieadie]

I have made two, one in wooly wool, one in linen, love them both . My reason for loving it is the many different stitches in in the yoke, none that go on forever leading to boredom, and all are fun to learn and do. If you mess one up it doesn't stick out badly because of the loose gauge. The pattern also shows you the sections AND the options for what part you are working on.

[jenniferclucas]

I haven't knit it yet...but you have tempted me!

[victoriasandrews]

I love this pattern so much and have made at least 15 maybe more and have given more than 5 of them as gifts for the very reason you mentioned, they look good on just about everyone. I have made two long sleeved ones from my handspun because I knew that they would work without worry using my not so consistent yarn. They both looked fantastic on me. I have ones from fingering weight, dk, worsted and even bulky. I have used mohair, silk, wool and wool silk blend and each one has drape and style. Long, short, sleeved or sleeveless, it doesn’t matter, this is a super special pattern!

[aggierowe]

I love the snarky yet appreciative humor in your video! Yes, I’ve thought of knitting a winter ranunculus, a summer ranunculus, etc

[stinkzillaz]

Def been thinking of knitting a Ranuculus and this is another little nudge in that direction! Would love another video as you knit your next one 😊

[Kera.S.]

It was the first garment I knit. Fun, taught me skills, and was easy to fit and modify.

[veronicabeckman]

This is the reason I made a Ranunculus. I didn't like the original photos, but I saw photos of linen t-shirt versions and I loved them so I made my own. It's not cropped, it's more fitted that the pattern photos, and I love it!