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Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Boiled Wool Toaster Sweater

 Avowed pattern repeater here...

 

This is my basically annual Sew House Seven Toaster Sweater. Once the temperatures drop, this is one of my go-to patterns; I've made so, so many over the years!

This is the Toaster Sweater #1,the version with raglan sleeves, a wide waistband, a loose turtleneck, and long cuffs. 

I cut the size 20 from the curvy range. The pattern goes up to a 61.5" bust and 64" hip. 

The fabric is boiled wool blend in a rich maroon color. It's been marinating in my stash for years, maybe since pre-Covid? I originally purchased it in Montreal, but I think it's the same wool/rayon blend that my local shop, Stash, has in several gorgeous colors

The fabric works perfectly with the Toaster Sweater pattern, which requires a mid- to heavyweight fabric with with at least 20% horizontal stretch. This fabric has 30% stretch.

I love the texture of the boiled wool! Such a cozy nubbiness.

I didn't finish any of my seam allowances, but did a lot of topstitching to tack the seams down. 

Pretty happy with this Toaster! It's sure to get lots of wear this winter!